For many immigrant families, silence can feel like safety. Avoiding tough conversations about loss, identity, or expectations often feels like a way to protect ourselves and others. But Susan’s story reminds us that silence often deepens the wounds it aims to cover. Through her journey of confronting her family’s unspoken
For Filipino Americans, life is a delicate balance between embracing a rich, family-centered heritage and adapting to the independence-driven culture of the United States. Many find themselves navigating an intricate dance between two identities, each carrying its own distinct values and expectations. Embracing Two Worlds In an intimate conversation on
Ever find yourself thinking, “I’ll focus on my mental health when things calm down” or “I’ll work on myself once I finish this project”? Waiting for the “right time” can keep us stuck, waiting indefinitely for circumstances that may never align perfectly. Lauren DeVera, dancer, CEO, and founder of Lions
Perfectionism is a trait that many of us grapple with, often viewing it through a binary lens: good or bad. However, the reality is far more nuanced. Understanding the costs and benefits of perfectionism can help us embrace its positive (and protective) aspects while mitigating its harmful impact. The Costs
When one generation has experienced major historical events such as war, genocide, slavery, colonization, systemic oppression or personal traumas such as migration, abuse, neglect, or poverty, its impacts can be felt in subsequent generations even if that generation has no direct experience of these events. Intergenerational trauma can manifest in
