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Top USA Bloggers to Follow in 2024

Blogging thrives as a dynamic platform for sharing insights, expertise, and personal stories. The blogging landscape is rich with talented individuals who have carved out niches in various fields. Here’s a look at some of the top USA bloggers to follow in 2024, offering inspiration, knowledge, and entertainment across various topics.

1.  Ajit Sahane-USA Blogger Book

Welcome to USA Blogger Book (UBB), your go-to source for insightful content curated by Ajit Sahane, a passionate blogger from Pune, India.

With a robust background in international blogging, particularly in the USA, Ajit Sahane leads a dedicated team at usabloggerbook.com. Our freelance blogging collective spans the globe, featuring contributors from the United States, the United Kingdom, and India.

We'd like to stay tuned as we bring you engaging perspectives and fresh insights on various topics.

Why Follow:

Expertise in Diverse Topics

Global Perspective

Insightful Content

Fresh and Timely Updates

Community Engagement

Exclusive Web Stories

Innovative Approach

Quality and Depth

Educational Value

Reliable Source

2. Tim Ferriss - The Tim Ferriss Show Blog

Tim Ferriss, author of "The 4-Hour Workweek," is a leading voice in productivity, self-improvement, and lifestyle design. His blog complements his popular podcast, offering deep insights into productivity hacks, health, and entrepreneurship.

Why Follow:

In-depth articles on productivity and lifestyle

Insights from interviews with successful people

Actionable tips for personal and professional growth

3. Emily Henderson - Style by Emily Henderson

Emily Henderson is a stylist, author, and TV host who shares her expertise on home styling and design through her blog. Her approachable style and practical advice make interior design accessible to everyone.

Why Follow:

Stylish yet practical home design tips

Inspirational before-and-after transformations

Honest reviews of home products and decor

4. Brian Clark - Copyblogger

Brian Clark, the founder of Copyblogger, is a pioneer in content marketing and copywriting. His blog is a must-read for anyone interested in improving their writing skills and understanding the nuances of content marketing.

Why Follow:

Expert advice on copywriting and content marketing

Comprehensive guides and tutorials

Insights into building a successful online business

5. Huda Kattan - Huda Beauty Blog

Huda Kattan, the founder of Huda Beauty, has revolutionized the beauty industry with her blog and beauty brand. Her blog features makeup tutorials, beauty tips, and reviews of the latest beauty products.

Why Follow:

Professional makeup tutorials

Honest reviews of beauty products

Tips and tricks for beauty enthusiasts

6. Pat Flynn - Smart Passive Income

Pat Flynn's blog, Smart Passive Income, is a go-to resource for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to build passive income streams. He shares his journey and insights into creating successful online businesses.

Why Follow:

Proven strategies for generating passive income

Case studies and success stories

Practical advice for online business owners

7. Samantha Brown - Samantha Brown’s Places to Love Blog

Samantha Brown, a well-known travel host, shares her adventures and travel tips on her blog. Her posts offer a blend of travel inspiration, practical advice, and personal stories from her journeys around the world.

Why Follow:

Inspiring travel destinations and tips

Personal travel experiences and stories

Practical advice for travelers

8. Chris Guillebeau - The Art of Non-Conformity

Chris Guillebeau's blog, The Art of Non-Conformity, is perfect for those who want to break free from conventional paths and create their own unique journeys. He offers insights into travel, entrepreneurship, and personal development.

Why Follow:

Encouraging and motivational content

Tips for unconventional living and travel

Personal development and entrepreneurship advice

9. Heather Armstrong - Dooce

Heather Armstrong, known as the "Queen of the Mommy Bloggers," offers a candid and humorous look at parenting and everyday life on her blog, Dooce. Her honesty and wit have garnered a loyal following.

Why Follow:

Candid and humorous parenting stories

Honest reflections on life and mental health

Engaging writing style

10. Mark Manson - Mark Manson Blog

Mark Manson, author of "The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck," provides thought-provoking content on his blog. He tackles complex topics like happiness, relationships, and personal growth with a no-nonsense approach.

Why Follow:

Thought-provoking and honest content

Deep dives into personal development topics

Engaging and straightforward writing style

Conclusion

These top USA bloggers represent diverse niches, from home design and travel to personal development and entrepreneurship. Following their blogs can give you a wealth of knowledge, inspiration, and practical tips to enhance various aspects of your life. Whether you're looking to improve your home, boost your productivity, or find new travel destinations, these bloggers have you covered.

