Oh Lagdi… hot mess 😂 Let’s just say, I’m not very graceful (as my mom would always remind me when I wore saris lmao). I’m the type of clueless girl who sees a guy serenading her, misinterprets it and slaps a rakhri on him. Holla at me 🫰
Finally met the lovely @gururandhawa after being online friends for so long. He’s such a sweetheart ❤️ and as you can see, I immediately acted like myself 😂
Punjabi connect HURRRRRRR ✨
I’m crying 🥹 Comment below with a ✋🏽 if your immigrant parents aren’t super affectionate. Because #relatable but also, listen to this story…
I’m part of a generation who speaks often about love languages. We do quizzes online, go to therapy and read articles about all the different ways to give and receive love. And we value this idea of loving people the way THEY need to be loved, so we try our best to do that.
Cut to: immigrants parents. In so many of my sketches, I’ve joked about my parents not being super affectionate. It’s a common joke amongst Desis that hearing your parents say “I love you” is basically like winning the lottery. My parents love language is service. They may not say sweet things, or give many hugs, but they’ll pick me up from the airport or cut up fruit for me at literally ANY time. I know this. Especially my dad.
But I had a moment of insight this past week. I flew back to Toronto to surprise my parents, meaning they did not know I was coming. I walked into the house and saw my dads laptop, two windows open, auto playing my YouTube videos. I’ve mentioned this in interviews before, but when I started making YouTube videos, my dad would play them on every computer he owned, just in the background, to help me get views. It’s been 13 years now and I don’t even upload YouTube videos anymore. I don’t even rely on views for work or income, but even still, he does this, everyday.
My dad has never been really great at vocalizing he’s proud in much depth. And I’m sure that’s because his dad wasn’t great at it either. But seeing this laptop lit up my heart and told me everything I needed to know. It helped me realize that sometimes it’s okay to make the decision to accept love from people in the only way they know how to express it. Or at the very least, it was a reminder to pay attention to all the little ways my parents say “I love you” without words. Sure, maybe it’s not MY love language, but that doesn’t mean there is an absence of love. After all, maybe I don’t always love them in their love language either. And maybe it’s all a work in progress and in the interim, we should accept all the love we’ve been ignoring.
I’m crying 🥹 Comment below with a ✋🏽 if your immigrant parents aren’t super affectionate. Because #relatable but also, listen to this story…
I’m part of a generation who speaks often about love languages. We do quizzes online, go to therapy and read articles about all the different ways to give and receive love. And we value this idea of loving people the way THEY need to be loved, so we try our best to do that.
Cut to: immigrants parents. In so many of my sketches, I’ve joked about my parents not being super affectionate. It’s a common joke amongst Desis that hearing your parents say “I love you” is basically like winning the lottery. My parents love language is service. They may not say sweet things, or give many hugs, but they’ll pick me up from the airport or cut up fruit for me at literally ANY time. I know this. Especially my dad.
But I had a moment of insight this past week. I flew back to Toronto to surprise my parents, meaning they did not know I was coming. I walked into the house and saw my dads laptop, two windows open, auto playing my YouTube videos. I’ve mentioned this in interviews before, but when I started making YouTube videos, my dad would play them on every computer he owned, just in the background, to help me get views. It’s been 13 years now and I don’t even upload YouTube videos anymore. I don’t even rely on views for work or income, but even still, he does this, everyday.
My dad has never been really great at vocalizing he’s proud in much depth. And I’m sure that’s because his dad wasn’t great at it either. But seeing this laptop lit up my heart and told me everything I needed to know. It helped me realize that sometimes it’s okay to make the decision to accept love from people in the only way they know how to express it. Or at the very least, it was a reminder to pay attention to all the little ways my parents say “I love you” without words. Sure, maybe it’s not MY love language, but that doesn’t mean there is an absence of love. After all, maybe I don’t always love them in their love language either. And maybe it’s all a work in progress and in the interim, we should accept all the love we’ve been ignoring.
I’m crying 🥹 Comment below with a ✋🏽 if your immigrant parents aren’t super affectionate. Because #relatable but also, listen to this story…
I’m part of a generation who speaks often about love languages. We do quizzes online, go to therapy and read articles about all the different ways to give and receive love. And we value this idea of loving people the way THEY need to be loved, so we try our best to do that.
