Zina PatelLewisMy uncle calls me Lewis. Like in Lewis and Clark. He says that because I’m not pursuing medicine, engineering, or law, like most Indians…May 181May 181
Zina PatelShe/her/sA lot of people assume that because of my short hair and masculine clothes, my pronouns are they/them or he/him. Last weekend, as my family…Jan 165Jan 165
Zina PatelHomeWith all the traveling I’ve done this year from Bali to Kerala to Auckland, I’ve been thinking a lot about the concept of ‘home.’ As a…Dec 21, 2023Dec 21, 2023
Zina PatelAdvaitaAs the sun began its descent, painting the sky in hues of amber and lavender, I found solace in a leisurely stroll alongside my dear…Nov 13, 2023Nov 13, 2023
Zina PatelAccessible“The deeper you heal, the higher you raise the bar on who has access to you. And, it’s not about arrogance. It’s about protecting the…Nov 9, 20231Nov 9, 20231
Zina PatelInner CirclePrem Uncle’s call was unexpected, yet it carried a profound emotional weight. As I picked up the phone, I could feel my heart race with…Oct 18, 2023Oct 18, 2023
Zina PatelChampion DadI was in Chicago last week for a queer conference for MBA students. The initial excitement was tinged with a nervous energy that seemed to…Oct 13, 2023Oct 13, 2023
Zina PatelGriefMy mother has been grappling with the news of my Megan Rapinoe-inspired haircut, and it has not been an easy journey for her. Just…Sep 29, 2023Sep 29, 2023
Zina PatelFront Yard FriendsI was listening to the We Can Do Hard Things podcast yesterday. Glennon Doyle talked about the concept of categorizing friends using a…Sep 21, 2023Sep 21, 2023
Zina PatelBaby Steps for a Baby GayAfter getting my haircut, I made a daring choice to step out on my own for the first time. The crisp air welcomed me as I leisurely roamed…Sep 14, 2023Sep 14, 2023