[aarklearninggs]

Live Alert 🚨 Every action of kids will have some clues for parents. It's vital to be "tuned in" to your kids in order for them to feel safe, secure, and cherished. Join us on 6th August at 5pm to know very important 3 T's which will help you to get connected more with your child with our coming up speaker Namrata Sadhvani. https://www.instagram.com/p/CR_guBeDA9b/ She is an award-winning blogger, social media influencer, editor, workshop facilitator, architect and educationist based in Hyderabad. She is mum to twin 7-year-old boys - a Jill of all trades is what she calls herself. She has been awarded 'Best Mom Blogger - TAA Awards 2019' and 'Star Parenting Influencer of the Year - DIA Stallion Awards' 2020 and 2021. She has also been featured on 'Official Humans of Hyderabad' in January 2020 as one of the most powerful voices in the city talking about the reality of motherhood and body-shaming that her kids underwent. In May 2020, Makers Women India listed her as one of top 5 mommy bloggers in the country.

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[evodex]

Meet These Indian Daddy Bloggers Who Are Changing the Rules Of The Game

Meet These Indian Daddy Bloggers Who Are Changing the Rules Of The Game

At the thought of parent bloggers, our mind inadvertently visualises a mommy! The reality is no different either. Try finding parenting blogs on the internet and almost all of them would be run by mothers. It is indeed nice to see more and more moms owning small online spaces for themselves where they can share some amazing experiences with fellow parents. But don’t you really want to hear from the dads too?

We know that both the parents play a decisive role in the emotional development of their child. Today’s dads are much more participating in the parenting process. In fact, there are some good examples where daddies choose to stay at home with the kids while their wives are out at work. Since the millennial dads are more involved as parents, sure they will have a rich pool of experiences to share with the world. Wouldn’t it be nice to meet such daddy bloggers?

As we celebrate the International Men’s Day this month, let’s have a look at these cool and very interesting blogs run by the dads who are transforming the Indian blogging space in parenting.

I Wrote Those

Started by the daddy blogger Sidharth Balachandran a.k.a Sid, I Wrote Those mainly reflects his experiences as a stay-at-home-dad. Sidharth, who worked in the IT and telecom sectors overseas before relocating to India, decided to take care of his then one-year old son while his wife continued with her professional journey.

I Wrote Those is a collection of Sid’s parenting journey as well as humour, fiction, and opinion. The best thing about the blog is that Sid knows to keep it real and not preachy. He shares the day-to-day experiences with his son, talks about a nice recipe, or a book – all so effortlessly.

His work and the blog have been featured on various reputed platforms including the Huffpost, blogadda, The Indian Express, and The Hindu.

Indian Daddy’s Blog

This is a cute, must-visit blog to witness the amazing relationship and moments lived by a father-son duo. Started by Deba Kumar Dutta, who is a wildlife and nature enthusiast – the blog represents fun moments spent with his 5-year old son, Neel.

Deba is a hands-on dad – traveling with his son, visiting museum, celebrating festivals, spending time in midst of nature; and what not. Deba and Neel mostly spend their time learning new things from nature, also educating their readers.  I bet you’ll be amazed to see a whole new world expressed through the eyes of a loving and caring father.

Thinkshop.in

An established business leader, with over 20 years of solid experience, has got time to pen down his fatherhood experiences. Not bad! Naveen Bachwani under the label “Being Dad” gives some real and interesting glimpses of his parenting as well as some cute, funny moments. Naveen, dad to 11-year-old and 15-year-old kids, shows through his writing the rollercoaster journey he is on. In the blog, he fondly addresses his kids as Tiger and Pumpkin (cute, isn’t it?).

But the blog is not entirely on funny and witty stuff. There are some informative posts too, like ‘5 Rules Every Child Should Know About Money’.

I am sure that after knowing about these cool Indian dad bloggers, many of you would have already started navigating their blogs. Today’s modern dads have no reservations in cooking meals or changing nappies or even taking the stay-at-home role. They have valuable experience and everyone should learn from them.  Kudos to these daddy bloggers for writing a new chapter in the parenting chronicles and I do hope more and more join the bandwagon.

Happy International Men’s Day!