Cut to: immigrants parents. In so many of my sketches, I’ve joked about my parents not being super affectionate. It’s a common joke amongst Desis that hearing your parents say “I love you” is basically like winning the lottery. My parents love language is service. They may not say sweet things, or give many hugs, but they’ll pick me up from the airport or cut up fruit for me at literally ANY time. I know this. Especially my dad.
But I had a moment of insight this past week. I flew back to Toronto to surprise my parents, meaning they did not know I was coming. I walked into the house and saw my dads laptop, two windows open, auto playing my YouTube videos. I’ve mentioned this in interviews before, but when I started making YouTube videos, my dad would play them on every computer he owned, just in the background, to help me get views. It’s been 13 years now and I don’t even upload YouTube videos anymore. I don’t even rely on views for work or income, but even still, he does this, everyday.
My dad has never been really great at vocalizing he’s proud in much depth. And I’m sure that’s because his dad wasn’t great at it either. But seeing this laptop lit up my heart and told me everything I needed to know. It helped me realize that sometimes it’s okay to make the decision to accept love from people in the only way they know how to express it. Or at the very least, it was a reminder to pay attention to all the little ways my parents say “I love you” without words. Sure, maybe it’s not MY love language, but that doesn’t mean there is an absence of love. After all, maybe I don’t always love them in their love language either. And maybe it’s all a work in progress and in the interim, we should accept all the love we’ve been ignoring.
Flew home to Toronto for 72 hours to surprise my mom and family. What are your family parties like? 👇🏽
My mom called me multiple times over the past couple weeks trying to convince me to fly back home for my Pooa’s (aunts) birthday party. I told her I couldn’t because I had so many upcoming travels, which is true. She reluctantly understood. But then two weeks ago, I decided to say EFF IT and booked a flight. I woke up at 4am, flew to Toronto, got myself to my parents house and FaceTimed them. I said, “mom I’m at a really cute place right now, look!” I flipped the screen around and watched with amusement as my mom and dad both starred at an a image of their house with utter confusion. I waited a whole minute for them to comprehend but they didn’t. Finally I said, “I’m outside bro!!” Later I found out that they thought I was showing them something made with AI 🥹
Last night was the party and honestly, it was pure soul food. So much of us live life online, curating the best moments of our day, worried about what people think and trying to put on the slightest facade. And that’s cool from time to time, but there’s nothing quite like sitting with people you love, doing nothing but being imperfect and living in the moment. Sure famous DJs are cool but have you ever played Antakshari with a bunch of competitive aunties? All my Bollywood training leads me to these moments (see slide 5).
A few highlights from yesterday:
•I had Gol Guppay after so long and ate 10 🤤
•seeing my aunties react to me surprising them. If you didn’t know, my aunties call themselves The Fun Gang (what’s app group certified) and my favourite thing is surprising them 😱
•I handle the bartending and DJing and I take my jobs very seriously #vibesdirector it is my #1 duty to ensure O Tina O Tina plays in full force whenever my sister @thetinasingh is on the dance floor 💃🏽
•ending the night with no music, no dancing and just an hour of conversation, recounting old memories (like the time my cousin and I were stuck inside a bouncy castle that was deflating…) 🏰
I’m so grateful for this life, these people and feeling so much love ❤️
Flew home to Toronto for 72 hours to surprise my mom and family. What are your family parties like? 👇🏽
My mom called me multiple times over the past couple weeks trying to convince me to fly back home for my Pooa’s (aunts) birthday party. I told her I couldn’t because I had so many upcoming travels, which is true. She reluctantly understood. But then two weeks ago, I decided to say EFF IT and booked a flight. I woke up at 4am, flew to Toronto, got myself to my parents house and FaceTimed them. I said, “mom I’m at a really cute place right now, look!” I flipped the screen around and watched with amusement as my mom and dad both starred at an a image of their house with utter confusion. I waited a whole minute for them to comprehend but they didn’t. Finally I said, “I’m outside bro!!” Later I found out that they thought I was showing them something made with AI 🥹
Last night was the party and honestly, it was pure soul food. So much of us live life online, curating the best moments of our day, worried about what people think and trying to put on the slightest facade. And that’s cool from time to time, but there’s nothing quite like sitting with people you love, doing nothing but being imperfect and living in the moment. Sure famous DJs are cool but have you ever played Antakshari with a bunch of competitive aunties? All my Bollywood training leads me to these moments (see slide 5).
