The Disappointment when a Girl is born – even in India’s high Society! – 14 Jan 15
Swami Balendu tells about a very big problem in India: many women are disappointed when they give birth to a girl instead of a boy!
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.
Do I support the Dowry System if I go to a traditional Indian Wedding? – 25 Dec 14
Swami Balendu answers a question of an Indian man who is against dowry system and wonders whether he should stay away from weddings.
Tolerance ends when your Family believes in Untouchability – 24 Dec 14
Swami Balendu describes how there are certain situations in which one should not tolerate especially close relatives' belief, for example when it comes to untouchability.
Young, modern-thinking Indians: are you ashamed of your Family? – 23 Dec 14
Swami Balendu describes the situation of many young, advanced and modern Indian men and women who have traditional families – and may not like admitting this in front of their friends!
Social and religious Reasons that keep Indian Women in abusive Relationships – 2 Dec 14
Swami Balendu explains why many Indian women stay in relationships that are not good for them: why divorce seems to be no option for them.
Financially independent, beaten every day – but still she stays with her Husband! – 1 Dec 14
Swami Balendu tells of a conversation that Ramona had with a mother of a school child who was the breadwinner of the family but got regularly beaten by her husband.
The best Home for the Elderly: a joint Family – 23 Sep 14
Swami Balendu talks about the benefits that a joint family has for the elderly. Read why he thinks homes for the elderly are not the right solution.
Just getting old doesn’t make you wise, so stay polite! – 22 Sep 14
Swami Balendu describes how some elderly people become rude and impolite towards the young whom they believe to be stupid.
Be honest, be nice, be lovely but don’t fake it! – 9 Sep 14
Swami Balendu describes the typical Indian politeness which is normally really heart-warming but sometimes just truly fake!
Being polite or being clear – what would you choose? – 8 Sep 14
Swami Balendu tells how they bought a trampoline for their daughter – and were confused how much they should pay for it!