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The Tao of Self-Confidence
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The Tao of Self-Confidence

A Guide to Moving Beyond Trauma and Awakening the Leader Within

Wiley, 2023 más...


Editorial Rating

9

Qualities

  • Applicable
  • Engaging
  • Inspiring

Recommendation

Asian women face unique pressure to succeed and be high performers while navigating harmful stereotypes that limit their careers. Podcaster Sheena Yap Chan encourages Asian women to prioritize their health and well-being, forge new leadership pathways and break free from the harmful effects of intergenerational trauma. She urges readers to develop self-confidence, with interdisciplinary insights from trauma-informed psychological research and ancient Hindu spiritual practices. Chan offers practical steps for facing your trauma and unlocking your leadership potential.

Take-Aways

  • The dominant culture expects Asian Americans to be “model” minorities, which can harm their mental health.
  • Toxic racist stereotypes limit Asian women.
  • Unlock your potential by facing your trauma.

About the Author

Sheena Yap Chan hosts the award-winning podcast The Tao of Self-Confidence, which interviews Asian women on their “inner journeys to self-confidence.”


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