Humble Beginnings: Honoring My Family's Journey

Let’s Talk Family Journey

Cat talks about an out of character decision she recently made in which she hid the truth about where she came from out of fear of being judged. She uncovers her feelings on her family’s humble means and having had the opportunity to prosper in the U.S. because of their sacrifices. Although not one of her proudest moments, she turned this into a lifelong lesson and hopes to plant a seed of pride in anyone who finds themselves in a similar situation.

Quote of the Week: "We are who we are because they were who they were"-unknown

Episode Highlights

"This is where my history is. This is where the history of my family in the U.S is."

"Why should I be ashamed of it? Because society says that this is where the misfits, the dropouts, and the poor people live? So I shouldn't acknowledge that this is where my roots are?"