A few highlights from yesterday:
•I had Gol Guppay after so long and ate 10 🤤
•seeing my aunties react to me surprising them. If you didn’t know, my aunties call themselves The Fun Gang (what’s app group certified) and my favourite thing is surprising them 😱
•I handle the bartending and DJing and I take my jobs very seriously #vibesdirector it is my #1 duty to ensure O Tina O Tina plays in full force whenever my sister @thetinasingh is on the dance floor 💃🏽
•ending the night with no music, no dancing and just an hour of conversation, recounting old memories (like the time my cousin and I were stuck inside a bouncy castle that was deflating…) 🏰
I’m so grateful for this life, these people and feeling so much love ❤️
Flew home to Toronto for 72 hours to surprise my mom and family. What are your family parties like? 👇🏽
My mom called me multiple times over the past couple weeks trying to convince me to fly back home for my Pooa’s (aunts) birthday party. I told her I couldn’t because I had so many upcoming travels, which is true. She reluctantly understood. But then two weeks ago, I decided to say EFF IT and booked a flight. I woke up at 4am, flew to Toronto, got myself to my parents house and FaceTimed them. I said, “mom I’m at a really cute place right now, look!” I flipped the screen around and watched with amusement as my mom and dad both starred at an a image of their house with utter confusion. I waited a whole minute for them to comprehend but they didn’t. Finally I said, “I’m outside bro!!” Later I found out that they thought I was showing them something made with AI 🥹
Last night was the party and honestly, it was pure soul food. So much of us live life online, curating the best moments of our day, worried about what people think and trying to put on the slightest facade. And that’s cool from time to time, but there’s nothing quite like sitting with people you love, doing nothing but being imperfect and living in the moment. Sure famous DJs are cool but have you ever played Antakshari with a bunch of competitive aunties? All my Bollywood training leads me to these moments (see slide 5).
A few highlights from yesterday:
•I had Gol Guppay after so long and ate 10 🤤
•seeing my aunties react to me surprising them. If you didn’t know, my aunties call themselves The Fun Gang (what’s app group certified) and my favourite thing is surprising them 😱
•I handle the bartending and DJing and I take my jobs very seriously #vibesdirector it is my #1 duty to ensure O Tina O Tina plays in full force whenever my sister @thetinasingh is on the dance floor 💃🏽
•ending the night with no music, no dancing and just an hour of conversation, recounting old memories (like the time my cousin and I were stuck inside a bouncy castle that was deflating…) 🏰
I’m so grateful for this life, these people and feeling so much love ❤️
Flew home to Toronto for 72 hours to surprise my mom and family. What are your family parties like? 👇🏽
My mom called me multiple times over the past couple weeks trying to convince me to fly back home for my Pooa’s (aunts) birthday party. I told her I couldn’t because I had so many upcoming travels, which is true. She reluctantly understood. But then two weeks ago, I decided to say EFF IT and booked a flight. I woke up at 4am, flew to Toronto, got myself to my parents house and FaceTimed them. I said, “mom I’m at a really cute place right now, look!” I flipped the screen around and watched with amusement as my mom and dad both starred at an a image of their house with utter confusion. I waited a whole minute for them to comprehend but they didn’t. Finally I said, “I’m outside bro!!” Later I found out that they thought I was showing them something made with AI 🥹
Last night was the party and honestly, it was pure soul food. So much of us live life online, curating the best moments of our day, worried about what people think and trying to put on the slightest facade. And that’s cool from time to time, but there’s nothing quite like sitting with people you love, doing nothing but being imperfect and living in the moment. Sure famous DJs are cool but have you ever played Antakshari with a bunch of competitive aunties? All my Bollywood training leads me to these moments (see slide 5).