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[laurensomebody]

An Overnight Shift

I get the urge at 10:45pm in mid-August. I grab my laptop and run out, announcing I’ll be at the nearby 24/7 convenience store. I hope the chatty guy is on-duty, the one who always leaves me inching away guiltily from our fun banter or his war stories about the working men who changed forever once they started buying beer in the morning.

Instead, it’s the stoic bearded guy in a turban who rarely speaks and who once took a photo of me to test my phone’s camera. But if I don’t do this tonight, I never will. I ask when he’s off the clock- 6am- and he hoists a black milk crate over the counter halfway through my next question: “Can I stay here with you to find out what it’s like and then write about it online?” He casually points to a spot between the newspapers and ATM as if that’s where the bloggers sit. Then I catch him smirk and side-eye me as I settle in and feel guilty that he’s so obliging. Better late than never, we exchange names. I reassure the man I’ll call Tom that the essay will only get a few readers. He’s up for it in any case, seemingly glad for the company despite there being no other incentive. I spot a scary, official No Loitering sign on the wall and freeze, then realize jail would still be something to write home about.

Tom has been here “about nine months” and is a long-haul truck driver waiting to renew his license before leaving to hit the road again. I’m instantly relieved about the lowered stakes, which I hadn’t even considered due to the refreshingly ungoverned feel of the place. “How come everyone who works here seems so chill, and not scared or like they have to change their personality?” Tom shrugs. “It’s our culture. Hospitality.” I wonder whether he considers faking it to be inhospitable by definition. But I’m afraid to ask too many questions yet. I check the time- almost seven hours to go, the background silence already stretching the minutes. This might be rough, but I’ll look even crazier if I walk out now. Plus Tom has been here since 6pm. I can’t bail when I get to sit down while he’s working.

An older guy walks in, points at me and mumbles something, then tells Tom he’s been coming around “probably before you were born.” Another white man in his 70s walks in for “Pall Mall Oranges and Newport 100s.” The two seem like friends, and I wonder why they entered separately. What the hell are they up to? I check the second guy’s bright red hat to see if it says MAGA. It doesn’t. Disappointed, I slump back down on my crate and ask myself what kind of drama I’m expecting.

On the other hand, anything could happen! I came in recently at 3am to find bananas strewn all over the floor, broken display cases on the counter and cops arriving. I imagine an emergency shotgun stashed out of sight and wonder if that’d make me feel safer. I smile and wave at one of several cameras on the ceiling, happy to have proof in case something outrageous happens. It’s also a habit. I smile sarcastically at the first camera I see while shopping for groceries or clothes, just to let the watchers know I’m not a threat and they’re creepy for spying. Except this time I might actually be a criminal. I regret the gesture right away.

Folks stream in one after another to buy drinks, tobacco and little else. I’m shocked there’s so much foot traffic and predict it’ll die down between 2 and 6am when alcohol sales are banned. Some see me and laugh or look concerned. Others pointedly stare straight ahead and sneak glances. I’m glad to blend in as a fly on the wall, then insulted that no one is asking about my groundbreaking exposè. After awhile, I resent them all for bogarting Tom. Turns out I should’ve considered not giving this man an unsolicited volunteer job while he’s already on the clock. At least he seems unbothered.

I reach into my purse. My phone has been on silent all day. I see several missed calls from Kevin at the apartment, and texts asking why I’m at the store with my laptop. I start to call but look up to see him approaching. He barges in, pauses while I stand to explain- “This is a project!”- then walks over to Tom, who’s mopping in the back corner. I stay put, stunned by the most non-confrontational person I know. I hear Tom say, “Hey, boss...it’s okay, boss...hey, boss” and nothing else. Kevin exits without stopping; this time I follow and yell. “Talk to me, not him! This is so unprofessional!” He turns and speaks with restraint. “Lauren, this is weird.” He walks away with “Enjoy and be safe.”

I’m pissed. If I were a surgeon, would he crash the operating room and start cutting? How dare he bother an interview subject? Now Tom stands across from me with an incredulous smile. “He kept saying, ‘That’s my girlfriend and it will never happen. It will never happen.’” I can’t believe my ears and apologize profusely. Tom says he promised he’s a good guy; nothing bad is going on. I keep saying sorry on Kevin’s behalf. Then it hits me. Maybe I should’ve filled him in a little more before rushing out for this harebrained assignment, and I’m a teensy bit responsible. I confess, “Yeah, I’m sorry. I kinda didn’t tell him exactly what I was doing or why.” Tom stares. “...You should have.”

