Destigmatizing Mental Health Across Cultures: Insights With Dr. Jenny Wang | Dealing With Feelings

In this episode, Dr. Marc Brackett sits down with Dr. Jenny Wang, a licensed psychologist, founder of @asiansformentalhealth community on Instagram and author of "Permission to Come Home." Dr. Wang shares her unique approach to mental health, blending Eastern and Western perspectives, and offers valuable insights into emotion regulation, particularly within the Asian-American community.

Together, they explore the transformative power of understanding and regulating emotions, with a focus on cultural influences and the impact of emotion suppression.

What To Expect From This Episode:

🌍 Gain insights into the impact of cultural influences on emotional well-being and the implications of societal challenges.

🤝 Explore the concept of creating a world where individuals have healthy strategies to deal with their emotions, fostering compassion, grace, and healthy conflict resolution.

📚 The significance of feelings mentors and the impact of gratitude and reframing on emotional regulation.

👥The importance of addressing and de-stigmatizing mental health issues in culturally sensitive ways.

Key Takeaways:

-The importance of understanding the role of culture and family in emotion regulation, as highlighted by Dr. Jenny Wang.

-The episode encourages moving away from the shame associated with mental health struggles and embracing the necessity of addressing emotional pain.

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