A few highlights from yesterday:
•I had Gol Guppay after so long and ate 10 🤤
•seeing my aunties react to me surprising them. If you didn’t know, my aunties call themselves The Fun Gang (what’s app group certified) and my favourite thing is surprising them 😱
•I handle the bartending and DJing and I take my jobs very seriously #vibesdirector it is my #1 duty to ensure O Tina O Tina plays in full force whenever my sister @thetinasingh is on the dance floor 💃🏽
•ending the night with no music, no dancing and just an hour of conversation, recounting old memories (like the time my cousin and I were stuck inside a bouncy castle that was deflating…) 🏰
I’m so grateful for this life, these people and feeling so much love ❤️
Flew home to Toronto for 72 hours to surprise my mom and family. What are your family parties like? 👇🏽
My mom called me multiple times over the past couple weeks trying to convince me to fly back home for my Pooa’s (aunts) birthday party. I told her I couldn’t because I had so many upcoming travels, which is true. She reluctantly understood. But then two weeks ago, I decided to say EFF IT and booked a flight. I woke up at 4am, flew to Toronto, got myself to my parents house and FaceTimed them. I said, “mom I’m at a really cute place right now, look!” I flipped the screen around and watched with amusement as my mom and dad both starred at an a image of their house with utter confusion. I waited a whole minute for them to comprehend but they didn’t. Finally I said, “I’m outside bro!!” Later I found out that they thought I was showing them something made with AI 🥹
Last night was the party and honestly, it was pure soul food. So much of us live life online, curating the best moments of our day, worried about what people think and trying to put on the slightest facade. And that’s cool from time to time, but there’s nothing quite like sitting with people you love, doing nothing but being imperfect and living in the moment. Sure famous DJs are cool but have you ever played Antakshari with a bunch of competitive aunties? All my Bollywood training leads me to these moments (see slide 5).
A few highlights from yesterday:
•I had Gol Guppay after so long and ate 10 🤤
•seeing my aunties react to me surprising them. If you didn’t know, my aunties call themselves The Fun Gang (what’s app group certified) and my favourite thing is surprising them 😱
•I handle the bartending and DJing and I take my jobs very seriously #vibesdirector it is my #1 duty to ensure O Tina O Tina plays in full force whenever my sister @thetinasingh is on the dance floor 💃🏽
•ending the night with no music, no dancing and just an hour of conversation, recounting old memories (like the time my cousin and I were stuck inside a bouncy castle that was deflating…) 🏰
I’m so grateful for this life, these people and feeling so much love ❤️
Flew home to Toronto for 72 hours to surprise my mom and family. What are your family parties like? 👇🏽
My mom called me multiple times over the past couple weeks trying to convince me to fly back home for my Pooa’s (aunts) birthday party. I told her I couldn’t because I had so many upcoming travels, which is true. She reluctantly understood. But then two weeks ago, I decided to say EFF IT and booked a flight. I woke up at 4am, flew to Toronto, got myself to my parents house and FaceTimed them. I said, “mom I’m at a really cute place right now, look!” I flipped the screen around and watched with amusement as my mom and dad both starred at an a image of their house with utter confusion. I waited a whole minute for them to comprehend but they didn’t. Finally I said, “I’m outside bro!!” Later I found out that they thought I was showing them something made with AI 🥹
Last night was the party and honestly, it was pure soul food. So much of us live life online, curating the best moments of our day, worried about what people think and trying to put on the slightest facade. And that’s cool from time to time, but there’s nothing quite like sitting with people you love, doing nothing but being imperfect and living in the moment. Sure famous DJs are cool but have you ever played Antakshari with a bunch of competitive aunties? All my Bollywood training leads me to these moments (see slide 5).
A few highlights from yesterday:
•I had Gol Guppay after so long and ate 10 🤤
•seeing my aunties react to me surprising them. If you didn’t know, my aunties call themselves The Fun Gang (what’s app group certified) and my favourite thing is surprising them 😱
•I handle the bartending and DJing and I take my jobs very seriously #vibesdirector it is my #1 duty to ensure O Tina O Tina plays in full force whenever my sister @thetinasingh is on the dance floor 💃🏽
•ending the night with no music, no dancing and just an hour of conversation, recounting old memories (like the time my cousin and I were stuck inside a bouncy castle that was deflating…) 🏰
I’m so grateful for this life, these people and feeling so much love ❤️
Flew home to Toronto for 72 hours to surprise my mom and family. What are your family parties like? 👇🏽
My mom called me multiple times over the past couple weeks trying to convince me to fly back home for my Pooa’s (aunts) birthday party. I told her I couldn’t because I had so many upcoming travels, which is true. She reluctantly understood. But then two weeks ago, I decided to say EFF IT and booked a flight. I woke up at 4am, flew to Toronto, got myself to my parents house and FaceTimed them. I said, “mom I’m at a really cute place right now, look!” I flipped the screen around and watched with amusement as my mom and dad both starred at an a image of their house with utter confusion. I waited a whole minute for them to comprehend but they didn’t. Finally I said, “I’m outside bro!!” Later I found out that they thought I was showing them something made with AI 🥹
Last night was the party and honestly, it was pure soul food. So much of us live life online, curating the best moments of our day, worried about what people think and trying to put on the slightest facade. And that’s cool from time to time, but there’s nothing quite like sitting with people you love, doing nothing but being imperfect and living in the moment. Sure famous DJs are cool but have you ever played Antakshari with a bunch of competitive aunties? All my Bollywood training leads me to these moments (see slide 5).
