🎧 Episode 8 | Perception & Beyond, The Suman Agarwal Show with Mrunalini Deshmukh

What happens when rights are misunderstood — or worse, denied?

In this eye-opening episode, Suman Agarwal sits down with renowned matrimonial lawyer and women’s rights advocate Mrunalini Deshmukh to talk about laws, lies, and liberation. From divorce myths to domestic violence, from live-in relationships to alimony and custody battles — this conversation dives into the legal maze Indian women often face, and how knowledge can be your strongest ally.

🔥 This isn’t just a legal masterclass.

It’s a bold, heartfelt dialogue about standing up, speaking out, and taking charge of your narrative.

Here’s what you’ll discover:

*Why legal awareness = self-empowerment

*What really counts as domestic violence (it's not just physical)

*How laws protect women in marriages and live-in relationships

*The truth about marital rape and legal blind spots

*Who gets the child? Busting custody myths

*The emotional toll of legal battles — and how to prepare

*Real-world case studies, remedies, and inspiring recoveries

If you’ve ever felt stuck, unheard, or afraid of taking the first step — this episode is for you.

⏱ Timestamps

00:00 – Rights of Wives vs. Partners: Understanding Legal Gaps

02:17 – Meet Mrunalini Deshmukh: Voice for Women’s Legal Empowerment

04:40 – Constitution, Equality & Special Laws for Women

07:13 – Legal Ignorance & Its Impact on Self-Worth

12:00 – Alimony Demystified: Facts, Factors, and Fairness

15:01 – Grey Divorces: When Long-Term Marriages End

17:05 – Accessing Pro Bono Legal Help & Mediation

18:43 – What Counts as Abuse in Law? Emotional, Financial, Mental

24:07 – Custody Battles: Myths vs. Legal Reality

26:56 – Co-Parenting, Joint Custody & Emotional Maturity

29:36 – Daughters & Property Rights: The Law You Should Know

34:43 – Financial Independence Before and After Marriage

38:44 – Property Disputes: Rights Without Contributions

43:17 – Prenups in India: Valid or Void?

46:32 – Live-In Relationships & Legal Protections

48:00 – Marital Rape & The Legal Loophole

50:03 – Mental Health as Legal Evidence in Abuse Cases

51:57 – WhatsApp, Emails & Messages as Legal Evidence

52:10 – The First Steps Before Leaving an Abusive Marriage

53:13 – How Accessible is Free Legal Aid Today

54:01 – Real Case Studies: From Infidelity to Reconciliation

58:26 – When Justice is Emotional, Not Just Legal

🎙 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

Why legal ignorance leads to injustice

The rights women don’t know they already have

How to seek discreet, safe, and effective legal advice

The emotional and legal cost of silence

Real-life stories that prove hope and healing are possible

🎙 Meet Your Host

Suman Agarwal

Co-founder & Director – Image Consulting Business Institute

Image Management Authority & Mentor

Pioneered Image Consulting in India

Most Senior Image Consultant in The Indian Subcontinent

🌐 https://www.imageconsultinginstitute.com

📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perceptionandbeyond | https://www.instagram.com/sumanmagic

Meet our Guest

Mrunalini Deshmukh

Matrimonial Lawyer | Women’s Rights Advocate | Legal Reformer

Empowering Women Through Law | Family Law Specialist

Contact Details : mrunalinichambers@gmail.com

https://www.instagram.com/mrunalini_deshmukh_

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🧠 Empowerment begins where awareness begins.

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🎧 Episode 7 | Perception & Beyond with Suman Agarwal

What if you stopped shrinking yourself to fit someone else’s definition of beauty?

In this powerful, no-filter episode, Neelakshi Singh — a trailblazing plus-size model, body positivity advocate, and changemaker — sits down with Suman Agarwal to share her journey from self-doubt to self-empowerment.

🔥 This isn’t just a conversation about fashion or size.

It’s about reclaiming your power, challenging stereotypes, and redefining what it means to show up boldly in a world obsessed with appearances.

Here’s a taste of what you’ll uncover:

*Why body positivity isn’t just a trend — it’s a movement

*How to silence the voices that say you’re “not enough”

*Why your self-worth isn’t measured by a dress size

*How to embrace the space you deserve, unapologetically

*Why self-love is an act of resistance and power

*Real strategies for breaking free from limiting beliefs

*How to turn your story into a source of strength

If you’ve ever felt judged, overlooked, or underestimated — this episode is for you.

⏱ Timestamps

00:00 – Walking into a Room as a Plus-Size Model

04:52 – Overcoming Eating Disorders and Body Image Struggles

09:44 – Facing Unrealistic Size Expectations in the Fashion Industry

14:36 – Welcome to Perception and Beyond with Nilakshi Singh

19:28 – From Self-Doubt to Self-Acceptance

24:20 – Breaking the Silence on Body Image Struggles

29:13 – Realizing Your Self-Image: Internal vs. External Perception

34:05 – The Pressure to Shrink Yourself for Acceptance

38:57 – How Society's Standards Shape Our Self-Perception

43:49 – Body Image Trauma and Emotional Baggage

48:41 – The Invisible Weight of Social Expectations

53:34 – Becoming Your Own Cheerleader in a Judgmental World

58:26 – Challenging the Stereotypes of Competency Based on Size

01:03:18 – Breaking the Myth: Does Size Define Capability?

01:08:10 – Fighting the Double Standards in Corporate and Creative Spaces

🎙 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

-Why body positivity is about power, not just acceptance

-How societal expectations shape our self-image

-The pressure to conform to unrealistic beauty standards

-Breaking the myth that size defines talent or competency

-How to challenge stereotypes and take up the space you deserve

-The mental and emotional toll of constant judgment

-Why self-acceptance is the ultimate form of self-respect

🎙 Meet Your Host & Guest

Suman Agarwal

India’s most senior Image Consultant | Co-founder – ICBI

Certified Counsellor & Behavioural Trainer

🌐 www.imageconsultinginstitute.com

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perceptionandbeyond | https://www.instagram.com/sumanmagic

Neelakshi Singh

Plus Size Model | Body Positivity Advocate | Speaker

Breaking Stereotypes | Empowering Confidence | Redefining Beauty

🌐 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/plumptopretty

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🧠 Perception shapes power — and owning your narrative builds confidence.

#BodyPositivity #PlusSizeModel #NeelakshiSingh #PerceptionAndBeyond #SumanAgarwal #SelfAcceptance #BreakingStereotypes #RedefiningBeauty #Podcast #MentalHealth #SelfLove #WomenEmpowerment #Confidence #FashionIndustry #OwnYourPower