I sit down and lean back as Tom returns to his work. I relish the lack of customers and replay what just happened, angry at myself but also at Kevin for assuming I was ignoring him on purpose and too irrational to speak with onsite. But seeing him charge forward with such steely determination was kinda hot. And I’m relieved Tom didn’t laugh in his face for implying he might attempt a tryst. Wait. Did I subconsciously orchestrate all of this as a sick ploy for attention? Did I secretly need to be chased and claimed in public? Nah. I like to be in full control of my humiliations. Occam’s razor- I’m just selfish and impulsive. I go back to taking notes.

I notice a very large man buy baked Flamin’ Hot Cheetos and am impressed by the healthy choice; I’d never gamble $1.69 to find out they’re not as tasty. One customer asks if they have chocolate-covered strawberries (no), then pays for his ice cream and water with half-card, half-cash. A middle-aged drunk guy runs in after his lady friend and stops to point at me, asking why “this bitch is in the corner.” When he yells at the woman to hurry, a younger guy squares up and mocks him for trying to start a fight in the store. They all leave. I ask Tom if that sort of thing is common. He nods.

Business slows again and we get to talk more, ice fully broken by the tense moments we’ve just survived. Tom works nearly all week and commutes from a suburb 30 miles away. He sleeps, eats, and showers for work while at home, leaving “no time for videogames.” Tom is Sikh and from Punjab, but he’s been here most of his life. He’s saving himself for marriage in India, where his parents live and will one day arrange his match. His wife will have to show that she’s been playing intense sports if she knows her hymen will be missing before the moment of truth on their wedding night. Tom avoids temptation with American girls and constantly imagines what it’ll be like with his very nervous new wife. I tell him it’s good he has reasonable expectations; an awkward start won’t mean they’re not a good fit. I’m still with my first love, so anything’s possible.

Tom asks if my boyfriend keeps me up at night “giving me headaches,” needing “one more glass of water or one more thing to eat.” I laugh and say I like cooking but not late or on-demand. When I reveal I’m 33, Tom asks why we don’t have children. I say I’m still trying to grow up, that I left another job a few months ago, that I can only handle my little dog for now and have been trying to reset in general. He dismisses my excuses and says children are the most important thing, so I should have them right away no matter what. Why wouldn’t I want to “make life happier?” He turns wistful, tugs at the air and asks me to imagine “little babies crying ‘Mommy, Mommy, I’m hungry!!’” He snaps out of it and asks, “Won’t that be great?!” I wonder how such a stressful thought can be his go-to parenting daydream.

In the middle hours, Tom greets soft drink delivery trucks, stocks shelves and plays prayers aloud from his phone. I hold myself in the cold and rock back and forth. I enjoy listening to the chants without talking. Tom listens everyday for hours, probably why he’s so calm. I make a mental note to meditate more as I abandon the notes in front of me about which brand of cigarettes each customer is buying. I can no longer keep track, and nothing matters anymore.

Suddenly, what has felt like infinity becomes the home stretch. It’s 4:30. I’m more tired than I would be at this hour in bed, scrolling, tapping and dreading another day. Tom is visibly more drained as he powers on, handling paperwork, odds and ends. I can’t believe I let him watch me vacation at his labor site in hopes of finding some big scoop when the most dramatic scene was one I regrettably helped bring about.

It’s almost 5am. Tom leans on the counter for a moment of rest and asks me when I plan to leave, then repeats the question when I don’t hear. He says I don’t have to stay until 6. I take the hint and start packing up. He’s been kind and welcoming for longer than I should ever expect but he’s reached his limit. I thank him repeatedly and leave without ceremony. While crossing the street, I fear he was testing me and now he thinks I couldn’t cut it in the final hour.

I get home and walk little Dmitri, send him to bed and crawl into my own. I curse myself to sleep, planning to trash my notes like always, since just sitting there under the fluorescent lights was enough to dull my curiosity into anticlimax. I’m not a reporter. I’m an asshole for not having to go back there tomorrow. I pestered Tom on his own turf for nothing- what a bother and a waste, like everything else in life. Stupid idea; failed mission. Maybe this is the exhaustion talking?

