Tag: cultural expectations

“Emotional Labor Behind the Smile: South Asian Women and the Burden of Being ‘Resilient'”
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May 11
She’s so strong.”“She always keeps it together.”“I don’t know how she does it […]
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“What Will People Say?”: The Role of Shame and Honor in Policing Women’s Emotions
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May 11
In many South Asian households, decisions aren’t just about what’s right or wrong […]
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Emotional Suppression as a Survival Strategy: A South Asian Woman’s Reality
Anisha -
May 11
In many South Asian households, emotions are not just feelings — they’re liabilities. […]
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Navigating the Tug-of-War Between Personal Desires and Family Duty
Anisha -
May 11
For many in the South Asian community, life often feels like a balancing […]
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“The Cost of Being ‘The Good Girl’: How Cultural Expectations Silence Emotions in South Asian Women”
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May 11
Be a good girl.” For many South Asian women, this phrase echoes through […]
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The Art of Doing Nothing: Why South Asian Women Need Slow Days Too
Anisha -
May 7
Introduction In many South Asian households, rest is often synonymous with laziness. A […]
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The Quiet Revolution: Self-Care for the South Asian Woman Who Was Never Taught How
Anisha -
May 7
Opening Reflection For many South Asian women, self-care has often been an afterthought, […]
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Beyond “Log Kya Kahenge?”: Prioritizing Mental Health Over Social Image
Anisha -
May 4
South Asian Mental Health • Cultural Shame • Social Pressure • Individual Healing […]
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Self-Care Isn’t Selfish: Creating Space for Your Mental Wellness
Anisha -
May 4
South Asian Mental Health • Women of Color • Boundaries • Cultural Expectations […]
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South Asian Mental Health, Depression, Women of Color, Stigma, Hidden Struggles, Mental Health Awareness, Cultural Expectations
Anisha -
Apr 30
💬 “You don’t look depressed.” A phrase that countless South Asian women have […]
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