EPISODE · Dec 1, 2023 · 29 MIN
#2 - Who am I? The clash of Asian vs. American values while navigating early 20s self identity crisis
from Banana Split · host Banana Split
Who am I? The early 20s can be a confusing balancing act between different cultural expectations, values, and pressures as newly formed adults attempt to piece together where they stand in the world. Jenny and Emily reflect on their self identity and the push and pull of growing up in environments touched by both Asian and American values. Emily flew across the ocean to Japan for a soul searching trip and found herself more confused. Jenny discovered that being compared to your 3rd cousin from your 4th aunt wasn't normal. --- Have an idea you've been thinking about or topic suggestion? Send us a DM @bananasplit.pod or shoot an email at: [email protected] If you liked this episode, you can support this podcast by giving us a follow!
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Who am I? The early 20s can be a confusing balancing act between different cultural expectations, values, and pressures as newly formed adults attempt to piece together where they stand in the world. Jenny and Emily reflect on their self identity and the push and pull of growing up in environments touched by both Asian and American values. Emily flew across the ocean to Japan for a soul searching trip and found herself more confused. Jenny discovered that being compared to your 3rd cousin from your 4th aunt wasn't normal. --- Have an idea you've been thinking about or topic suggestion? Send us a DM @bananasplit.pod or shoot an email at: [email protected] If you liked this episode, you can support this podcast by giving us a follow!
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