But I feel the same way the next day and for several days, until Kevin goes to get coffee and sees Tom again. He apologizes for how he acted that night, for making rude assumptions. Tom readily forgives, saying he would have done the same thing with such little information. They share a hug at the counter. As Kevin recounts it, I almost cry imagining that hug. Now I can justify every moment leading up to it. Stoic bearded guy is a real person to us both; one less stranger in our ‘hood! Nevermind that the hug wouldn’t have been necessary without my reckless behavior, or that Tom is no more excited to see either of us now than he ever was before, or that things have returned to normal and it might as well have never happened, or that I won’t be invited to Tom’s wedding and we’re not friends, or that I’m not a big people person anyway, or that I could still be in trouble if that whole thing was indeed illegal. It still feels like something new, anyhow.

[badiaahiresh]

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Move on Moms, Dad Bloggers are Taking Over the Internet Now

Move on Moms, Dad Bloggers are Taking Over the Internet Now

When it comes to blogging about parenthood and its challenges, it is usually the mother who takes centre-stage as the primary caregiver of the kids. Several mommy bloggers have become popular on platforms like YouTube and Instagram with their relatable content. But if mothers can do this, why would dads be left behind? Meet some of the most popular fathers in India and abroad who are gaining…

[ipsitaadotcom]

What is a Multi Millet Dosa??? It's a health wrapped in love and flavours. Jokes apart tried my hands on Multi Millet Dosa Mix from @naturallyyours6 loaded with goodness of ragi, bajra, jowar and variety of millets and dal. The mix is gluten free and easy to cook. The Dosa turns out good but as the Dosa displayed on the pack a little like pooda or chilla one can say but tasted good with a filling of potatoes and tomato chutney. So don't go by the image else it worth a try and undoubtedly healthy and tasty. A perfect breakfast or snack option can be served plain or with fillings according to your tastes. Best of all it's kids approved so mommies we got another healthy snack option for kids. The pack makes around 5 to 6 dosas good for a small family snacking at the pocket friendly price of just Rs 99. What more do we want??? Go grab your packs at @amazon or @naturallyyours6 . Order Now. In Frame : Millet Dosa with filling of potatoes served with tomato pudina chutney. #homemade #healthyrecipes #healthy #millet #foodporn #foodgasm #delhi #delhifoodblogger #blogger #foodporn #foodie #foodiesofinstagram #reviewer #influencer #momiesofinstagram #twosoulskitchen #picoftheday #photographyoftheday #flatlays #mominfluencer #delhimoms #lifestyleblogger #heydelhi #sodelhi #yum #mergerofpods #cuslke #aajkyacraving (at Delhi, India) https://www.instagram.com/p/B3cEHVZF-Cb/?igshid=z33je1rq2dx5

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I am a TEACHER, MOTHER, WIFE, DAUGHTER and now I am a blogger ..❤ Becoming a Teacher is a fun way to see how loud your voice can get😁😁😁😁 Proud to be a KINDERGARTEN TEACHER.. . . . . . . . . #teacherappreciation #mother #motherblogger #glitfashh #fashiondiaries #fashioninfluencers #fashionforkids #boy #mommy #indianmom #delhibloggers #teacherlife #kindergarten #delhi_fashion_bloggers #delhilife #indiaclicks #india (at Shri Ram Global School Patel Nagar) https://www.instagram.com/p/ByBeWuZFeqr/?igshid=2cp2gxhwymg0

[studylifeusa]

From Student Blogger, Aanchal: Tantalizing Foods

Food can instantly connect us to our roots. From birth we are fed by mommies and grannies with love and affection. The culture of a country can be embraced from the kind of food people eat there. Each nation has a cuisine specific to its origin. Cooking and following mom’s recipes makes me nostalgic especially over holidays and traditional events. The aroma of curry and spices takes me back to my grandmother’s kitchen in India where all my cousins would fight to get the first plate from the food cooked by her. As we get older we start peeping in granny’s cooking methodologies. Slowly and steady we make an effort to imitate her but fail in the first few attempts. Then we try again and begin to learn, and the excitement we get when the first dish that we cook has the same kind of aroma like granny’s sumptuous cuisines. That moment we feel like a professional and confident enough to boost off our ancestral skills.

For me it’s not just the food but the memories attached to it that makes it even more special. The occasion when mom cooked this particular dessert or when she prepped a wholesome flavorful meal for the entire family takes me back to those family gatherings of past. Now continents away, I miss it so badly and I long to go back in time and relive all those fantastic days. Thinking of all the homely tasty treats, I am bubbled up with nostalgia and to live in the moment I start with the pan in one hand and my phone in the other.  I call mom and ask for the easy and quick Indian recipes and from the other end of the receiver outpours a big list of palatable foods. In addition, I also get some clever tricks from her to cook it faster and try a more convenient way. Before I end up talking to her, there is always a big list of caution that mom pours out. When she knows that her child is all by herself in a foreign land and is going to toil with stove-heat-fire and what not, she is bound to be worried and that is when she gives out her “mandatory’ caution manual.

