Unpacking Family Patterns and Expectations with Poonam Kumar
Are We Well?10 Dec 2024

Unpacking Family Patterns and Expectations with Poonam Kumar

In this episode of Are We Well?, host Neelam Chand welcomes Poonam Kumar for an insightful discussion on breaking generational traumas and patterns inherited from family and ancestors. As South Asian women, they explore the complexities of their unique backgrounds, including the differences in their maternal influences. Poonam shares her impressive career journey as the Principal Advisor of Communications and Branding for the Americas at Rio Tinto, along with her previous roles in public service and media. Together, they dive deep into the significance of addressing and healing from inherited traumas, setting the stage for a powerful conversation on personal growth and wellness. Join Neelam and Poonam as they celebrate sisterhood and the journey toward healing.

"Perfection and people pleasing and going above and beyond overachieving is the way to have a voice and be recognized, otherwise you fall."

Notes:

[00:02:05] Adoption and family dynamics.

[00:05:30] Gender roles in South Asian culture.

[00:09:49] People-pleasing and self-respect.

[00:12:15] Setting boundaries and guilt.

[00:16:35] Family dynamics and expectations.

[00:20:46] Male patriarchy and cultural expectations.

[00:23:06] Toxic patterns and self-worth.

[00:28:33] OCD and family dynamics.

[00:31:01] Family care dynamics and responsibilities.

[00:34:05] What is Indian identity?

[00:37:19] Breaking generational trauma patterns.

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