“The jealous friend” has been a hot topic of discourse on social media platforms recently. Creator “farah” uploaded a video discussing their experience being “the jealous friend” and how they navigated their situation. Many responded to this vulnerability by denouncing jealousy entirely, claiming they have
In many Asian American communities, money is more than money. It represents sacrifice, immigration stories, survival, status, filial responsibility, and sometimes even love. So what happens when you’re the “broke” friend in your group? Maybe your friends work in tech, finance, or medicine. Maybe they
Recently, the United States men’s national ice hockey team found themselves in controversy after a locker-room phone call from President Donald Trump. During the call, a joke was made suggesting that he’d “have to” invite the U.S. women’s team as well, as he’d “probably be
In Asian American communities, achievement is often more than personal. It can feel familial, cultural, or even political. Excellence is celebrated, sacrifice is normalized, and pressure is expected. That’s why watching Asian American Olympians like Alysa Liu and Eileen Gu feels especially powerful. Beyond their
In many Asian American communities, money is more than money. It represents sacrifice, immigration stories, survival, status, filial responsibility, and sometimes even love. So what happens when you’re the “broke” friend in your group? Maybe your friends work in tech, finance, or medicine. Maybe they
We often say we want “a village.” We want support, connection, people who show up when things fall apart or feel heavy. And yet, many of us feel lonelier than ever. How did we get here? Hyperindividualism in the Age of “Therapy Speak” In a
The new year always brings a sense of possibility. A pause. A quiet hope that this year might feel different. But hope on its own isn’t a plan—and motivation, while powerful, is a terrible long-term leader.If you’ve ever felt inspired in January and exhausted by
“What’s the difference?” is a common question when people begin exploring group based mental health support. Support groups and psychotherapy groups are often listed side by side, described in similar language, and sometimes even offered by the same practice. At a glance, they can appear
In her essential book on writing and life, Bird by Bird, Anne Lamott introduces a concept that many consider vital for recovering from perfectionism: “shitty first drafts.” Lamott explains that nearly all good writing begins as something deeply imperfect. You have to start somewhere. You
For many children of immigrants, growing up involved an unspoken contract: our parents sacrificed everything—their homeland, their comfort, their language—so that we could succeed. Our role in this contract is to be grateful, hardworking, and, above all, okay. To struggle with mental health, to experience
