In the run-up to International Women’s Day 2023, we are speaking to women who inspire us to think differently and act with courage. In this conversation with Nirupama Subramaniam, leadership development coach, facilitator, and author of “Powerful – The Indian woman’s guide to unlocking her full potential”, we delve into the symbology of the six female archetypes – the innocent Kanya, seductive Apsara, warrior-like Veera, noble Rani, nurturing Maa, and the wise Rishika. Changing the conversation from how these stereotypes shackle women to how they can enable them, Nirupama uses the wisdom of archetypes to provide practical advice to women to claim the powers they need to achieve their goals.