In this thought-provoking episode, Trista and Yaoyao engage in a heartfelt conversation about their shared experiences growing up in Taiwan and attending school in the Taiwanese education system. They delve into the profound influence of parental expectations and Asian cultural norms, particularly the immense focus on grades and academic achievement. Trista and Yaoyao shed light on the prevalence of cram schools in Taiwan, where children often spend additional hours after regular school to further their academic pursuits. As they reminisce about their childhood, they also explore the shift in parental priorities during middle school, with a greater emphasis on academic success over extracurricular activities. The hosts then delve into the topic of parenting their own children in the United States, drawing comparisons to the approaches of their parents in Taiwan. Join Trista and Yaoyao as they share their perspectives on bridging the gap between two distinct educational systems and finding a balance between academic excellence and holistic development for their own children.

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