S04E04 - Can't Touch This: Why We Don't Hug our Parents

Shoes Off

22-12-2021 • 34 mins

Are your parents awkward with hugs? Do you find yourself more comfortable greeting people at a distance, rather than a kiss on the cheek? It's fairly common for a lot of Asian parents to not express their affections physically. Why is this the case? What does it mean for us who grew up in a culture that is more physically affectionate? And what can we learn from each other?

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