Videos

March 17, 2024

The Duality of High-Functioning Depression

In the bustling mental health world, a curious trend emerges: individuals with depression symptoms thriving without identifying as depressed. 🧠 Testing this, Dr. Judith Joseph made a reel, expecting it to not get much traction but it got viral, resonating with millions. 📈 High-functioning depression strikes a chord, maybe reflecting…

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March 16, 2024

Are You Ignoring Your Trauma?

In the current mental health crisis, we're seeing a concerning trend: difficulty processing trauma. 😔 Instead, we seek solace in distractions like social media, work, and consumption. 📱💼🛍️ Elders turn to alcohol, youth immerse in social media, risking harm to developing brains. 🍺👵🏽🧑🏽‍🦱 The impact remains unclear, but it's evident…

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March 15, 2024

What I Learned With Coaching

For Amy Yip, the news of embryo viability uncertainty stirs a whirlwind of emotions—loneliness, disappointment, societal pressures ingrained since childhood. 😔 She mentioned that as a Chinese woman, motherhood is ingrained in her identity, even though she resisted the stereotype. 🉐 Then coaching emerges as a ray of hope, skepticism…

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March 14, 2024

Why Big Companies Encourages Egg Freezing

In the corporate world, a trend emerges: companies offer egg freezing benefits. Giving more career choice and flexibility for women. 🥚💼 The goal? Retain talented women, aiding career growth and company success. 🌟 Maternity leave, as it currently stands, isn't exactly ideal. 🤷‍♀️ And once a woman becomes a mother,…

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March 13, 2024

How Leaving My Job Changed My Life

Amy Yip talked on the Color of Success podcast about how her life took a 360 twist? 🔄 Once trapped in corporate life, she took a leap. In January 2020, she and her husband sold everything, left jobs and flew to Ghana for voluntary work. ✈️🌍 COVID extended their stay…

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March 12, 2024

How Was Portraying Mrs. Lee From Tiger's Apprentice

On the Color of Success podcast, Tan Kheng Hua talked a bit about how it was stepping into Mrs. Lee's shoes. 👠 Motherly roles resonate deeply with me, and portraying this character felt natural. 🌸 While media often portrays parenting as a struggle, my experience has been joyous. 🌟 The…

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March 11, 2024

Why Your Family Should Watch Tiger's Apprentice

There's something magical about watching a movie as a family, right? 🎥👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Watching Tiger's Apprentice brings back that old-fashioned viewing style, inviting everyone to gather, laugh, cry, and share the story.🐯💫 And there's even potential for a sequel, keeping storytelling alive. 📽️✨ Watch Tiger's Apprentice for more than just a…

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March 10, 2024

The Key for Creating a Safe Space

Creating a protected space, not just safe, starts with self-compassion. 🌸 It's about holding ourselves warmly, even when uneasy. Kindness guides us to authenticity. 🎍 Separation between self and others is allowed, fostering compassion for all. 🏮 With compassion for both, setting boundaries becomes clear and kind—a truly protected space.…

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March 9, 2024

How to Rewire Your Brain With Boundaries

Juliane's Taylor Shore book, Reprogramming Minds, approach to rewiring your brains is a game changer! 📚 It delves into neurobiology and setting boundaries, unveiling the mentalization neural network's power. 🧠 It deciphers our actions through metaphors, not words, mostly from our heart and gut. What if we listen more to…

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March 8, 2024

Why Should You Watch Tiger's Apprentice

Why watch Tiger's Apprentice? Dive in! 🐯🎬 Whether you crave laughs or heartwarming family tales, this movie delivers. It's not just about fun and family—it beautifully embraces API culture. 🏮🎎 And the visuals? Kick-ass! Each detail demands appreciation. For a film blending fun, family, culture, and stunning visuals, Tiger's Apprentice…

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March 7, 2024

Actress Approach for Mental Health on Booth

In the calm of a recording booth, a unique magic unfolds. 🎙️✨ Here, voice meets character in serene harmony. 🗣️💫 For Tan Kheng Hua solitude is both work necessity and mental sanctuary, showcasing the creative power of introversion. 🎭🤫 Let's appreciate introverts, finding strength in silence, reminding us mental health…

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March 6, 2024

What It's Like Portraying Tom from Tiger's Apprentice

Brandon's portrayal of Tom in The Tiger's Apprentice wasn't just acting; it was a transformative journey of personal growth. 🎭✨ Immersed in the role for 3 years, he evolved alongside Tom, forming deep connections with the creative team. 👥🎨 The experience blurred the lines between actor and character, resulting in…

