I am not a princess I am a complete fairytale

Pero al leerlo, me gusto mucho ! Es un buen libro para darte cuenta que seas como seas encajes o no “ encajes” eres especial! Eres valiosisima! Así como eres,así por ser tú misma! Este libro lo recomo muchísimo, nos ayuda a darnos cuenta de toda la fuerza que tenemos dentro de nosotras y que a veces lo olvidamos, de tanto que nos anulamos nosotras mismas por “ el que dirán”

First and foremost, I am floored by reading the books written by Dr. Nivedia Lakhera. They are not only inspirational but one of the finest reads that have taken my breath away. From the personalization in the poems to the artwork that coincides along with the sentiment touches you in more than you can imagine. Subsequent to me reading I offered them to my family, my parents, and kids specifically, and seeing their reactions was priceless. I personally, read a lot of books, but in my reads I have yet to encounter something so genuine with such a personal touch. I am grateful to Dr. Lakhera, to have provided such an enlightenment and perspective. My recommendation is that one should read such exemplary piece of work at least once in their life, if not repeatedly from time to time, to get inspiration that life is more than me and us. It is about others and how we think. It surely has changed mine and my family’s perspective. Great work Dr. Lakhera, I am not only thankful but am also obliged that I came across your books. I surely will be recommending them to my friends and look forward to you other books. In fact, I am going to be ordering a few for my friends, as I have done for some of other books, as I feel it provides a turning point and if I can be small part of that in someone's life, I would feel grateful myself.

The poetry in this book is truly deep and touches the soul!!! Dr. Lakhera often says that when you are vulnerable you give someone else permission to be so too. She empowers young women to think beyond societal expectations of what they are "supposed to be like" to understand their body and soul are truly theirs and her poems are all about how we can set ourselves free only when we become one with our deepest pain, fears, and desires. With each poem is a beautiful drawing that is abstract yet not abstract. They are powerful drawings which tell a much deeper more thought provoking message to women and to the readers, whether its a mermaid jumping out of a fish bowl into the open sea drawn in such a way that that water drops look like tears flowing from a face with two small fish as the eyes of the face -- implying the message "born to be wild and free" or whether its a war scene happening under the skin indicating our internal battle. This is the sort of deep message her poems and her art work depict. I'm proud to hear my former alumna -- wayne state university-- will be teaching to her book on their main campus in the fall. I believe more universities and schools should teach to the words she speaks and if you are a woman who has been through hell and back this book will help you find solace and knowledge that you are not alone.Since giving the review I have finally completed the book and must say my absolute most favorite part was the ending 16 rules to live by she wrote for future girls. Each and every young girl or boys too must be taught the message she speaks in her final passages toward the end of her book. The rules she gives are the blueprint we must all get back on track to teaching our children if we are to reduce mental health illness occurrence in society and see our children successful and happy. It’s the blueprint to creating a better more unified happier society. One which speaks against the disturbing norms without directly calling them out loud while giving the alternative forward.

Nivedita is generous and allows herself to be vulnerable by sharing feelings that most of us can relate to. if we are honest with ourselves, We never really heal from our trauma, but realizing that others have gone through the same journey, is the way to move on. I cannot appreciate enough how much Nivedita is both a scientist committed to helping poor countries with science and at same time sharing beautiful insight with all of us.

A must read for people who had a trauma in their life. Let's you connect with every human being.

As an anthropologist and professor for 20 years, I have noticed an uptick in anxiety, depression, and self-doubt-- in even some of my most promising students. This masterpiece is not only the best contemporary poetry book that I have read, but its a literal blueprint for healing. Rumi is above the clouds smiling at his golden child. Dr. Niv is indeed a fairy tale, is a majestic tour de force whose magical way of seeing and being in the world has inspired me deeply. Her odes to Trayvon Martin, Serena Williams, and those who perished unnecessarily from depression and abuse-- brought tears to me eyes. While submissions such as "Defiance," "Forgive, it leads to Freedom," "It's not a Race," and "A Too Much Woman," were epiphanies of hope reminding me that I can do better, I must do better. Nivedita is that rare person who has found her purpose, she floats in that sacred space between doing what she's good at, what she loves, and what the world needs. I absolutely could not put this book down, I read it twice on day one. I will carry it with me just like I do my water, book bag, or umbrella-- it is both inspirational and utilitarian. Her 16 steps at the end of the book are a template for an aligned and informed life. For what "(we) hold in our hearts grows all over our souls."

Beautifully written, touching and empowering. Highly recommended!!!

This book, is a book you can come back to again and again, and new insights will be realised. I love the contributions from other friends in the book. There's lots of wisdom here, as well as love, compassion, energy, courage and light. God bless you Dr Niv. And may your light continue to shine for ever. Namaste.

Arrived on time!! Amazing book