In our FINAL episode of this season, we're exploring: What is body shaming, and is it a toxic Filipino trait? We've all been asked about our weight at some point in our lives - most times, at a Filipino party. Sapphire Sandalo explores how toxic Filipino beauty standards are upheld conversation with our Filipino American families and their effect on our mental health.
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0:00 - Is Body Shaming a Toxic Filipino Trait?
0:57 - Filipino American’s History with Filipino Beauty Standards
2:04 - Filipino musicians Lea Salonga and AJ Rafael talk about Fat Shaming
3:34 - Why is fat-shaming so ingrained into Filipino culture?
4:36 - Mental Health in Filipino American families
5:20 - Breaking the cycle of Body Shaming
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