Rising Lotuses
Shhhh. Can you hear that?
It’s an ancestral call to come back to who you truly are— for all women who suspect there is much more to their own story.
Through this journey you will dive deep into
the roots of our collective colonial past and the limiting beliefs that hold us back from blooming into our full potential.
Unlearn mainstream institutionalized ideas of success, and unlock intergenerational stories of the self.
Dare to embrace
the wilderness inside
And emerge stronger
Through uncomfortable truths, vulnerable insights, and a blueprint for navigating the future you want to create.
Water the seeds of our collective purpose to shape a more just, equitable, and sustainable world.
This book is more than a guide— it’s a sister holding your hand and whispering in your ear as you walk the path of raw exploration.
Unlock your past.
Lead with courage.
It’s your time to bloom.
What people are saying
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“Both motivating and life-changing, this remarkable book ignites a profound sense of inner strength within every woman. It inspires them to recognize and embrace their true potential, guiding them on a transformative journey of self-discovery and empowerment.”
– Zarifa GhafariAfghan activist, politician, youngest appointed former female mayor and inspiration behind the Netflix documentary ‘In Her Hands’
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"Rising Lotuses beautifully breaks down and presents challenging material in a deeply soulful way, allowing the reader to connect with it easily without feeling overwhelmed. A lovely and inspiriting read."
– Toi Marie SmithChangemaker and thought leader, Founder of Project Bloom, Business For The People and Loving Black Single Mothers
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"Rising Lotuses unabashedly breaks down the walls we’ve put out to protect us from a world we’re not quite sure we are a part of. A book that will allow you to be comforted while metamorphosing rage, confusion, and fear into hope, power, and radical courage."
– Rheea MukherjeeAuthor of The Body Myth (Unnamed Press, Los Angeles and Penguin India 2019), and The Girl Who Kept Falling in Love (Penguin, India 2023)
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"A must read for women of colour who are wanting to unlock their hidden potential without being scared."
– Perpetua GitungoCompliance Director LATAM & MEA at Wise
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“Reading this as an immigrant and woman of colour filled me with empathy and a profound understanding of our shared histories, while inspiring me to challenge and decolonize the very idea of what it means to embody this identity.”
– Manali DeolalkarPsychotherapist, Founder of Spiral Up Therapy
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"Rising Lotuses invites readers to take a fresh look at their journey, weaving together the complexities of living between worlds and the resilience it fosters. Drawing on the authors’ rich experiences, it provides not only powerful insights but also practical tools to navigate life with purpose and clarity. A must-read for anyone seeking to embrace their unique path and find strength in their story."
– Vanita PandeyChief Marketing Officer at CAF
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"Provocative. Rising Lotuses gives us the opportunity to reflect on our social conditioning and lays the foundation to reclaim our collective future."
– Susan BartonEMEIA Payments Solution Leader at Ernst & Young, Payments expert and speaker
Meet the creators
Shivani Baghel
Shivani Baghel is a seasoned tech leader and a first-generation South Asian immigrant, living and working in France. With over a decade of experience in the technology and financial services sectors, she has collaborated with well-known companies worldwide.
Sadhvi Konchada
Sadhvi works as a product designer at a leading San Francisco based fintech company. She also runs Drawocado, an illustration studio that explores themes of women, wilderness and wonder. She strives to live a slow and mindful life filled with mid-day walks, nutritious cooking, and making art for the pure joy of creating.