*Note: Additional information will be sent to you via email after registering.
More Details:
For anyone 21+ who identifies or has identified as a Hmong daughter-in-law.
Group size is a max of 7 members (not including the group facilitator).
Limited spots are available to allow for capacity to explore, discover, and support each other.
In-person at the Allkind space by Loring Park.
Water, tea, and coffee provided.
Group Expectations:
Be respectful of each member, their experiences, and how they show up.
Everyone will have an opportunity to share.
Anyone can pass if they don’t want to share.
Everything shared within the group is private & confidential and shall not be shared with anyone outside of the group.
Anyone can step away or leave a discussion at any time.
Intention:
To create community and provide compassionate support for one another.
To practice mindful living and work on self-love.
Role of support group:
A safe space to share experiences
A peer group offering support, encouragement, and comfort
A space where members can get information that’s practical, constructive, and helpful
What can a support group do for you?
Hearing others’ stories can make you feel less alone
Learn better coping skills
Help develop growth through shared experiences
Focus on self-care
Encouragement with difficult experiences
Instill hope
Common misconceptions about support groups:
If I join a support group, then it means I have a mental health disorder.
Joining a support group does not mean you have a mental health disorder. We all have challenges in life where we may not know who to turn to. This is a peer group consisting of members with similar experiences to give you support and encouragement.
A support group can’t help me.
A support group will not fix your problems. However, it can help with providing a safe, non-judgmental environment in which you can share your experiences, get support while working through a tough issue, and/or find insight.
I have to share my story.
No one is required to share. You may choose to speak (or not) as you are comfortable.
No one will understand me.
It can feel isolating when you don’t think anyone understands you. You are not alone in feeling this way. We are all individuals with unique experiences. Despite our differences, we have an amazing ability to connect with others. Sometimes it takes finding the right people to feel supported.
Other members will judge and criticize me.
A support group has boundaries and requires each member to respect and show empathy toward one another.
I’ll feel worse after participating in a support group.
It’s possible it may feel worse after sharing a difficult experience because we are reminded of the pain. However, the act of vocalizing and sharing can be cathartic. Generally, most people feel more uplifted after attending a support group.
Content guidance:
Discussion topics are always open to what feels urgent or alive in the group. Some discussions may be sensitive and emotionally challenging to some individuals. Please feel empowered to step away or leave a discussion as you need and take care of yourself.