Daisy J. Hung on Burnout in Law, Third Culture Identity and Publishing I Am Not a Tourist

Burning out as a lawyer? Grew up across multiple countries? Wondering where your people are?In this conversation, Harper Collins author Daisy J. Hung shares her journey as an Asian-American Lawyer to diversity practitioner at the University of Oxford, and her motivations for writing her debut book, 'I Am Not a Tourist: Conversations on Being British Chinese.' Annie and Daisy discuss cultural identity, the importance of community activism, and the challenges of the publishing process.What you'll learn about:How to recognise and respond to burnout in the legal professionThe experience of navigating cultural identity as a British Chinese professionalWhat community activism can contribute to a writing projectPractical guidance for young professionals facing career crossroadChapters00:00 Introduction to Daisy Hung and Her Journey07:09 Career Beginnings and Transitioning Paths11:39 Experiencing Burnout in the Legal Profession20:24 Navigating Career Changes and New Opportunities22:32 Advice for Young Professionals on Career Decisions25:27 Navigating Burnout and Career Transition28:03 Cultural Shock and Identity Exploration32:38 The Journey of Writing a Book38:12 Community Activism and Historical Insights43:30 The Publishing Process and Personal Growth50:20 Advice on Identity and Belonging53:10 Conversations for Better Mental HealthGet more from ⁠Low to Grow here!⁠Instagram:⁠⁠@lowtogrowpodcast⁠⁠⁠Follow Daisy:Bluesky: daisyhungukX: daisyhungukGet Daisy's book at https://www.amazon.co.uk/Am-Not-Tourist-Daisy-Hung/dp/0008603243 Please Note:Thispodcast is for general awareness and educational purposes only, and should notbe considered a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, ortreatment. Please consult with qualified mental health professionals forspecific concerns or situations. Check out ⁠https://www.mind.org.uk/⁠ for free resources.