Sometimes, cycle breakers may have a difficult time saying no, especially if they come from a collectivist culture or maybe you recently became aware of the heavy load you have been carrying. Collectivist cultures teach us that family needs come before our own. There may be pressure to sacrifice and do good for the family, despite our own needs and values. In collectivist cultures, where community harmony is highly valued, cycle breakers may find themselves trapped in patterns of pleasing others at the expense of their own well-being or maybe you find yourself striving for perfection to exceed family expectations. There are so many layers to a collectivist culture that can chisel away at your sense of identity.

When was the last time you challenged traditional or harmful beliefs and behaviors within your family system? Do you know who you are without the voice of your family? Do you find yourself wearing a mask and hiding your true identity to avoid conflict within your family? Do you feel a sense of responsibility to break the cycle of dysfunction? If you are unsure if family or cultural expectations are causing internal turmoil, take the free cultural impact assessment. If any of these questions touched a tender part of you and you are ready to look inward, let’s connect.