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March 5, 2024

What I've Learned So Far as Matchmaker

In matchmaking, each interaction teaches and connects. Cassindy Chao, an experienced matchmaker, finds her profession a journey of self-discovery. She approaches clients and stories with openness, letting go of judgments. Kindness, she learned, matters greatly - to others and to herself. 💖 Counteracting self-criticism with self-love, she sets a powerful…

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March 4, 2024

When to Give a Little Push in Dating

A matchmaker's impact goes beyond setting up dates. 💘 Take the case of a controlling doctor who hesitated about house hunting with her partner. 🏡💼 As a matchmaker, I nudged her to take the leap, and now they're happily married. 💑💍 It's about guiding people to see beyond their blind…

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March 3, 2024

You Must Watch This Before Dating

Family, the cornerstone of our lives, often shapes your relationships without you noticing. In matchmaking, especially with Asian American clients, understanding family dynamics is crucial. Patterns, like anxiety from controlling parents, can transfer through generations, impacting relationships. Societal pressures may keep incompatible parents together, influencing children's views on relationships. Cassindy…

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March 2, 2024

Matchmaker's Tip For Finding Your Soulmate

In the realm of love, checklists often dictate partner preferences. In the book Ancient Wisdom, Modern Love: Chinese Wisdom for Dating Success, Cassindy Chao explores guiding principles. Yet, rigid expectations pose challenges. Many seek a unicorn partner—high-earning and intellectually stimulating—forgetting compatibility. Being open is sometimes scary but crucial, unexpected dates…

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March 1, 2024

Here's What a Matchmaker Date Is Like

In the dating world, first impressions matter. But what if you haven't dated in over 20 years? Enter the matchmaker, adept at understanding human connection and the importance of a first date. For example, bridging the gap between a career woman and an artistic man requires creativity and research. Instead…

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Feb. 29, 2024

Secret To Win Peoples' Trust From a Matchmaker

Cassindy Chao talked a bit on the Color of Success podcast about how she wins her clients' trust. When clients enter my office, they carry expectations and barriers hindering connection. Building rapport isn't quick; it requires time, energy, and attentive listening. Remembering details, taking notes, and gradually uncovering insights define…

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Feb. 28, 2024

This Is Way Better Than Online Dating

Matchmaking is more than just pairing two people; it's understanding each individual's puzzle. In a world of online dating, it's about easing first-date anxiety and fostering curiosity about the matchmaker's choice. It involves nudging clients out of comfort zones to embrace potential joy and laughter. In the end, matchmaking is…

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Feb. 27, 2024

Why I Ditched Banking for Matchmaking

Cassindy Chao spoke a bit about her transition from banking to matchmaking on The Color of Success podcast. 🏦 She was seen as a token hire and the pressure was immense. The misconception that Asians excel in numbers was hard to shake, despite her hating numbers. Transitioning into matchmaking was…

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Feb. 26, 2024

How I Fell In Love With Matchmaking

Becoming a matchmaker is a unique journey often overlooked. It diverges from traditional career paths and societal expectations. For Cassindy Chao, it began with a chance encounter at a college party, leading to a passion sparked by a blind date. 🥂🎉 Volunteering at the Asian Association Blind Date Semi-Formal, she…

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Feb. 25, 2024

#1 Hack To Boost Your Business

Justin Phan, real estate specialist, told about how in the early stages of his career, he found himself grappling with the art of communication. 🎭 His natural inclination was to keep his thoughts and feelings to himself, a trait that his friends and spouse often pointed out. However, as he…

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Feb. 24, 2024

How To Balance Work And Family Life

In the hustle of life, it's easy to lose sight of what truly matters. 🏮 Real estate specialist Justin Phan spoke about how he dealt with balancing his work-life. His days were filled with endless tasks, from communicating with tenants to scrutinizing deals, his work-life balance was virtually non-existent. 📊…

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Feb. 23, 2024

From Vietnam to Houston Living the American Dream

Justin Phan, real estate specialist, talked about his grandparents' journey from Vietnam to America, on the Colour of Success podcast, and how it epitomizes the American dream. Despite success back home, they had to sell everything due to the war, arriving in Houston with sheer determination. Initially working odd jobs,…

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