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Scenario

Why immigrant shame repeats across generations

My teenage son is embarrassed by my accent and I see myself at his age being embarrassed by my own mother and I don't know how to break this cycle.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The intergenerational transmission of cultural shame creates patterns that persist beyond their original protective purpose.

Your guide for this
Rabia
Rabia works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with The hyphenated identity and belonging?”

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.

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