ASIAN MENTAL HEALTH BOOK CLUB: Why Asian Mental Health Stories Matter in Literature? Teresa Wong

Join us for an engaging episode of the Asian Mental Health Book Club by Yellow Chair Collective, where Megan Soun and Teresa Wong dive into Teresa's graphic memoir, 'All Our Ordinary Stories.' The discussion covers themes like intergenerational family dynamics, cultural identity, and the immigrant experience. 

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Time Stamps

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview

01:12 Welcome to the Asian Mental Health Book Club

02:20 Introducing Theresa Wong and Her Memoir

04:40 Exploring Family Dynamics and Generational Trauma

12:35 Navigating Parental Relationships and Acceptance

25:13 The Eldest Daughter's Role and Responsibilities

28:22 Balancing Family Responsibilities

29:04 Parenting Reflections and Challenges

31:02 Audience Question: Advice for Aspiring Writers

31:24 The Journey of Writing a Memoir

36:41 Gathering Family Stories

44:29 Navigating Imposter Syndrome

46:12 Researching Family Histories

49:29 Finding a Publisher

52:05 Concluding Thoughts and Gratitude