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Monthly Spotlight!
Indian Parent-Youth Communication Workshop:
From Misunderstanding to Connection
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Growing up in a South Asian family means balancing two worlds, often leading to misunderstandings and unspoken expectations. Join Rcoz and Dr. Seema Sehgal, MD, in collaboration with Ohlone College, for an interactive session featuring real conversations and practical strategies to improve communication and strengthen parent-youth connections.
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SOCHNE KI BAAT (DID YOU KNOW?)
The average delay between the onset of mental health symptoms and treatment is 11 years - NAMI
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Love in the South Asian Context: A Conversation That Went Beyond Words
“Excellent talk, very informative and inspiring. We need more of these!” - Attendee |
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Rcoz’s fourth Chalo Baatein Karen™ event on February 16th sparked a powerful, eye-opening discussion on love, expression, and cultural expectations within South Asian families. Led by Dr. Seema Sehgal, the session unraveled deep-seated patterns—how love is shown but rarely spoken, how silence shapes relationships, and how we can break generational cycles to create healthier emotional connections. The conversation was so engaging, it ran 20 minutes over! Curious to know the insights that left attendees inspired?
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SUKOON SHOTS (SHOTS OF PEACE)
Dance around while you do your housework. Grooving to the beats of Govinda or a classic AR Rahman tune makes housework less of a chore! Not only will you get stuff done, but dancing reduces the levels of cortisol (the stress hormone), and increases endorphins (the body's "feel-good chemicals").
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Love, Tradition and Parental Pressure Shape the South Asian Marriage Dilemma
By Runjhun Pandit, LPCC
“So my main anxiety right now is the fact that I am 28 years old and my parents want me to get married. They have created profiles on Bharat Matrimony, shaadi.com and even local places. I am not sure if I am even ready for this, plus I don’t even know what I am looking for in a partner.” - Anonymous
Torn between love, tradition, and family pressure? South Asian millennials are facing the marriage dilemma like never before. From parental expectations to personal desires, this blog unpacks the emotional struggles, rising divorce rates, and how to navigate tough conversations. Read on to take control of your journey or to understand what your children are going through!
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