Kya khone ke baad Nayab ki Zindagi badal gayi

Описание: Courtesy Bharat literature
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Nayab Midha is one of the most loved voices in contemporary Hindi poetry. In this heartfelt conversation, she opens up about her journey from being an engineer to becoming a viral spoken word poet whose words touch millions of hearts.

In this video, Nayab Midha talks about poetry, self-belief, struggles, social media fame, and the emotions behind her powerful poems like Tum Khoobsurat Ho and *Muskurao*. This episode is full of inspiration for writers, artists, and anyone following their heart.

If you love Hindi poetry, spoken word, and real conversations, this video is for you.

👉 Watch till the end for some beautiful thoughts straight from Nayab Midha’s heart.

In this podcast, RJ Neeti interviews Nayab Midha, a contemporary Hindi poet (1:52).

Here are the key takeaways from the conversation:

00:00 Introduction
Her Unique Name (2:09): Nayab shares the interesting story behind her unique name, chosen by her father, and how her math teacher even named her daughter Nayab (3:20) because of Nayab's passion for the subject (4:42).
Journey to Poetry (0:44, 5:56): Nayab talks about her struggles with an unhappy home environment, which led her to express her emotions through writing. She initially wrote angry poems, which later evolved to include themes of annoyance and love (7:40).
"Muskurao" - The Viral Poem (8:08, 11:44): Nayab recounts the story behind her viral poem "Muskurao" (Smile). She wrote it after losing an expensive bag with new shoes in Vietnam, realizing that sometimes losing something means something better is destined for you. This poem brought her immense fame and opportunities.
The Power of Overthinking (13:36): Nayab reveals that overthinking is deeply ingrained in her nature, leading to a constant internal battle. She believes that pain is an inherent part of life and doesn't simply disappear; rather, life teaches us how to deal with it and learn from our experiences (14:23).
"Avsad" - The Poem on Depression (16:49): Nayab recites her poem "Avsad" (Depression), which she wrote during a two-year period of depression. She explains that depression is not sadness but a numbness that makes one lose the ability to feel (16:59).
Career and Financial Independence (21:13): Nayab advises young people to always have a job and be financially independent. She stresses the importance of understanding market trends and treating one's art like a business to earn money from it (23:36).
Her Father and Childhood (24:04): Nayab describes her strict father, who believed in discipline and would go to extreme lengths to teach them lessons. Despite his harshness, she understands that he wanted to prevent them from making the same mistakes he did (26:09).
The Importance of Communication and Personality (27:39): Nayab highlights communication and personality as crucial skills. She emphasizes that confidence should never be lost, regardless of language proficiency or clothing choices, and encourages extensive reading to become a good conversationalist (29:11).
Her Mother's Influence (29:43): Nayab credits her mother for fostering a love for reading by offering incentives. She shares how her smart mother set up fixed deposits for her and her brother to ensure they had money for college birthdays, demonstrating her practical approach to problem-solving (30:10).
"Maa" - A Tribute to Her Mother (33:01): Nayab recites a heartfelt poem dedicated to her mother, expressing how mothers often prioritize their children's well-being over their own.
Redefining Beauty (34:50): Nayab challenges the conventional notion of beauty, urging women not to let their appearance define them. She advocates for self-love, encouraging women to feel beautiful even without makeup (36:00).
Handling Trolling (36:30): Nayab discusses her experience with online trolling and advises ignoring negative comments. She recounts a recent incident where she was trolled for her financial decision to invest in a house instead of spending lavishly on her wedding (37:01).

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