# S3E146: It’s Never Too Late: Kavita Atroley on Returning to Academics, Reinventing Herself & Empowering Women

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Podcast: [The AboutHer Show with Sangeeta Relan](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-abouther-show-with-sangeeta-relan-6385791)
Published: 2026-04-16T04:30:00+00:00
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## Resource

What happens when a woman chooses herself after 25 years of choosing everyone else? In this episode of The AboutHer Show , I’m in conversation with Kavita Atroley, who returned to academics after decades of being a wife, mother, and daughter-in-law, only to discover a new purpose in motivational and leadership coaching. We talk about self-doubt, identity, family expectations, and the courage it takes to begin again. This is a story of quiet strength, late beginnings, and the power of listening to your inner voice. This episode sits within our Care & Choices pillar, exploring the realities of caregiving, the weight of expectations, and the powerful moment when a woman chooses herself. ✨ If you’ve ever felt “it’s too late,” this conversation will make you think again. 🎧 Tune in and be inspired to start your next chapter. The AboutHer Show has been recognised by Feedspot as one of the Top 25 Leadership Podcasts in India . For more detailed insights, read the full article on our website: https://aboutherbysangeeta.com/kavita-atroley/ Chapters: (0:00) 🌟 A New Beginning Setting the stage for a powerful story of rediscovery and reinvention. (4:03) 🏡 The Years That Shaped Her Kavita reflects on 25 years of family roles and the quiet strength they built. (6:07) ⚡ The Moment That Changed Everything The turning point that sparked her desire to reclaim her own path. (9:27) 💫 Choosing Yourself What it really means when women decide to put themselves first. (12:20) 🎓 Back to the Classroom Returning to academics after decades—fears, excitement, and everything in between. (15:47) 🤯 Battling Self-Doubt Facing the question: Is it too late? —and pushing through anyway. (17:20) 👨‍👩‍👧 Family & Reactions Navigating support, expectations, and resistance from loved ones. (19:12) 🔄 Red…

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