Family vs. Love: Tough Choices & Ghosting Drama- EP3 Not A Therapy Session with Yogi & Kabeer

We’re kicking off the third episode episode of Not a therapy session with a nostalgic trip back to the 90s as we celebrate our Pride icon, Falguni Pathak, and her unforgettable music! 🎶 After jamming to some of her classic hits, we’ll dive into real-life dilemmas from our community. Here’s what we’re tackling this week:
1) How to deal with family pressure when you're in a relationship they don't approve of 💔: Pumpkin’s in a tough spot-his secret relationship got outed to his family, and now they’re giving him an ultimatum. Should he choose his family or his boyfriend?
2) How to cope when your best friend ghosts you 😔: Laksh is struggling with being ghosted by his best friend, and it’s causing him major anxiety. How do you move on when a close connection fades away?
3) How to overcome the fear of judgment and embrace your true self 💪: Pravin feels like he’s being judged for not fitting into traditional masculine roles. How can he boost his confidence and stop worrying about what others think?
From throwback tunes to heartfelt advice, we’re here to help you navigate love, friendship, and self-acceptance. 🌈💬
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About Yogi and Kabeer: Former Radio Mirchi presenters, Yogi and Kabeer are now the hosts of India’s top LGBTQ+ podcast, Shuddh Desi Gay, a Spotify Original. In January 2023, they became the face of the country’s first same-sex partner insurance policy, appearing on outdoor hoardings across India. Their podcast won Best Self-Love and Motivation Podcast at the Hubhopper Podcast Awards 2022, and they were top nominees for LGBTQ+ Voice of the Year at the Cosmopolitan Blogger Awards 2023. Now based in Gurgaon, the couple also hosts their new podcast, Not a Therapy Session, available on KZbin and Spotify.
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[@writeordraw7297]

Hi Yogi and Kabeer, Dumpkin here! 😊 Thank you so much for helping Pumpkin with his doubts. I told him the same-that everything will be fine with time and we should always prioritize our happiness. I also came out to my mom a few weeks ago. I always believed she would understand me. She’s a bit upset, but now she’s like, “It’s your life, live it on your terms.” The only thing is she doesn’t want relatives to know, and I think that’s fine. We can do this for our families, at least until India becomes more open and people move past certain stereotypes. Thanks again! Love from Pumpkin and Dumpkin ❤️

[@mitesine]

Believe me rn it feels like "everyone should know and accept us" but as u grow older u will realise urself how it was dumb for u to think of it this way, cause ppl talk and use ur differences/weakness against you. RELATIVES/COWORKERS OR RANDOM PPL DON'T NEED TO KNOW CAUSE IT'S NOT THEIR BUSINESS (excluding family), kya hi karegi unki acceptance?, kyo itni importance di jaye external logo ko? what's of prime importance is you both being happy and safe. Protect what you have and stay strong, good luck ❤

[@AbeRegulus]

Pumpkin's family chose their own happiness. To put it clear that for them their happiness is more important than Pumpkin's happiness, even if it does not impact them.

[@TransientSoul-er2cp]

'Not a therapy session' is now the life saving guide for today's n future generations. Thanks Y. K. for again this intellectual talks and suggestions. ❤ If possible please include my question as well in upcoming episodes. My one suggestion if possible take atleast 4 to 5 questions as u r coming only once in a week.

[@san_live]

Hey guys I can totally feel the nostalgia about those songs, thanks for making me remember them. loved the episode.

[@shaan1586]

Just light hearted ❤

[@anirudheight8784]

Whenever I watch you guys, Mera din ban jata hai

[@rajeev1962]

Very touching podcast ❤

[@aryakroy9510]

Laksh, my only 2 cents would be that no one should have that kind of importance to make you question “Am I not good enough?”. That guy made a choice by ghosting you or giving you the wrong signal but, now you have the choice to take control of your happiness. Excel in your career, get a revenge bod, or go meet other “hunks” 😂 (but always be safe). You’re 19, the world is your sev poha 😂😂

[@jayaprakashdq4671]

I can relate to the cricket and gym thing

[@aryakroy9510]

I think this is the 5th time Kabeer mentioned Laila Majnu, gotta see it for real.

[@adityakumardhuria5280]

cute couple. ❤❤❤❤

[@Aman2002-wx8sb]

In initial 2-3 mnt I was like "han ye kar lo pehle😂" just kidding. What I analysed in today's episode is fear of being judged. So according to a psychologist's study only 4/10 people actually judge/notice us but due to lack of self confidence we feel that 10/10 are looking at us, judging us. But actually no one even cares what the sh*t is going around them. The main problem is in our own perception to see our own personality. So make a strong vision to overcome by that.❤

[@ravidadhich5943]

Hlo dear, Ravi this side m 28year old by profession m an cosmetologist plz reply coz bhut dipressed hu future ko lekr ......Mere 6year relationship rhi h & hum dono ek dusre k sath ok rhe hai alwys but meri family nhi mani m aaj b mere partner k liye stand lena chahta hu but I don't knw ki ky family k against hokr jana no doubt 200% try b kia smjhane ka unko but they can't so ky mera stand lena galat hoga ya nhi plz suggest coz kisi or ki side jana ya life m as a partner dekhna to dur sochna b gussa aata h ab b last 2 month s hum baat nhi kr rhe aaps m family ka khna h esi relationship m baad m pchtana hi pdega but mere saasu mom is ok ki hum sath rh skte h so m confuse hn no doubt vo b settled h job m or me too but fr b plz suggest 🙏

[@mitesine]

Agar tum dono pakke convinced ho ki saath rehna hai, to sab aage jaake nipat jayega..