Permission to Come Home — Mental Health, Identity & Cultural Healing with Dr. Jenny Wang

In this episode, Fiona sits down with Dr. Jenny Wang, clinical psychologist and author of Permission to Come Home: Reclaiming Mental Health as Asian Americans — a compelling and courageous exploration of identity, healing, and mental health within the Asian American experience. Drawing from both personal experience and professional insight, Dr. Wang shares her journey through intergenerational trauma, cultural expectation, and the quiet grief of belonging in-between worlds. Through her book and her platform Asians for Mental Health, she is helping to dismantle stigma, amplify underrepresented voices, and create space for healing. For practical takeaways from the conversation, scroll down through the show notes.

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Join award-winning author and psychologist Fiona Murden in the Dot to Dot Life Connected™ podcast - uncovering the vital, yet often overlooked, connections that shape our lives and success – not just our connection with ourselves but also with others. This podcast explores the Life Connected™ framework revealing how our connections - with ourselves, others, and the world around us - profoundly impact our wellbeing and achievements. We delve into the critical, frequently underestimated importance of these connections, showing how they can transform our personal and professional lives. Through engaging conversations with diverse guests - from industry leaders to inspiring individuals - we examine the science behind human behavior and relationships. Each episode features 'role models and real models' sharing their lived experiences, offering unique insights into the power of connection. Join us as we connect the dots between scientific knowledge and real-world applications, empowering you to harness the often-hidden benefits of a truly connected life.