As an international student, one has limited time for other activities apart from studies. I can’t afford to invest half a day in cooking Indian food like mom does but I can build up shortcuts to devour the same kind of cuisine. Although there are great restaurants nearby, it’s impossible to eat out every day. Neither does it keep the budget happy nor does it satisfy my taste buds. When I think of cooking at home, I only have my Indian dishes in mind. I do think twice before I start because I know it would take longer to cook curry than to just eat a chopped salad. But I only have to think of the satisfaction that my heart would get upon indulging in the curry rice and home cooked tortillas. Plus, its nutritional value can’t compare with a budget-friendly burger at McDonald’s, I choose the former and leave the latter for some lazy snowy weekends. Yes, Indian restaurants might seem to be a ray of hope but the prices are typically very high. Just one meal at a so-called “authentic” restaurant is equivalent to a month’s groceries at the supermarket. Conquering mind over heart has indeed made me learn quite a few of those Indian dishes and now I manage to cook them all at ‘mom’s phone call instruction’ ease.

Here are a few of those challenging Indian cuisines that I bravely dealt with and savored them even being countries away from home.

Picture 1- Masala Chole (Hot and Spicy Garbazo Beans)

Picture 2- Chilly Chicken

Picture 3- KadhiChawal (Rice with chickpea flour and curd soup)

Picture 4- Vegetarian Manchurian

Picture-5 Spicy Potato Wraps

Aanchal Tangri from India is pursuing degree in English at Truckee Meadows Community College in Reno, Nevada.

[starfriday]

Rajkummar Rao and Patralekha Reveal the secret of Their Successful Relationship – a couple that #ShareTheLoad!

Mumbai, February 8th, 2019 – Ariel has been unearthing the reality of inequality within households since 2015 with their award-winning movement #ShareTheLoad. Yesterday, Ariel hosted a panel discussion with over a 100 mommy bloggers and media present to discuss the prevalence of gender disparity in India and the need forSons to Share The Load. The panel that comprised of actors Rajkummar  Rao, Patralekha, Director Gauri Shinde, BBDO Head Josy Paul, and Sonali Dhawan, Marketing Director, P&G India, brought forth insightful conversations and personal anecdotes on the disparity within households, and changing times today. They shared that while more men today are sharing the load than ever before, we are still many steps further from the ideal state of an equal future.

The panel also went deeper into the latest Ariel film- Sons #ShareTheLoad that raises yet another pertinent question in this direction - Are we teaching our sons what we are teaching our daughters? - the film urges mothers of today’s generation to raise a generation of equals. The newly-released edition of #ShareTheLoad, has resonated with many parents, newly married couples, influencers and has already received tremendous support and commendation from audiences across India. The film that released on January 24th, 2019 has already garnered 15 Million views in total.

The panelists discussed the reasons for this disparity and talked about the upbringing of children. Even within the same progressive households, there is often a difference in the way our sons and daughters are being raised. Of late, daughters are being raised to be strong, independent and confident to excel in all fields.  But they continue to be the primary caretakers of households once they get married. This places unbalanced expectations and burdens on them, which can get in the way of their professional growth. While the society is changing, there is not always enough attention given to raising sons differently. For example, teaching them some new life skills like laundry or cooking, to help better manage their future and make them advocates of household equality. If not taught to #ShareTheLoad, the sons of today become the husbands of tomorrow, who may not be prepared enough to be equal partners.

Showcasing statistics revealed by a survey by an independent 3rd party in 2018, the panel also discussed some inherent differences in the male and female approaches. 72% of women believe that weekends are for grocery shopping, laundry and getting homework done while 68% of Indian men believe that weekends are for relaxation. Coming to daily household tasks like laundry, many women continue to single-handedly take responsibility of all the chores. 68% of women come back from work and do laundry regularly, while for men, this number is only 35%. In fact, 40% of Indian men don’t know how to operate a washing machine. Further, more than half of the men agreed that they don’t do laundry as they never saw their fathers do it. The survey also revealed that Seven out of Ten women* in India reconsider additional responsibilities at work in order to balance the responsibilities at home.  With the belief that mothers have a strong empathetic point of view, the panel urged this generation of mothers to raise their children as a generation of equals. Ariel continues to have this conversation by making laundry the face of the movement against inequality within households, because with Ariel, anyone can get best results no matter who does the laundry.

