What happens when the world outside—and sometimes even the family inside—fails to protect you?

In this raw, unfiltered conversation, Jasmin and Kim share personal stories of racism, sexism, and the exhausting double bind of being Asian women. From “compliments” that cut, to workplace bias, to the heartbreak of silence within their own families, Jasmin and Kim unpack the invisible weight of microaggressions, cultural expectations, and generational harm. They also explore how they’re breaking cycles, setting boundaries, and creating spaces where their full selves are finally seen and heard.

Content note: This episode includes discussions of racism, sexism, and family conflict.

✨ Work Hard, Cry Never blends humor, honesty, and healing—reminding all of us that our stories matter and our voices deserve to be heard.

In this raw and vulnerable episode, Jaz and Kim open up about the painful reality of growing up in homes where safety wasn’t guaranteed—because the very people meant to protect them were also the ones causing harm.

From discipline that crossed the line, to the silence that followed, to the complicated love we still carry for our parents—this conversation dives into the unspoken truths of immigrant family dynamics, generational trauma, and what it means to heal while holding complexity.

This isn’t about blame—it’s about breaking cycles. It’s about naming what was never named, and learning how to show up for ourselves (and our children) with the softness we always deserved.

Content Warning: This episode discusses emotional, verbal, and physical abuse. Please take care of yourself as you listen.

✨ Healing doesn’t mean forgetting. It means remembering—with clarity, compassion, and choice.

In this episode of Work Hard, Cry Never, Jasmin and Kim dive into the messy line between protecting your peace and shutting people out. Growing up in households where “no” felt like disrespect, boundaries were never modeled for us—so as adults, we’re left figuring it out on our own.

Through raw personal stories, we unpack what happens when boundaries aren’t respected, how gaslighting complicates family dynamics, and why silence can feel safer than honesty. We also explore what it means to rewrite the script for our kids, showing them that boundaries aren’t rejection, but love with clarity.

This is a conversation about healing, survival, and learning that you can honor yourself without losing connection.