Periagoge
Scenario

When cultural expectations of strength prevent seeking help

I am exhausted from being the strong one in my immigrant family but showing weakness would mean letting everyone down who sacrificed for me to be here

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Inherited survival strategies are becoming obstacles to thriving in safety.

Your guide for this
Patan
Patan works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Mental health across cultures — stigma and access?”

Peri

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.