Body image is inherently complex, shaped by personal experiences, societal messages, and cultural influences that interweave in ways that can profoundly impact how we see ourselves. For Asian Americans, this complexity deepens as we navigate not just mainstream American beauty…
There’s a moment in every anxious spiral that feels like a trapdoor opening beneath your feet. Sometimes it comes out of nowhere. A text that feels off. A meeting that didn’t go how you hoped. A wave of dread that…
Relationships require understanding, patience, and adaptability from all parties involved. When one or both partners are neurodivergent, there can be unique dynamics that benefit from thoughtful approaches and strategies. Rather than viewing these differences as obstacles, couples can learn to…
Being Asian American and autistic means navigating two communities that don’t always understand or acknowledge each other. It means existing in spaces where cultural expectations around achievement, family honor, and “saving face” can clash with the reality of neurodivergent experiences….
Read more on this topic in Where I Belong: Healing Trauma and Embracing Asian American Identity, Chapter 9: “Embracing Our Intersectional Identities” (pages 193–230). In a world that often tries to simplify who we are, it can be difficult to…
As members of the AAPI (Asian American and Pacific Islander) community, many of us have experienced moments that felt off – a comment, a joke, a question – that left us unsettled. But when we try to explain it, we’re…
Mental health in Asian American communities is complex, layered, and often silenced. For generations, many Asian families have internalized the belief that emotional expression is a sign of weakness—or worse, selfishness. Mental illness is not named; it is hidden behind…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AnN2UMjHLMI Creativity is an expression of your unique character. It’s shaped by our cultural roots, community, and the environments in which an artist is raised in For many Asian Americans, artistic expression is not just about self-discovery; it is also…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=djNoAC8CMUQ Mental health conditions like OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder) and Bipolar Disorder are often misunderstood, leading to stigma and misdiagnosis. At the same time, burnout is becoming increasingly common, especially among professionals and caregivers. Below are some key insights on OCD,…
Therapy is often seen as a place for healing, but at its core, it’s also a space for transformation, self-discovery, and empowerment. In our latest episode of Yellow Chair Collective, we sat down with Nadia Islam, a licensed clinical supervisor,…
