EP 22: Redefining Family Traditions and Identity
THIS TOO SHALL PASS
Idea to Launch Productions
4.6 • 621 Ratings
🗓️ 22 October 2024
⏱️ 51 minutes
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Summary
Join us for an engaging discussion on family dynamics and identity exploration as I, Ariel, welcome my amazing cousin Cameron to the podcast. Together, we reflect on our experiences growing up as Black women and the powerful influence of family on shaping our identities. In the *Her Voice, Her Story* segment, I celebrate Cameron, not only as a remarkable cousin but also as a cherished friend.
We dive into the generational differences within our family, exploring the older generation's preference for privacy and formality compared to our more open, candid approach. This conversation shines a light on the structured nature of our family gatherings, steeped in tradition and etiquette, while also highlighting how our understanding of these dynamics has shifted over time.
We also explore the complexities of parenting and communication styles, reflecting on the lessons learned from our own upbringing and how they now shape our approach to raising children. Emphasizing the value of open communication, we challenge traditional views that equate gentle parenting with weakness. Instead, we advocate for fostering environments where children feel heard, respected, and empowered to express their needs and boundaries confidently.
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| 0:00.0 | This week on This Two Shall Pass. |
| 0:08.0 | How did you find out Ariel was adopted? |
| 0:10.0 | I found out when Ariel found out, I guess. |
| 0:14.0 | Everyone in our family is different shades of black. |
| 0:16.0 | If I was sitting at an Asian table, I would be like, hey, |
| 0:19.0 | sticking out like a source song. |
| 0:20.0 | I don't look like my cousin Wong. Like I would, I would see it. We were never told to shut up, |
| 0:26.7 | mind your business, stay in a child's place. Those are the kids that are touched and they don't say |
| 0:30.6 | anything. And the parents are like, oh my gosh, why don't you talk to me? Well, because when she tried to talk to you about them crayons, you told her to shut the fuck up. |
| 0:39.2 | Hey, tribe. |
| 0:41.8 | Welcome to the This Two Shall Pass podcast. |
| 0:43.6 | I'm your host, Ariel B. |
| 0:46.0 | But who is Ariel B? |
| 0:50.5 | I've had trouble separating who I am from what I do. |
| 0:52.6 | Am I just a kid that was adopted? |
| 0:56.0 | Am I an ex-wife surviving from domestic violence? |
| 1:02.4 | Or am I a single mother of five trying to just keep it all together? This is an exclusive space for our stories and lessons to be heard and learned from without judgment. Because this two shall pass. |
| 1:12.2 | Hi guys. |
| 1:13.2 | Welcome back to the This Two Shall Pass podcast. |
| 1:15.6 | I have a guest here with me today that I'm so excited about, but beginning, make it |
| 1:20.5 | formal. |
| 1:21.2 | My name is Ariel or as you may know online. |
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