Join us for an engaging episode of the Asian Mental Health Book Club by Yellow Chair Collective, where Megan Soun and Teresa Wong dive into Teresa's graphic memoir, 'All Our Ordinary Stories.' The discussion covers themes like intergenerational family dynamics, cultural identity, and the immigrant experience.
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Time Stamps
00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview
01:12 Welcome to the Asian Mental Health Book Club
02:20 Introducing Theresa Wong and Her Memoir
04:40 Exploring Family Dynamics and Generational Trauma
12:35 Navigating Parental Relationships and Acceptance
25:13 The Eldest Daughter's Role and Responsibilities
28:22 Balancing Family Responsibilities
29:04 Parenting Reflections and Challenges
31:02 Audience Question: Advice for Aspiring Writers
31:24 The Journey of Writing a Memoir
36:41 Gathering Family Stories
44:29 Navigating Imposter Syndrome
46:12 Researching Family Histories
49:29 Finding a Publisher
52:05 Concluding Thoughts and Gratitude