Supporting the #ShareTheLoad movement, actor Rajkummar  Rao said “The Sons#ShareTheLoad film really resonated with me. With this latest ad Ariel has not just raised an issue, but has also provided a pathway, so that we can move society to a more equal tomorrow.  My mother always raised me to be an equal – starting with sharing to-do lists with my sister at home as kids. I thank my mother for having set the right example for me, and for ensuring I can stand her proudly today to set an example. And this has always driven me to ensure that my relationship with Patralekha is that of equals, inside the home and outside of it! Thank you, Ma, for making sure that your son knew how to #ShareTheLoad!”

“Raj is an amazing partner, he inherently believes in sharing the load and has proved that time and again throughout our relationship. He believes, says, and demonstrates that we are truly equal partners – that we are in it together and we have balanced roles to play. But, partners like Raj shouldn’t be exceptions, they should be the norm.  #SharingTheLoad should be the norm. I am glad Ariel has continued to drive this conversation, as we can already see change!” Added actor Patralekha, giving the #ShareTheLoad movement a big Thumbs up!

Gauri Shinde, Director of the Sons#ShareTheLoad film said “The #ShareTheLoad movement is the need of the hour, this is a conversation that needs to be an ongoing one to make a visible difference in the gender disparity we see in society. I am aligned to Ariel’s vision of a progressive future and happier households where both men and women share the load. So, with this film we have underlined the role for this generation’s mothers in raising their sons like they have been raising their daughters.”

Commenting on the Movement, Sonali Dhawan, Marketing Director, P&G India, and Fabric Care said,

“Share the Load has always sought to address the inequality within the household, by raising questions that make the viewer think, introspect and act. We have already garnered 15MM views, and that shows how the film is truly resonating with our audience. This year, we are focusing on the younger generation, who if raised in a balanced manner, will grow up to be a generation of equals - the onus lies on our generation of parents.  As a mother of a boy and a girl, I truly believe this is possible. #ShareTheLaod is not just a regular campaign, it's a movement for social change, where men and women have equal responsibilities, and equal ownership of chores. Laundry is almost the face of the change we are trying to drive across the country. Because with Ariel, it’s so simple to do laundry that there’s no reason for anyone to not share the load!”

Josy Paul, Chairman & Chief Creative Officer BBDO adds, “We are thrilled to be here to celebrate the early success of Ariel’s Sons#ShareTheLoad. The latest figures suggest that India has given a thumbs-up to the film and its transformational message. We believe there’s more to be done. Along with Ariel, we commit to drive this social change with thoughtful actions that'll help mothers raise a generation of sons who grow up to be equal partners.  The statistics reveal that there is a definite change happening in society and as the creative agency of the movement, we will ensure we continue to trigger further realization.”

Ariel #ShareTheLoad movement started in India to address the household inequality that exists in our society. In 2015, Ariel raised a very relevant question - ‘Is laundry only a woman’s job?’ to draw attention to the uneven distribution of domestic chores. With the 2016 ‘Dads Share The Load’ movement, the conversation was aimed at unearthing the reason for the disparity, which is the cycle of prejudice passed down from one generation to the next. The movement has had a significant impact over the years, with more men sharing the load than ever before. In 2015, 79%* men thought household chores are a women’s job. In 2016, 63%* men thought household chores are a woman’s / daughter’s job and ‘outside’ work is man’s / son’s job. In 2018, this number has reduced to 52%*. Despite progress, more work is still to be done. Towards this, #ShareTheLoad recently launched the third leg of the movement with Sons#ShareTheLoad because, with Ariel, laundry becomes the easiest chore to start sharing the load with!

Sons #ShareTheLoad 2019 campaign is based on an uncomfortable truth that’s so true for today. In the film, the mother’s realization of an unspoken social conditioning and her determined resolution is thoughtful, sensitive and a big leap for society. Her simple action gives men one more reason to share the load at home.

