When Alia Bhatt revealed moment Ranbir Kapoor and she randomly decided to get Raha papped for the first time: ‘I do have anxiety’

When Alia Bhatt spoke about feeling anxious before allowing her daughter Raha to be photographed for the first time, it was a deeply relatable moment for many parents. “Because beneath the celebrity spotlight, the core emotion she expressed is universal – the flutter of anxiety that comes with stepping into something new,” mentioned Delnna Rrajesh, psychotherapist and life coach.

Anxiety often intensifies around “firsts.” “First steps. First day at school. First public moment. First big decision involving your child. New experiences carry a mix of excitement, responsibility, and vulnerability. Even when we know it’s a planned step, our minds often run ahead—what if something goes wrong? What if I’m not fully ready? For parents, this anxiety multiplies because the decision isn’t just about them anymore. It’s about their child’s safety, identity, and boundaries,” said Delnna.

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The anxiety behind new beginnings:

There’s a simple psychological reason why anxiety spikes during unfamiliar moments. “Our nervous system thrives on predictability. New experiences, no matter how joyful, stretch us out of our comfort zone,” said Delnna.

– There’s fear of the unknown
– A heightened sense of responsibility
– Worry about external judgment or criticism
– An emotional tug between protection and growth

For parents, these layers deepen because of the primal instinct to keep their child safe. Even a seemingly simple decision like sharing a photo online can stir an emotional storm.

Today’s generation of parents faces something previous generations didn’t — the world has blurred the line between private and public. A single image can travel everywhere within minutes. “This creates an internal conflict between wanting to share joy and needing to protect one’s child,” said Delnna.

Anxiety doesn’t mean weakness

It’s love mixed with responsibility. It’s a natural response to stepping into an unfamiliar but significant moment.

Practical ways to navigate anxiety around new experiences:

– Acknowledge the emotion instead of dismissing it
– Ground yourself with breath or short sensory rituals before the moment
– Remind yourself that feeling anxious doesn’t mean you’re making the wrong choice
– Set clear boundaries about what you will and won’t share
– Focus on what you can control instead of everything that could go wrong