A few highlights from yesterday:
•I had Gol Guppay after so long and ate 10 🤤
•seeing my aunties react to me surprising them. If you didn’t know, my aunties call themselves The Fun Gang (what’s app group certified) and my favourite thing is surprising them 😱
•I handle the bartending and DJing and I take my jobs very seriously #vibesdirector it is my #1 duty to ensure O Tina O Tina plays in full force whenever my sister @thetinasingh is on the dance floor 💃🏽
•ending the night with no music, no dancing and just an hour of conversation, recounting old memories (like the time my cousin and I were stuck inside a bouncy castle that was deflating…) 🏰
I’m so grateful for this life, these people and feeling so much love ❤️
Flew home to Toronto for 72 hours to surprise my mom and family. What are your family parties like? 👇🏽
My mom called me multiple times over the past couple weeks trying to convince me to fly back home for my Pooa’s (aunts) birthday party. I told her I couldn’t because I had so many upcoming travels, which is true. She reluctantly understood. But then two weeks ago, I decided to say EFF IT and booked a flight. I woke up at 4am, flew to Toronto, got myself to my parents house and FaceTimed them. I said, “mom I’m at a really cute place right now, look!” I flipped the screen around and watched with amusement as my mom and dad both starred at an a image of their house with utter confusion. I waited a whole minute for them to comprehend but they didn’t. Finally I said, “I’m outside bro!!” Later I found out that they thought I was showing them something made with AI 🥹
Last night was the party and honestly, it was pure soul food. So much of us live life online, curating the best moments of our day, worried about what people think and trying to put on the slightest facade. And that’s cool from time to time, but there’s nothing quite like sitting with people you love, doing nothing but being imperfect and living in the moment. Sure famous DJs are cool but have you ever played Antakshari with a bunch of competitive aunties? All my Bollywood training leads me to these moments (see slide 5).
A few highlights from yesterday:
•I had Gol Guppay after so long and ate 10 🤤
•seeing my aunties react to me surprising them. If you didn’t know, my aunties call themselves The Fun Gang (what’s app group certified) and my favourite thing is surprising them 😱
•I handle the bartending and DJing and I take my jobs very seriously #vibesdirector it is my #1 duty to ensure O Tina O Tina plays in full force whenever my sister @thetinasingh is on the dance floor 💃🏽
•ending the night with no music, no dancing and just an hour of conversation, recounting old memories (like the time my cousin and I were stuck inside a bouncy castle that was deflating…) 🏰
I’m so grateful for this life, these people and feeling so much love ❤️
The next time you catch yourself disrespecting a woman, remember she’s saving the economy, one silver hat, pink shirt and beaded bracelet at a time hunny 💅🏽
Time is now divided into BEFORE and AFTER I experienced the Renaissance tour. The entire time all I could think is: WOMEN. We really are the baddest. It’s almost laughable that anyone would think otherwise. Ooouuff. The sisterhood is immaculate. Not only the queen on stage, but all the girlies in the audience looking fine af. I’m just so proud of women.
Beyoncé left no song unsung, left no person sitting and delivered 3 hours of excellence. She is an athlete. I had a spiritual experience. I’m so grateful to live in the time of greatness.
WOMEN, y’all. WOMEN. And don’t you forget it bb.
