62. What Will People Think? The Toxic Side of Cultural Denial
Aiza's original video: https://www.tiktok.com/@aiza_talks/video/7456668553094237483Why do people get so defensive when others speak about cultural trauma? In this episode, we dive into the TikTok discourse that sparked a bigger conversation about the toxic elements of South Asian culture, the fear of ‘what will people think?’, and why some people refuse to acknowledge hard truths.We explore why certain individuals feel the need to invalidate others’ experiences, how denial is often a reflection of internalised conditioning, and why healing starts with honesty. Instead of tearing each other down, how can we use these conversations to create real change?If you’ve ever felt dismissed for sharing your experiences, or struggled with the pressure to stay silent, this one’s for you.00:00 Introduction04:10 The TikTok That Sparked It All09:45 Why Are People So Defensive About Cultural Trauma?15:30 The Problem With ‘Not All South Asians’ Arguments21:50 The Denial Mindset – Are We Just Brushing Things Under The Carpet?28:15 How Social Media Can Be Used For Good (Or Harm)35:40 Healing, Validation, and Why We Need More Honest ConversationsDon't forget to give us a rating and send us your dilemmas at:💌 thedoublelifepodcast@gmail.comHosts:@farahrajax@devamsha