My partner learned my language to talk to my family but hearing them speak it feels like cultural appropriation even though I asked for this.
More people experience this than they realize.
Well-intentioned linguistic bridge-building can trigger unexpected feelings of cultural ownership and boundary violation.
“Where Are You with Language and identity — what your first language holds?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.