Deepa Shahi and Rajan Shahi’s Anupama has been a game changer in the television industry for its content that resonated with almost all Indian households. The show not only won hearts for capturing the life of a middle-aged woman perfectly but also for using day-to-day issues that they face and additionally showing how to overcome them. Rupali Ganguly plays the titular role of Anupama, who put her dreams on the side for her family, but once she realized her true potential, she stood strong as a storm in the face of difficulties and did not let society’s perception change her. A true inspiration for the women of today. Here are five things that Anupama taught us:

Always stand up for yourself: Even in the worst of situations, Anupama did not let anyone’s perception affect her. She always stood up for herself and took a stand even when the whole world was against her. In fact, even when she was destroyed both mentally and emotionally, she always picked up her pieces and rose again only to shine brighter.

Always be good to others: Though Anupama never mentioned karma, it did come to her rescue whenever she was in a difficult situation. What did she do? She was always good to others—very kind, helping the needy, and always focusing on the good rather than the bad. By doing all this, she kept earning good points, and it helped her when the need came. Also, by doing good. She never had any regrets or guilts that keep most people awake at night.

Always hold on to hope: What are we without hope? And Anupama teaches us that. Anupama is the picture of optimism and positivity, who taught us to never lose hope even in the most difficult situation where you feel that it might be the end. For her, maintaining hope has been one of the sources of her survival.

Your degrees don’t define you: Being literate doesn’t mean one is educated. Education means being open-minded, being accommodating to changes, and not being afraid to learn. Anupama did not finish her education but did wonders in life only because she was open to learning, accepting her faults, and ready to change.

Never lose yourself: Anupama had certain principles and values that she always maintained. Even when she was standing alone, she did it with courage and confidence. Though she learned a lot of new things and evolved in life, her essence still remains the same.