The tao of self-confidence : a guide to moving beyond trauma and awakening the leader within / Sheena Yap Chan.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Chan, Sheena Yap, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Leadership in women.

Asian American women.

Self-confidence.

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Place of Publication:

Hoboken, New Jersey : Wiley, [2023]

Summary:

"In 2021, women represented 54.3% of the US workforce but only held 35% of senior leadership positions. Of that percentage, only 2.7% of Asian women were seen in management roles. While there have been great leaps for women in the workplace in the last decade, women of color still fall behind. The Tao of Self-Confidence book sets a foundation to help Asian Women start being seen as leaders in work and life rather than by our stereotypes. In order to move forward with true confidence, we must learn the lessons our challenges have taught us and heal our trauma. With an honest and vulnerable approach, Yap Chan discusses and explores the specific challenges our community faces, historically and now in the midst of the pandemic, intergenerational and historical trauma, false stories we tell ourselves, and how we can rise above stereotypes. We'll tap into our inner joy, celebrate our authentic self, and awaken the leader within."-- Provided by publisher.

Contents:

Cover

Title Page

Copyright Page

Contents

Introduction: The State of Asian Women

Chapter 1 The Model Minority Myth and How That Affects Us

History of the Term "Model Minority"

The Danger of the Myth

The Model Minority Myth and Mental Health

Chapter 2 The Challenges Asian Women Still Face

The "Submissive" Stereotype

The Hypersexualized Stereotype

The Yellow Peril Stereotype

"Yellow Fever" Fetishization

Representation of Asian Women in Hollywood

The Representation of Asian Women in Mainstream Media

Lack of Asian Women Leadership Representation in Other Industries

The Pressure to Get Married

The Need for Perfection

Fear of Failure

The Asian American Closet

The Beauty Standards of Asian Women

The Confidence Gap

The Inequality Asian Women Face

Chapter 3 Intergenerational Trauma and Why We Need to Talk About It

How Intergenerational Trauma Shows Up for Asian Women

The Centuries of Intergenerational Trauma for Asian Women

Hollywood Representation Tackling Intergenerational Trauma

Turning Red

Umma

The Joy Luck Club

Chapter 4 How to Unlock Our Traumas

What Is Trauma?

Childhood Trauma

PTSD

Sexual Violence

War and Conflict

Natural Disasters

Intimate Partner Violence

Racial Trauma

Money Trauma

Cultural Trauma

How to Unlock Your Traumas

Chapter 5 The Journey to Healing

Open Your Chakras

Take Care of Your Mental Well-being

K-dramas

Move to Heaven

Sky Castle

It's Okay Not to Be Okay

Seek Professional Help

Chapter 6 The Journey to Self-Love

Self-Care Is Essential

Self-Love Practices

Affirmations

Loving Mirror Exercise

Give Yourself Permission

Become Your Own Best Friend

Set Boundaries

Let Go of What Others Say About You

Ask for Help and/or Support

A Study in Self-Love.

Chapter 7 The Power of Self-Confidence

What Is Self-Confidence?

Three Steps to Building Self-Confidence

Step 1-Believe in Yourself

Step 2-Educate Yourself

Step 3-Take Action

Have a Purpose

Face Your Fears

The 51% Rule

What Is Your Confidence Color?

The Art of Asking Questions

Learning from the "Nos"

Keep Moving Forward

Don't Wait for the Perfect Moment

Let Go of What Others Think of You

Celebrate Every Win

Practice Makes Progress

Make the First Move

Ask for Help

Chapter 8 The Future of Asian Women in Leadership

Kamala Harris

Kim Ng

Wave (Marvel Superhero)

Janet Yang

Sandra Oh

BLACKPINK

Savitri Jindal

Rosa Saito

Conclusion: Words for Your Self-Confidence Journey

Notes

Resource List

Acknowledgments

About the Author

Index

EULA.

Notes:

OCLC-licensed vendor bibliographic record.

Includes index.

ISBN:

9781394166589

1394166583

9781394166596

1394166591

OCLC:

1358757787