Tag: family expectations

“From Rebellion to Guilt: The Emotional Consequences of Saying ‘No'”
Anisha -
May 12
Picture Credits: https://i.pinimg.com/736x/da/6a/c5/da6ac58b80619c6e8eac93a352e32830.jpg In South Asian culture, there is an unspoken, often overwhelming […]
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“Emotional Labor Behind the Smile: South Asian Women and the Burden of Being ‘Resilient'”
Anisha -
May 11
She’s so strong.”“She always keeps it together.”“I don’t know how she does it […]
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Anxiety in the Age of Arranged Marriages: Unspoken Fears and Pressures
Anisha -
May 4
South Asian Mental Health • Marriage Pressure • Arranged Marriage Anxiety • Family […]
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Faith, Family, and Fear: Navigating Mental Health Within Traditional Homes
Anisha -
Apr 29
Introduction: “Just Pray About It” When Nilofer told her mother she was feeling […]
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Specific Mental Health Issues
Anisha -
Apr 28
The Intricate Tapestry of Mental Health in South Asian Women: A Deep Dive […]
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“Is It Healthy to Compete for Attention from Family or Society?”
Anisha -
Apr 13
Story: Meenakshi grew up in a traditional Marathi household, where expectations ran high, […]
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“The Status Olympics: Marriage, Kids, Career – Why Are South Asian Women Ranked Like This?”
Anisha -
Apr 9
Vidya’s POV:It had been years since I’d last seen Ishpreet, and yet, standing […]
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