The MindfulMess with Gene & Matt

Episode 10. Identity, Part Two

2023-05-06

In Episode 10, we resume the conversation on identity - Gene opens the conversation by talking about how he categorizes the major facets of his identity, particularly his race and how his early family experiences influence his social behaviors even today. We discuss how our identities influence the way we form connections and relationships with others, for example seeking out those who are similar to us versus being attracted to people who are opposite to or very different from us. We also talk about how to parse out what parts of our identities are truly born of ourselves, and what parts are imposed upon us by society. Matt shares more detail about the strength and thriving he found after conversion therapy, and Gene opens up about his thoughts on his racial identity and the personal struggles he has experienced in being a queer person of color living in the states. We wrap the conversation up discussing the question of whether people can really change - what do you think? Do people really change?

Número de episodios

23

Último episodio

2023-10-22

¿Donde puedes escuchar?

The MindfulMess is hosted by Gene Sun and Matt Salmon, two people who seek to learn and grow as humans. Gene is a fitness professional studying organizational psychology and a first generation queer Asian American who sees every conversation as an opportunity to both express and shape his cultural identity. Matt is a pediatric and adult psychiatrist, who is queer, autistic, and is thriving after trauma from conversion therapy. We will share our experiences & how we've gown from them, be curious about others', and invite you all to share in this journey with us. New episodes every Saturday!