Kamalayan: Conversations To Self-Awareness
Leo and Stephanie are college friends exploring ideas on self-awareness amid their being Filipino. He, a language and professional development trainer based in the Philippines and she, a marriage and family therapist living the US, exchange thoughts and observations on culture and its impact on their identity. "Kamalayan" — 'consciousness' or 'awakening' in Filipino — hopes to reveal nuggets that help make living a little more interesting and meaningful.
Kamalayan: Conversations To Self-Awareness
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Stephanie and Leo
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Episode 16
Who are you in the family? What part do you play?
Family, the very basic unit of society, can be a source of breakdowns and negativity as it can be a wellspring of reinforcement and stability. Many of the challenges often find root in its very construct: hierarchy, assigned roles, and accompanying expectations.
In their newest session, have a listen as Stephanie and Leo share views and observations on traditional familial roles and how adhering to these has impacted individuals in a variety of ways.