Navigating Cultural Identity and Mental Health

The chapter delves into the challenges faced by individuals straddling bicultural identities, specifically focusing on how this affects mental health and financial well-being, particularly in immigrant families. It highlights the lack of awareness in Western wellness conversations regarding the intersection of culture and identity, discussing the impact of generational stress and intergenerational trauma. The speaker shares personal experiences of breaking free from familial financial expectations, striving for independence, and navigating complexities through self-reflection and therapy.