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Coming out to my parents: from horror to pride

When Nakshatra goes out for a coffee with his mother, they’re both on the look-out for cute men. “Do you fancy that guy?” she’ll say.

Things haven’t always been this way. Growing up in a village, he became aware of his feelings aged 16. A year later, after a move to Mumbai, he told his parents he was gay. His mum said she wished he was dead.


Auntyji

So drunk I don’t know if I had sex – what now?

Ask Auntyji Anything - Love Matters / DKTQ: I may have had drunk sex at a party but I don’t remember anything. If it’s true, this was my first time sex ever. What should I do? Geetika

Auntyji says... Geetika puttar take a deep breath and calm down. I know that this is a pretty big deal, but I’m giving you my world famous jaadu ki jhappi. You must have many unanswered questions and feel horribly confused.


Is it OK to stay single and sleep around?

Ask Auntyji Anything - Love Matters / DKTQ: I don't want to be in a relationship, but I do enjoy having sex with different girls. Is this weird? Tushar (20), Jammu

Auntyji says... Wah ji wah Tushar dear, really appreciate the honesty. Self-awareness is a rare virtue, especially about socially unacceptable things. I hope you have heard the famous saying, ‘jab ladka ladki raazi to kya karega kaazi’.


Auntyji, does true love still exist?

Ask Auntyji Anything - Love Matters / DKTQ: These days it seems everyone is either cheating or getting divorced. Is there still hope for true love? Naren (20), Delhi

Auntyji says… Naren beta that’s a very thoughtful question, especially from a young man your age. I’m sure everyone notices the change in the dynamics of relationships. But not too many care to bring it up. Yes, things have changed, but it is not all negative.


I was molested – should I tell?

Ask Auntyji AnythingQ: A friend’s relative molested me. I feel ashamed and guilty and don’t know what to do. Palak (15), Faridabad

Auntyji says... Palak puttar, I am giving you the tightest jhaapi ever. Your aunty is so saddened to hear that you had to go through this. It’s tough and unfortunately you’re by no means the only one in this situation.


Arranged marriage, love marriage – what’s best?

Ask Auntyji Anything - DKTQ: I am 22 and want to get married. I am ready for both love and arranged marriage. What do you think is better of the two? Hemant, Pune

Auntyj says… Hemant ki baat hai puaatr, tune to Aunty ko khush kar ditta. Aaj kal kids only talk about living in or breaking up. Glad to hear that someone at your age is all gung-ho about settling down.


My parents won't accept her caste - now what?

Ask Auntyji Anything - DKTQ: I am in love with a girl who belongs to a lower caste. We really love each other but my parents will never approve our marriage. I am even scared to bring up this topic with them. I need your help Auntyji. Dipesh, Ghaziabad

Auntyji says… Jab pyar kia to darna kya. Pyar kia koi chori nahin ki chup chup aahein bharna kya.


Sex after pregnancy – how can I tell him I’m not ready?

Q: Dear Auntyji, I just delivered a baby boy last week and my husband already wants to have sex. I am not ready but how should I stop him? Sruthi, Nagpur

Auntyji says... Are wah Sruthi, twannu puttar di lakh lakh bhadjiyan ji. This is very good news indeed. As for sex, the situation is tricky, but you need to let him know that what you feel is normal.


First time sex: what are your tips Auntyji?

Ask Auntyji Anything - DKTQ: Auntyji, I am 18 and all set to lose my virginity to my boyfriend very soon. Is there anything I should definitely take care of apart from condoms? Swati, Noida

Auntyji says... Swati puttar, kya baat hai ji. First time sex can be very exciting and very scary at the same time, not to mention sensual, embarrassing, awkward and fun. So I am happy that you want be ready for it.


Should I elope with him?

Q: My boyfriend wants me to elope with him, as my parents don’t like him. I love him a lot but I’m not sure about this plan. What should I do? Yashoda, Pune

Auntyji says... Yashoda puttarji, love is a wonderful thing but a very fickle one as well. I don’t know your boyfriend or your parents’ perspective on the matter. One thing I do know is that times have changed.


How should I masturbate my girlfriend?

Ask Auntyji AnythingQ: Auntyji, my girlfriend wants me to masturbate her to orgasm. How do I do that? Shyam, Baroda

Auntyji says... Aji wah Shyam bhai, munda ho toh apke jaisa. Good to know that you kids are actually interested in taking proper care of your girlfriends. I will be happy to be your guide – though she will be your best guide of all.


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