I’m Not Too American, You Raised Me Here (with Dorinda Mensah)

Have you ever been told you’re “too American”… by the very people who raised you in America?In this episode of Between Two worlds with Dr. Phebe, she sits down with Dorinda (Follow her on IG: nurturinggnature)  for an honest, funny, and deeply relatable conversation about growing up between cultures. Together, they unpack the unique experience of being raised with one set of values at home and another everywhere else.From code-switching and cultural expectations to identity, belonging, and being told you’re “too Western,” this episode explores what it means to navigate two worlds while never feeling fully at home in either.You’ll laugh, nod your head, and probably think about that one time your parents said:“That’s not how we do things back home.”Even though “back home” wasn’t where you were raised.If you’ve ever felt too American for your family, but not American enough for everyone else, this conversation is for you.At the end of the day, adapting isn’t betrayal and honoring your culture doesn’t mean losing yourself.Listen in, and don’t forget to share this episode with someone who’s spent their life translating between worlds.Send your questions and topic ideas to [email protected] or slide in my DM's on Instagram @drphebebrakoRemember we can only grow our audience with your support. Please share with your community!