Cultural Appropriation Unveiled
Ling shares her journey of exploring the intersection of wellness and cultural appropriation, shedding light on the alarming practices within the beauty industry. She reflects on the horror of discovering the exploitation of animal resources for beauty treatments while emphasizing the importance of understanding and preserving our ecosystems. The conversation also delves into the challenges of being a cultural representative in a predominantly white clientele space, highlighting the complexities of identity and appropriation in wellness culture.In this clip
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