The ugly Indian Habit of spitting anywhere they want – 21 Sep 16
Swami Balendu describes how disgusting it is that many Indians spit out their Gutka, a mix of betel nut and tobacco – even within closed rooms!
Some of the most interesting entries of Balendu’s blog are surely those in which he compares Indian culture and customs to Western culture and traditions.
Sometimes things work similar, with small differences, and sometimes there is a fundamental difference which cannot be overseen.
Whether it is traditions and celebrations, rituals and religion or manners and habits, Swami Ji depicts the differences in an often humourous way.
When the Birth of a Child is not a Reason for Joy: the seventh Daughter – 18 Aug 16
Swami Balendu tells of a family whose seventh daughter was born – because the mother wants to have a son!
Why a four-year-old is trained to feel ashamed when being naked in India – 5 Jul 16
Swami Balendu tells how several people in Indian have called 'Shame!' upon seeing his small daughter Apra walking naked or even only half-naked in their own home.
Indians hit their Children in public Places – and don’t feel guilty about it! – 8 Jun 16
Swami Balendu describes how he daily sees people hitting their children in their restaurant – and how this is part of Indian culture.
If you are in India, plan with ‘Indian Standard Time’! – 16 Feb 16
Swami Balendu writes about the joys of planning in India: when you cannot be sure the other one will be there are the agreed time and when you can be late, too!
Why young Indians don’t have to think twice before lying to their Parents – 18 Jan 16
Swami Balendu writes about the situation of young Indians, especially young women in metropolitan cities who have the habit of lying to their parents – because they don't follow their traditions!
Life for Women in India is changing – but not where it is needed the most! – 14 Jan 16
Swami Balendu writes about India's metropolitan cities where one might think that modern life has reached people's thoughts as well – but that is not the case yet!
Leave old Times behind – ‘No Sex before Wedding’ is a Moral of the Past – 13 Jan 16
Swami Balendu tells how a lot of moral values have their base in outdated, old traditions which are not valid anymore – which is why they should not dictate our behaviour or thoughts!
The horrible Consequences of Pressuring Women to bear Children – 12 Jan 16
Swami Balendu describes how in India, women are pressurized for having children once they are married – and what happens if they actually cannot! This shows the cruelty of society!
When your Mother-in-Law maintains your Period Calendar after your Wedding – 11 Jan 16
Swami Balendu writes about the pressure that Indian society, families and in-laws put on young married couples and especially women: you have to get a child as soon as possible!
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