#renaissance #beyonce
The next time you catch yourself disrespecting a woman, remember she’s saving the economy, one silver hat, pink shirt and beaded bracelet at a time hunny 💅🏽
Time is now divided into BEFORE and AFTER I experienced the Renaissance tour. The entire time all I could think is: WOMEN. We really are the baddest. It’s almost laughable that anyone would think otherwise. Ooouuff. The sisterhood is immaculate. Not only the queen on stage, but all the girlies in the audience looking fine af. I’m just so proud of women.
Beyoncé left no song unsung, left no person sitting and delivered 3 hours of excellence. She is an athlete. I had a spiritual experience. I’m so grateful to live in the time of greatness.
WOMEN, y’all. WOMEN. And don’t you forget it bb.
#renaissance #beyonce
The next time you catch yourself disrespecting a woman, remember she’s saving the economy, one silver hat, pink shirt and beaded bracelet at a time hunny 💅🏽
Time is now divided into BEFORE and AFTER I experienced the Renaissance tour. The entire time all I could think is: WOMEN. We really are the baddest. It’s almost laughable that anyone would think otherwise. Ooouuff. The sisterhood is immaculate. Not only the queen on stage, but all the girlies in the audience looking fine af. I’m just so proud of women.
Beyoncé left no song unsung, left no person sitting and delivered 3 hours of excellence. She is an athlete. I had a spiritual experience. I’m so grateful to live in the time of greatness.
WOMEN, y’all. WOMEN. And don’t you forget it bb.
#renaissance #beyonce
The next time you catch yourself disrespecting a woman, remember she’s saving the economy, one silver hat, pink shirt and beaded bracelet at a time hunny 💅🏽
Time is now divided into BEFORE and AFTER I experienced the Renaissance tour. The entire time all I could think is: WOMEN. We really are the baddest. It’s almost laughable that anyone would think otherwise. Ooouuff. The sisterhood is immaculate. Not only the queen on stage, but all the girlies in the audience looking fine af. I’m just so proud of women.
Beyoncé left no song unsung, left no person sitting and delivered 3 hours of excellence. She is an athlete. I had a spiritual experience. I’m so grateful to live in the time of greatness.
WOMEN, y’all. WOMEN. And don’t you forget it bb.
#renaissance #beyonce
The next time you catch yourself disrespecting a woman, remember she’s saving the economy, one silver hat, pink shirt and beaded bracelet at a time hunny 💅🏽
Time is now divided into BEFORE and AFTER I experienced the Renaissance tour. The entire time all I could think is: WOMEN. We really are the baddest. It’s almost laughable that anyone would think otherwise. Ooouuff. The sisterhood is immaculate. Not only the queen on stage, but all the girlies in the audience looking fine af. I’m just so proud of women.
Beyoncé left no song unsung, left no person sitting and delivered 3 hours of excellence. She is an athlete. I had a spiritual experience. I’m so grateful to live in the time of greatness.
WOMEN, y’all. WOMEN. And don’t you forget it bb.
#renaissance #beyonce
There is likely something you’re annoyed about today, that old you would have been grateful for.
And that’s okay. We’re all human. But today I had a moment of reflection that I’d like to share, in case it sparks an epiphany for you. This is a safe space, with no judgement.
I’ve just boarded a 10 hour flight, to start a total travel of about 16ish hours. The entire day I’ve been dreading it. I know my body will hurt, the jet lag will wreck me, I’ll miss my bed/shower and I’ll constantly wish I could cuddle my dog.
Before leaving for the airport, I paused and asked myself, “what would young Lilly think about flying to Italy tor a work trip?” I immediately broke into a huge smile. Because young Lilly would have cried tears of joy, loved every minute of the 16 hour journey and gotten excited about the adventure ahead. I probably would have offered to sit in the trunk of the plane to go to Italy (my back was much younger then 😅).
This doesn’t mean we can’t ever feel blah. It also doesn’t mean we have to ignore discomfort, so that we can force gratitude. It’s just a reminder that as humans, we get used to things very easily. And sometimes to experience gratitude, you have to actively reflect and find it. And today I found it, which is why I’m cheesin so hard.
So wether it’s your job, your family, that friend, or whatever. Was there a time where you wanted that thing so bad? Because two things can be true at once. You can be annoyed but still very grateful. Give yourself permission to be complex ❤️
This kicks off a month of travel for me. It’s LA to Italy to LA (two days with my dog!) to NYC to Mumbai to Delhi to NYC and then finally back home to LA. And this reflection and moment of gratitude is enough for me to flick a switch in my brain and lean into the experience.
