In many South Asian households, emotions are not just feelings — they’re liabilities. Vulnerability is seen as weakness, sadness is something to be hidden, and anger is, more often than not, a punishable offense — especially if you’re a woman. What many don’t realize is that this emotional suppression isn’t accidental. It’s generational. It’s cultural. And for South Asian women, it has long been a deeply ingrained survival strategy — one that protects them in the short term, but slowly erodes them from the inside out. A Culture of Quiet Endurance South Asian cultures are often rooted in collective values — family honor, reputation, sacrifice, and resilience. While these values…