Ethnicity

As a high school student navigating the complexities of being an Asian American teenager, I've thought about this a lot. The model minority myth, often seen as a badge of honor, casts a long and complicated shadow over our experiences. Today, I want to share a more reflective analysis of how this stereotype affects us, moving beyond frustration to a deeper understanding of its implications. The myth suggests that all Asian Americans are academically gifted, quiet and submissive, and forever foreigners in our own country. While it might seem flattering to be associated with success, the reality is far more…