I experience life in seasons. This month is the season of hustle and service. Come along with me because it’s going to be beautiful ❤️✈️
What’s something that annoys you, even though you’re ultimately so grateful for it? 👇🏽 #Safespace
There is likely something you’re annoyed about today, that old you would have been grateful for.
And that’s okay. We’re all human. But today I had a moment of reflection that I’d like to share, in case it sparks an epiphany for you. This is a safe space, with no judgement.
I’ve just boarded a 10 hour flight, to start a total travel of about 16ish hours. The entire day I’ve been dreading it. I know my body will hurt, the jet lag will wreck me, I’ll miss my bed/shower and I’ll constantly wish I could cuddle my dog.
Before leaving for the airport, I paused and asked myself, “what would young Lilly think about flying to Italy tor a work trip?” I immediately broke into a huge smile. Because young Lilly would have cried tears of joy, loved every minute of the 16 hour journey and gotten excited about the adventure ahead. I probably would have offered to sit in the trunk of the plane to go to Italy (my back was much younger then 😅).
This doesn’t mean we can’t ever feel blah. It also doesn’t mean we have to ignore discomfort, so that we can force gratitude. It’s just a reminder that as humans, we get used to things very easily. And sometimes to experience gratitude, you have to actively reflect and find it. And today I found it, which is why I’m cheesin so hard.
So wether it’s your job, your family, that friend, or whatever. Was there a time where you wanted that thing so bad? Because two things can be true at once. You can be annoyed but still very grateful. Give yourself permission to be complex ❤️
This kicks off a month of travel for me. It’s LA to Italy to LA (two days with my dog!) to NYC to Mumbai to Delhi to NYC and then finally back home to LA. And this reflection and moment of gratitude is enough for me to flick a switch in my brain and lean into the experience.
I experience life in seasons. This month is the season of hustle and service. Come along with me because it’s going to be beautiful ❤️✈️
What’s something that annoys you, even though you’re ultimately so grateful for it? 👇🏽 #Safespace
There is likely something you’re annoyed about today, that old you would have been grateful for.
And that’s okay. We’re all human. But today I had a moment of reflection that I’d like to share, in case it sparks an epiphany for you. This is a safe space, with no judgement.
I’ve just boarded a 10 hour flight, to start a total travel of about 16ish hours. The entire day I’ve been dreading it. I know my body will hurt, the jet lag will wreck me, I’ll miss my bed/shower and I’ll constantly wish I could cuddle my dog.
Before leaving for the airport, I paused and asked myself, “what would young Lilly think about flying to Italy tor a work trip?” I immediately broke into a huge smile. Because young Lilly would have cried tears of joy, loved every minute of the 16 hour journey and gotten excited about the adventure ahead. I probably would have offered to sit in the trunk of the plane to go to Italy (my back was much younger then 😅).
This doesn’t mean we can’t ever feel blah. It also doesn’t mean we have to ignore discomfort, so that we can force gratitude. It’s just a reminder that as humans, we get used to things very easily. And sometimes to experience gratitude, you have to actively reflect and find it. And today I found it, which is why I’m cheesin so hard.
So wether it’s your job, your family, that friend, or whatever. Was there a time where you wanted that thing so bad? Because two things can be true at once. You can be annoyed but still very grateful. Give yourself permission to be complex ❤️
This kicks off a month of travel for me. It’s LA to Italy to LA (two days with my dog!) to NYC to Mumbai to Delhi to NYC and then finally back home to LA. And this reflection and moment of gratitude is enough for me to flick a switch in my brain and lean into the experience.
I experience life in seasons. This month is the season of hustle and service. Come along with me because it’s going to be beautiful ❤️✈️
What’s something that annoys you, even though you’re ultimately so grateful for it? 👇🏽 #Safespace
Drop a 🦄 below if you wish you learned about mindfulness as a kid!
This show has been 4 years in the making, with no big studios, but a small and mighty team! I cannot believe I finally get to share this @unicornisland production with you 🥹
The Mindful Adventures of Unicorn Island follows a young Lilly, who transports to her happy place aka Unicorn Island when she learns how to meditate. It’s funny, wacky and each episode teaches kids (and honestly, adults too!) one mindfulness technique, backed by science, thanks to our partners at @headspace.
