Do you know what the model-minority myth is?
The myth promotes an idealized image of Asian Americans as universally successful, hardworking, and problem-free, which sets unrealistic standards and pressures individuals to conform to a narrow definition of success.
With values placed on extrinsic motivation (what other people think of you and people-pleasing) and success viewed as status or things; an internal drive to succeed and mental health can often go to the wayside.
This conversation is important whether you are a “model minority” or not.
When we focus on metrics, perfectionism, and success tied with accomplishments; this can lead any person down a path of unhealthy expectations.
When we put too much pressure on outcomes and not the process and societal definitions of success; our children can grow up with a lack of sense of self and anxiety to perform; which is what we commonly see in grown adults who were raised in this sort of environment.
I welcome Prachi Gupta (@prachigu) to talk about:
➡️What the model minority myth is
➡️The history of how it came to be
➡️The inspiration behind her best-selling book: “They Called Us Exceptional and Other Lies That Raised Us.”
➡️How the model minority myth has negatively impacted the children who were products of it
➡️Why focusing on perfectionism and metrics is problematic for all children
⭐️Comment PODCAST LINK to get the link to our conversation DMd to you! ⭐️
This book is incredible and this conversation was incredible too.
📚Her book will be available soon in paperback as well📚
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