The author believes that the only way for a woman to empower herself is through financial independence, when she can have a true choice in what she wants to do.

While living in Indonesia, the author was awed by the fierce and resilient Indonesian women. She talks bout three things which we all should imbibe from these strong women.

Bula Choudhury overcame many hurdles - financial, medical, and social, to become the award winning swimmer that she is today, creating many records.

Women often hesitate to speak up at the workplace, where they still are a minority. But, women should push fear away and make their presence felt. 

As a woman, I deserve to have my share of freedom, love, and pleasure, and I need to stand up and make myself heard. To demand what is mine by right!