With laundry at its center, Ariel’s new communication shows a mother teaching her son to do laundry. Making laundry the face of the movement against this inequality that exists in Indian households, Ariel India with its latest campaign wants mothers to raise a whole new generation of sons who know how to #ShareTheLoad. Because when the sons of today become husbands of tomorrow, they should be equipped to share the load.

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Link Season 2- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wJukf4ifuKs

Link- Season 1- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JX8kJSdjN8s

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By : Juhi Bansal

Ojas Rajani is a well known make up stylist and her clientele includes the likes of Aishwarya Rai, Sonam Kapoor et al. She visited Ahmedabad a few weeks back to do a makeup workshop for INGLOT Cosmetics. A regular visitor at the INGLOT outlet (there’s no other major makeup brand in Ahmedabad), during my last visit I was invited to attend the workshop by the illustrious Ms. Rajani.

Now I have attended enough make up trainings in the last few years to understand and in turn use the oft repeated basic skin prepping and priming etc but a quick Google search told me she specialized in dramatic eye make up and that got me interested. For all those who know me well, know I am not much of a makeup person. On an average day, you would mostly find me wearing my trusted tinted sun screen, little eye liner/kajal and a dab of lip balm but I do like to dress up at times and definitely love writing about my make up experiments as much as anything else.

She worked on 3 looks for us:

A smokey eyes evening look, peaches and cream day look and a traditional bridal/wedding look.

My favorite out of these was the peaches and cream, day look. It was so effortless and low maintenance. The only requirement-you must have a gorgeous skin since she hardly used any preppers on the skin! The main products she used to get the desired look:

Illuminating cheek serum- this one got me really interested. It’s perfect for a dewy look. I have not tried it personally so will not recommend it yet.

Peach and pink lip stain with plumper- I am not a big fan of lip stains but seeing how she used it both on the lips and cheeks, it is on my shopping list now.

The second look was the Smokey eye look. I’ve tried it here before.

I normally use a combination of black and grey shadows, kajal and eye-liner to get the desired smokey eye look.

Ojas used a mix of black and brown shadows which gave a totally different effect and a lovely one at that! She also suggested contouring the top arch of the eye socket with peach shadow before working on the smokey look to give a more defined look. I have to agree completely!

The third look was the wedding/bridal look.

She’s used highlighter below the eye brows and the cheeks to grab light on those points. She’s also used Extra Shimmer Powder by INGLOT to dust the face in the end for the extra glowy look.

I will do my own version of these 3 looks later, but here, let me just sum up some important tips by her that are worth keeping in mind.

She suggests using an angled brush instead of using fingers or a sponge to apply foundation. I swear by my foundation sponge but this tip seems worth trying.

No make up is complete without mascara! I have to agree with her on this.

If you have deep set eyes do not close the liner at the tear ducts. This will make your eyes appear bigger.

While sticking false eye lashes always start with the inner corner of the eye lid and slowly move outward by stretching the lid.

Mix and match two or more lipstick colors to get your own unique shades.

Use translucent powder instead of compact on your foundation/base.

Gel liners are better than pencil or liquid ones. They stay longer and are more versatile.

Blend-blend-blend. Use a blending brush and keep blending after each step-primer, foundation, loose powder, bronzer, blush, translucent powder.

She was extremely approachable and patient with the crowd. However, there were certain things I didn’t quite agree with.

She talks about using lip colors that go with ones complexion-dark skinned girls should try lighter shades and vice versa. I have always believed in experimenting rather than following the so-called “rules”. After all, dusky is the new fair so flaunt it!

She mostly uses cream based blushes and eye shadows which considering the weather may not be the best idea.

She talked about the magical eye brow pencil by INGLOT and I bought it immediately. Sadly, there are no short cuts when it comes to the perfect eye brow. Comb-fill-press-set is the mantra. The brow pencil is wax based and leaves your brow hair clumpy. I will not recommend it.

All in all, I had a fun evening. Do let me know if you have any specific questions.

Stay Gorgeous xx

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Best sunscreen for kids : La Roche Posay Anthelios Dermo SPF 50 lotion

Best sunscreen for kids : La Roche Posay Anthelios Dermo SPF 50 lotion

Best sunscreens for kids : La Roche Posay Anthelios Dermo  SPF 50 lotion

We mums are always hunting for everything that is the safest and the very best for our kids, be it anything and everything. I had been searching for the best sunscreen for kids ever since my daugher turned six months old and have tried quiet a few over the years to safeguard my daughter  from the very dangerous UVA and UVB…