Karwa Chauth: Celebrating love and the boss she already is

Women Are Running the World, and Some Men Just Can’t Handle It!

Let’s face it—women have been quietly running the show for a while now, but some men just can’t seem to keep up. We’re seeing women climb corporate ladders, break sports records, manage households, raise kids, and still somehow find time to juggle it all with a smile. And what are men doing? Still clinging to that dusty old title of “breadwinner” like it’s the only role they know.

The Ultimate Balancing Act

Look around—you’ll see women absolutely crushing it. They’re leading companies, taking charge in the boardroom, and multitasking like pros. Did you know that in 2021, women held 29% of senior management roles globally? That’s right, and that number is only going up.

And it’s not just business where women are shining. The number of women-owned businesses in the U.S. grew by 58% between 2007 and 2018. They’re not just participating in the economy; they’re driving it forward. But wait—it doesn’t stop there. These same women come home after a long day, throw on their aprons, and whip up dinner for the family. Studies show women still perform 2.5 times more unpaid household work than men. Talk about the real superheroes of modern life!

Men, Are You Watching?

So, what’s the deal with men? They’re stuck in the same role, looking around while women are out there doing it all—working, managing, thriving. And instead of keeping up, some guys are, dare we say it, starting to feel a bit threatened. Sure, men have historically been the breadwinners, but times have changed, and instead of rolling with it, many seem to be in full-on denial.

A lot of guys are still holding on to that patriarchal mindset, hoping things will go back to the good ol’ days when their only job was bringing home the bacon. And yet, while they’re stuck in neutral, women are accelerating into the fast lane of life, proving that they can handle pretty much anything better than men.

Excelling in Sports, Too!

Let’s talk sports for a minute. Women are straight-up dominating, and it’s not just on the sidelines. The Tokyo 2020 Olympics had nearly 50% female participation—the highest ever. Athletes like Simone Biles and Serena Williams aren’t just household names, they’re redefining what it means to be an athlete, all while advocating for mental health and gender equality.

And oh, don’t forget politics. In 2023, 28 countries had female leaders, showing that women aren’t just winning in sports and business—they’re running nations too. With all of this success, you’d think men would finally acknowledge the shift and step up, right? But instead, some are still out here trying to cling to power, even resorting to dirty tactics to keep women down. Talk about fragile masculinity!

The Double Standard at Home

Meanwhile, at home, who’s handling most of the household duties? You guessed it—women. Even though they’re running businesses, closing deals, and managing teams, they’re also doing the dishes, taking care of the kids, and keeping the house in order. The pandemic only made this clearer, with women picking up the extra slack. So, while men might think their role is tough, it’s nothing compared to the daily juggle women are mastering.

Karwa Chauth: Let’s Flip the Script!

And here we are at Karwa Chauth—a day when women traditionally fast for their husbands. But maybe it’s time we flipped the script. Why not turn Karwa Chauth into a celebration of women themselves? They’re not just fasting for love; they’re out there handling life, love, work, and everything in between better than most men ever could.

Instead of just seeing Karwa Chauth as a day to honor husbands, let’s make it a day to honor women’s power. After all, they’re the ones holding it all together, from running homes to running companies. It’s high time we recognized that women aren’t just caretakers—they’re the true bosses.

Time to Catch Up, Gentlemen!

So, guys, if you’re reading this and feeling a little uneasy, maybe it’s time to evolve. Women have shown time and again that they can do it all—and sometimes even better. Men, you can either step up and share the load or keep complaining while women continue to break records, smash glass ceilings, and run circles around the world.

On this Karwa Chauth, let’s celebrate the women who do it all—because, let’s be real, the world wouldn’t be half as functional without them.

ALT INDIA LEGAL