And I’m so grateful that I got to include some of my friends in the magic! Shoutouts to @kalpenn who plays my dad, @padmalakshmi who plays my mom and @utktheinc who plays my bff. The entire cast is so talented and I can’t wait until you see them shine! ✨
I truly believe that the world would be a happier and healthier place if everyone practiced a little mindfulness and felt comfortable looking inwards. I hope you love this show as much as we loved creating it.
Episodes begin streaming FOR FREE (my fav words) on @YouTube, starting September 12th. If you know someone who may want to watch this with the kids in their life, please tag them!
I’m really proud of this one. Let’s keep making the things we wish we had ❤️🙏🏽
#MAOUI #UnicornIsland #UIP
Sunday morning vibes ☀️ Old school music holds such a special place in my heart, especially old Hindi and Punjabi songs.
When I hear a classic track, I’m almost instantly transported back into my parents basement. There I was as a young kid, long braid down my back, holding a styrofoam plate with a samosa on it. It’s a family party and guests are seated on plastic chairs. Some are talking and some are completely silent, awkwardly obligated to be there. All of them are drinking tea (probably also out of styrofoam because back then we didn’t know that was bad).
Any minute now, the cousins will be forced to play together, much to the older kids dismay. The uncles will position their chairs into a huddle to eat mixed nuts and drink dranks. And the aunties will have small talk while watching Bollywood music videos on a tv.
The entire family gathering revolves around food. Appetizers when you arrive (that the White friends always think is dinner), snacks throughout and then dinner. If you’re lucky, it’ll be served on the plastic plates that have sections (the little things in life 🤌🏽). And following that is a very extended goodbye, at which at least one aunty will try to put cash in my hand as a gift, which will immediately prompt an argument with my parents. The aunty will always win and I will happily stash my $20 away.
What a joy, to relive beautiful memories, one song at a time. Happy Sunday ❤️
Sunday morning vibes ☀️ Old school music holds such a special place in my heart, especially old Hindi and Punjabi songs.
When I hear a classic track, I’m almost instantly transported back into my parents basement. There I was as a young kid, long braid down my back, holding a styrofoam plate with a samosa on it. It’s a family party and guests are seated on plastic chairs. Some are talking and some are completely silent, awkwardly obligated to be there. All of them are drinking tea (probably also out of styrofoam because back then we didn’t know that was bad).
Any minute now, the cousins will be forced to play together, much to the older kids dismay. The uncles will position their chairs into a huddle to eat mixed nuts and drink dranks. And the aunties will have small talk while watching Bollywood music videos on a tv.
The entire family gathering revolves around food. Appetizers when you arrive (that the White friends always think is dinner), snacks throughout and then dinner. If you’re lucky, it’ll be served on the plastic plates that have sections (the little things in life 🤌🏽). And following that is a very extended goodbye, at which at least one aunty will try to put cash in my hand as a gift, which will immediately prompt an argument with my parents. The aunty will always win and I will happily stash my $20 away.
What a joy, to relive beautiful memories, one song at a time. Happy Sunday ❤️
Sunday morning vibes ☀️ Old school music holds such a special place in my heart, especially old Hindi and Punjabi songs.
When I hear a classic track, I’m almost instantly transported back into my parents basement. There I was as a young kid, long braid down my back, holding a styrofoam plate with a samosa on it. It’s a family party and guests are seated on plastic chairs. Some are talking and some are completely silent, awkwardly obligated to be there. All of them are drinking tea (probably also out of styrofoam because back then we didn’t know that was bad).
Any minute now, the cousins will be forced to play together, much to the older kids dismay. The uncles will position their chairs into a huddle to eat mixed nuts and drink dranks. And the aunties will have small talk while watching Bollywood music videos on a tv.
The entire family gathering revolves around food. Appetizers when you arrive (that the White friends always think is dinner), snacks throughout and then dinner. If you’re lucky, it’ll be served on the plastic plates that have sections (the little things in life 🤌🏽). And following that is a very extended goodbye, at which at least one aunty will try to put cash in my hand as a gift, which will immediately prompt an argument with my parents. The aunty will always win and I will happily stash my $20 away.
What a joy, to relive beautiful memories, one song at a time. Happy Sunday ❤️
