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How the Death of My Sex Ideals Led to the Birth of My Child
Asian Culture

How I Stopped Using Sex as a Weapon When We Started Trying For A Baby (5-minute read)

When we started trying to conceive, I stopped using sex as a weapon. The journey helped me create a family and more intimacy in my marriage. My parents never talked about sex They barely showed physical affection towards each other; and when they did, my dad was always the one who Read more…

By sumonsleeve, 4 yearsAugust 19, 2021 ago
5 Reasons I Exercise and Eat Well That Aren't Related To Weight Loss
Asian Culture

5 Reasons I Exercise and Eat Well That Aren’t Related To Weight Loss (7-minute read)

What I look like is the least of my concerns if I’m not happy. Here are 5 reasons I exercise and eat well that aren’t related to how I look: The feeling after a short and sweet trip to the bathroom… I’ve struggled to love myself for most of my life Read more…

By sumonsleeve, 4 yearsJune 21, 2021 ago
3 Toxic Myths About Body Positivity That I Used To Believe In
Asian Culture

3 Toxic Myths About Body Positivity That I Used To Believe In (4-minute read)

“I have to lose weight in order to love myself.” Feeling good and looking good are different things. No one told me what body positivity was until I debunked these toxic myths. Growing up, I struggled to love myself. From social pressures, the media to overly critical family members who constantly Read more…

By sumonsleeve, 4 yearsJune 16, 2021 ago
Jane Fang Authentic Energy
Asian Culture

How This Asian Woman Entrepreneur is Transforming Lives and Staying True to Her Culture (4-Minute Read)

From Healthy Jane To Authentic Energy: An interview with Jane Fang, Wellness Coach, Authentic Energy Those stubborn 5-10 pounds, that unsightly muffin top, non-existent thigh gap, saggy butt or flabby arms… When we step out of the shower, catch ourselves in the mirror, and see our bodies in raw form, Read more…

By sumonsleeve, 6 yearsJune 21, 2019 ago
Asian Culture

Getting To Know Our Vaginas By Doing A 28-Day Kegel Challenge

Let’s get comfortable talking about our vaginas, breaking through taboos and redefining how we think about women’s health Vagina. Kegels. Vulva. Clitoris. Labia. Female genitalia. How do you feel when you hear these words? Skirmish? Icky? Giggly? Growing up as an Asian Canadian Growing up as an Asian Canadian, talking about Read more…

By sumonsleeve, 6 yearsMay 9, 2019 ago
women period
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How Teaching Your Husband or Boyfriend About Your Period Can Make Your Relationship Better (3 minute read)

The men in our lives, our boyfriends, friends, husbands, brothers, fathers will never understand what getting a period feels like. I hate being a woman sometimes because I get periods. I menstruate; I bleed every month for several days on end. **Click Below To Listen** I’ve been doing this for Read more…

By sumonsleeve, 8 yearsSeptember 8, 2017 ago
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Katharine Chan has over a decade of experience working in healthcare. She’s worked in emergency health services, mental health, women’s health, facilitating, coaching, and promoting honest conversations among healthcare leaders to enable organizational change. She’s passionate about putting words to her feelings despite growing up in a culture that hides them. She empowers others by teaching them how to love themselves, embracing their culture and improving relationships.

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