{"id":92790,"date":"2025-04-12T14:45:07","date_gmt":"2025-04-12T14:45:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pakistaninewspaperlist.com\/news\/i-never-desired-to-be-a-mother-sheema-kermani-on-not-having-children-the-express-tribune\/"},"modified":"2025-04-12T14:45:07","modified_gmt":"2025-04-12T14:45:07","slug":"i-never-desired-to-be-a-mother-sheema-kermani-on-not-having-children-the-express-tribune","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pakistaninewspaperlist.com\/news\/i-never-desired-to-be-a-mother-sheema-kermani-on-not-having-children-the-express-tribune\/","title":{"rendered":"I never desired to be a mother: Sheema Kermani on not having children  | The Express Tribune"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"\">\n<p>Sheema Kermani \u2014 Pakistan\u2019s trailblazing classical dancer, activist, and theatre artist \u2014 has long been a voice for women\u2019s rights and minority empowerment.<\/p>\n<p>Even at 74, she continues to inspire generations through her fearless activism and art.<\/p>\n<p>In a recent interview with Frieha Altaf, Kermani opened up about her life, her activism, and the bold choices that have defined her journey.<\/p>\n<p>One of the most powerful revelations she shared was about her decision not to have children. Sheema revealed that it was a <em>conscious<\/em> and <em>deliberate<\/em> decision \u2014 one that was fully supported by her husband.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>She explained that motherhood was never something she personally desired, and in many ways, choosing not to become a mother became an extension of her fight against patriarchal norms.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Because I&#8217;m a woman, must I be a mother?&#8221; she questioned, highlighting the societal pressures that often dictate a woman&#8217;s worth based on her ability to bear children.<\/p>\n<p>By rejecting this expectation, Sheema Kermani not only took control of her own narrative but also sent a powerful message about autonomy and choice.<\/p>\n<div data-oembed-url=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/9EpHj_FZKF4?t=4114\">\n<p><div class=\"ast-oembed-container \" style=\"height: 100%;\"><iframe title=\"Sheema Kermani | FWhy Podcast | Ep 38\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/9EpHj_FZKF4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Her stance has sparked debate online.<\/p>\n<p>Many users have praised her for living life on her own terms, emphasizing that personal choices, especially when agreed upon by both partners, should not be policed by society.<\/p>\n<p>Supporters have lauded her for challenging outdated expectations, arguing that a woman&#8217;s value should never be tied solely to motherhood.<\/p>\n<p>Yet, as expected, not everyone agrees.<\/p>\n<p>Some traditional voices continue to criticize her decision, reflecting how deep-rooted societal expectations around women and motherhood still are.<\/p>\n<p>Regardless of the differing opinions, Sheema\u2019s story serves as a reminder that true empowerment means the freedom to choose \u2014 whether that choice aligns with societal norms or not.<\/p>\n<p>By standing firm in her beliefs, Sheema Kermani has once again proven that rebellion against oppressive structures can take many forms \u2014 and sometimes, simply saying &#8220;no&#8221; is revolutionary.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sheema Kermani \u2014 Pakistan\u2019s trailblazing classical dancer, activist, and theatre artist \u2014 has long been a voice for women\u2019s rights and minority empowerment. Even at 74, she continues to inspire generations through her fearless activism and art. 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