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Immigrant experiences influence family dynamics from "summary" of Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner
The immigrant experience is like a thread that weaves through the fabric of family dynamics, shaping relationships and interactions in ways that are both subtle and profound. In "Crying in H Mart," Michelle Zauner explores how her own experiences as a Korean American have influenced the dynamics within her family over the years. Growing up in a household where her mother spoke mostly Korean, Zauner found herself straddling two worlds - the Korean culture of her heritage and the American culture of her upbringing. This duality brought with it a sense of displacement and a longing to belong, as Zauner grappled with the expectations and traditions of her family while also trying to find her own identity. As Zauner reflects on her childhood and adolescence, she delves into the ways in which her mother's immigrant experience shaped their relationship. The struggles and sacrifices her mother faced as sh...
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