On Family Ties, The Korean Wave & #DeadParentClub and the Grief Supporter's Manual with Phil Kim

In this episode, I chat with my friend Phil who shares his experience growing up in the States as a child of Korean immigrants. We retrace his childhood and how it shaped his independence and perspective on family and life. Phil and I talk about how the Korean wave has taken the world by storm and our shared love of K dramas. He takes us down memory lane during a season where he moonlighted as a student and rock star. Phil shares an alternative path he could have chosen as a performer with his punk rock band, "Hooking Up". His intentional way of living is a beautiful example of how a colorful life looks different for everyone. There isn't just one way to create a life that feels good in the midst of a very real and tough human experience. We touch on the journey of grieving the loss of a parent (#deadparentclub) and provide helpful ways to support a loved one who is grieving. This episode is for you if you're trying to live more intentionally, value being present, are interested in Korean culture or are learning to embrace the fallibility of being human. A Colorful Life Retreat