Everyday Mindfulness Show
045: Global Mindfulness: Culturally Confused or Curious Experiential Human with Aida Vazin MA, LMFT
- Author: Vários
- Narrator: Vários
- Publisher: Podcast
- Duration: 0:31:25
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Synopsis
As a first-generation immigrant to the U.S., in high school, Aida Vazin found herself in a multicultural melting pot. As a natural observer, she found more similarities than differences in the family lives of her classmates, even though many had varying cultural and religious backgrounds. Aida built upon her experiences by studying psychology, anthropology, and cultural dynamics to gain a unique perspective on cultural identity. She has dedicated her career to assisting other first-generation immigrants to embrace their history and culture through mindfulness and the power of choice. She joins Host Mike Domitrz, to share her enlightening perspective. Subscribe to the Everyday Mindfulness Show. Key Takeaways: [2:23] Aida’s cultural upbringing led her to specialize in cultural dynamics and mindfulness. [9:00] Was becoming “Americanized” part of Aida’s cultural confusion or adaptation? [12:41] How to ask questions to make people feel culturally safe. [16:47] How to use mindfulne