AsianBossGirl

The hosts play a game and ask each other questions. They discuss finding happiness in small things and alternate career paths. They have mixed feelings about being called influencers and prefer to identify as creators. They explore negative connotations of being an influencer in dating. They talk about the possibility of returning to UX work and balancing career and financial stability. They emphasize the importance of therapy and personal growth.

Dr. Monica Band, a mental health therapist, discusses EMDR therapy and trauma in BIPOC communities. They delve into Gen Z's approach to mental health, the impact of trauma on well-being, and the importance of recognizing all types of trauma. The podcast also explores communication styles, attachment, and the significance of sleep in wellness.

The podcast explores the difficulty of accepting parents' aging and the inevitability of death. They discuss the taboo of discussing death in Chinese culture and the importance of communicating wishes about death and aging. The hosts share their experiences of talking to their siblings about aging and death, and reflect on the emotional aspects of these discussions. They also discuss the possibility of their parents living with them in the future and the challenges of finding suitable living arrangements.

Friendships are a topic we get asked about a lot & I get it. It plays such a huge role in our lives! In today's two part series, I want to dive into a very special friendship of mine, that I haven't had the chance to share about on the pod. I'm talking about college friendships. This one, in particular, began in the dorms of UCSD transfer housing & it blossomed into one of my most precious adult friendships. Today, I bring on one of my best friends, Sally Le to chat through how we met, our dynamic in college & what about this friendship has stood the test of time (over 10 years!)__________________________________________Host: Melody ChengEditor: Victoria Cheng__________________________________________P A R T N E R S• Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand.• BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG__________________________________________C O N N E C T W I T H U S• Subscribe and Follow us @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts/Spotify/Amazon Music/YouTube/Instagram/Twitter/Facebook• Listener Survey: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here• Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here• Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com__________________________________________S U P P O R T U S• Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com• Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support• More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, the hosts dive deep into various topics including embarrassing things they do when alone, belief in second chances, and the willingness to trade years of life expectancy for attractiveness. They also discuss preference for TV shows, living in the city vs. the country, useless skills they possess, dream locations for destination weddings, childhood career goals, and sharing personal stories and experiences with future generations.

There is nothing more frightening than what is happening in the world right now. How do we talk to our kids about conflict and war? As parents, we can only hope to create a world where our children can feel safe to navigate his/her own emotions. In this episode, we cover some tips on how to approach the conversation of tragic world events with your child and provide them with support and comfort. These tips are adapted from two Greater Good articles by Abigail Gerwirtz, a professor of Psychology at Arizona State University, and Shauna Tominey, a professor of Human Development and Family Sciences at Oregon State University. Organizations mentioned in this episode: Save the Children and UNICEF.#SpillTheBabyTea__________________________________________Host: Helen WuEditor: Victoria Cheng__________________________________________P A R T N E R S• BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG__________________________________________C O N N E C T W I T H U S• Subscribe and Follow us @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts/Spotify/Amazon Music/YouTube/Instagram/Twitter/Facebook• Listener Survey: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here• Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here• Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com__________________________________________S U P P O R T U S• Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com• Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support• More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The podcast explores the reasons why humans seek out horror and scary experiences. It discusses the popularity and perception of horror among different cultures and age groups, as well as the biological reasons why some people enjoy horror. The hosts share their childhood Halloween memories and discuss the psychology behind enjoying horror. They also talk about their experiences at a haunted maze and explore the potential link between watching horror films and increased sexual activity. The chapter concludes with a discussion on preferences and boundaries in watching horror movies with partners.

In this podcast, the host explores the difference between being alone and feeling lonely. They discuss the impact of loneliness on mental and physical health, as well as the importance of social spaces for fostering connections. The speaker shares methods of connecting with loved ones and discusses the benefits of living with roommates. They also explore essays, books, and maintaining a positive relationship with oneself.

October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Month in the United States. Although research suggests that over 30% of pregnancies end in miscarriage, this experience can feel extremely isolating and lonely for families. It certainly did for our guest today, Anne Phung Nguyen Guzman, who experienced 2 miscarriages before giving birth to her beautiful baby boy last summer. Lack of support and empathy from her medical team, as well as toxic positivity from people around her, only made this process even more difficult.Anne has since shared her experiences on social media with vulnerability and honesty, in hopes that others who are going through their TTC (Trying to Conceive) journey can feel less alone. Everyone’s TTC journey is unique and deeply personal, so we hope this episode can provide some comfort and insight if you or a loved one are going through this process.__________________________________________Hosts: Janet Wang and Helen WuContributing Editor: Haemee Kang__________________________________________P A R T N E R S• Pampers: For trusted protection, trust Pampers, the #1 pediatrician recommended brand.• BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month with code “ABG” at betterhelp.com/ABG__________________________________________C O N N E C T W I T H U S• Subscribe and Follow us @asianbossgirl on Apple Podcasts/Spotify/Amazon Music/YouTube/Instagram/Twitter/Facebook• Listener Survey: Let us know your thoughts on the podcast here• Shoutouts: Give a shoutout on the podcast here• Email: hello@asianbossgirl.com__________________________________________S U P P O R T U S• Merch: asianbossgirl.myshopify.com• Donate: anchor.fm/asianbossgirl/support• More about us at asianbossgirl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this podcast, the speaker discusses their journey with body image and fitness. They share their initial fear of joining a fitness class and the physical and mental changes they experienced. The speaker talks about adjusting their diet, their excitement for fall, and their disappointment with weight gain. They also open up about their struggles with body image and insecurities, as well as their personal transformation and positive aspects of their fitness journey.