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In-between and multi-rooted, an international mother maps unseen emotional labor while nurturing her child’s growing multicultural identity with tender strength.

The Invisible Labor of International Mothers: A Jungian View on Nurturing a Child’s Multicultural Identity

December travel often highlights the quiet, profound work of international mothers. Beyond logistics, they guide their children through the complex task of integrating multiple cultural influences, nurturing a cohesive multicultural identity. This invisible emotional labor shapes the next generation’s sense of self, belonging, and resilience across worlds.

Motherhood

Dr. MJ Yang

3 days ago3 min read

For many immigrants, names are deeply layered. They hold the story of where we come from, where we are, and where we might be going.

Immigrant Identity and the Emotional Journey Behind Our Names

Exploring the emotional journey behind immigrant names and the complex identities we carry from our culture of origin to a new society.

Immigrant Mental Health

Dr. MJ Yang

Apr 55 min read