In this episode of #OldAsianLady, Sandra opens up about her years working in the Middle East, facing racial prejudice, managing her cross-continental business and what happens when your personality doesn’t match your culture’s expectations. She shares the highs, the lows, and the lessons learned along the way.- When being “too outspoken” feels like a cultural misfit - Facing racial bias and finding resilience - The personal trauma that led her back to Taiwan - How her beliefs shape her views on love, marriage, and personal growth💡 “In Taiwan, I’m too loud. But abroad, my voice helped me grow.”

In this episode of #OldAsianLady Michelle reflects on her evolution as a Teacher, Obsessive Creative, Wife & Mother embracing the messy beauty of growth, change, and life’s infinite possibilities all while navigating life in Taiwan.

Michelle shares:

- The Dance of Balancing Marriage, Parenting and Personal Pursuits

- Joys and Struggles of Being an Intercultural Family in Taiwan

- Finding Artistic Flow and Fulfillment Across Multiple Mediums

- Staying Endlessly Curious and Pourquoi Pas?

In this #OldAsianLady episode (Part 1), Michelle shares her personal journey from Houston to Taipei, struggles with cultural identity, overcoming personal trauma, and discovering her purpose through art and teaching.

She touches on:

- Growing up Taiwanese American

- Struggling in Taiwan’s local school system vs thriving at American Schools

- How trauma changes us

- Overcoming generational pain

- Breaking the mold

💡 "I didn’t want to repeat the pain I grew up with—I wanted to create a different story."

Stay Tuned for Part 2 next Tuesday!