Grounded in Diversity

How does hiding parts of who we are affect our mental health? And as we step into adulthood, how can we begin shaping a multicultural identity that truly feels like our own? In this episode, Student Assistant Counselor Ms. Lauren Amisial shares thoughtful advice on navigating this challenging transition, embracing your full identity, and building a community that supports and uplifts you.Thank you for listening! Email: [email protected]: @grounded.in.diversity

What does it mean to feel truly seen—to be accepted without bias, whether it's in a doctor's office, classroom, or your community? In this episode, we'll sit down with Onyinye Efobi, a nursing student, patient care technician, and researcher who explores what it means to celebrate diversity and create safe spaces for people to be themselves. Explore the "imposter syndrome," healthcare inequities, and learn how you can persevere through the face of systemic challenges; because when we're comfortable in our own skin, healthcare and society alike become stronger, more just, and more compassionate.Thank you for listening! Email: [email protected]: @grounded.in.diversity

Say hello to Aayushi Chauhan, a 17-year-old Indian-American navigating life between two cultures. She discusses what it means to move across continents as a child, blend languages at home and at school, and find belonging in new spaces. From teaching her siblings Hindi to mentoring younger students with her club, Operation Elementary, Aayushi explores every part of her identity. Dive deep into cultural adaptation, the immigrant experience, and the strength that comes with accepting who you are.Thank you for listening! Email: [email protected]: @grounded.in.diversity

Meet Dr. Aparna Kalbag as we explore the connections between cultural identity, physical health, and mental well-being. From the impact of traditional foods on chronic illness to the silent pressures placed on immigrant families, Dr. Kalbag’s work bridges science with experience, reminding us that health isn’t just about biology, but about the stories we carry. Unpack the effects of cultural disconnection, the "model minority" myth, and generational stress, and understand how we can move towards healing, integrating, and embracing every part of who we are.Thank you for listening! Email: [email protected]: @grounded.in.diversity

Step into the world of multicultural identity as we reflect on the challenges of balancing different cultural backgrounds and begin our journey to find happiness, peace, and contentment with all the different parts that make up who we are.Thank you for listening! Email: [email protected]: @grounded.in.diversity