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I needed to release this episode to help bring some love, kindness, and support for and to Asian men.

Talk with Donuts Podcast Episode 3: Why Asian Men Are Sexy

November 12, 2021November 12, 2021Asian American TopicsAsian, AsianAmericanIdentity, AsianAmericanTopics, asianmen, brandonsoohoo, danieldaekim, gongyoo, hotasianmen, phum, ryanhiga, sexyasianmen, shangchi, simuliu, squidgame, tonyleung, vinhnguyen, yoshisudarso

Growing up, I was always confused, repulsed, and angry at the messages that Hollywood was pushing out, portraying to, and telling me about Asian men's sexuality and physical attraction. I was raised in a predominantly-Asian and Hispanic community and was surrounded by good-looking and sexy Asian (and Hispanic) men on a daily basis. That, paired with the stars I saw on YouTube back in the day, made me feel like I needed to release this episode to help bring some love, kindness, and support for and to Asian men. So let's open up this conversation and talk! DISCLAIMER: This episode's

Languages–all of them besides English are equally beautiful. All of them are. They are a unique way for groups of people to express themselves and communicate with others. But in a country like America where the dominant culture and language is Western and English, and as an Asian American girl who is still craving more representation of someone who looks, speaks, and is like me–I want more Korean lyrics.

Why English Should Not be America’s Official Language

October 6, 2021October 19, 2021Asian American Topicsamericasofficiallanguage, Asian, AsianAmerican, AsianAmericanIdentity, asianamericans, AsianAmericanTopics, AsianIdentity, bts, coldplay, english, hangeul, korean, koreanhangeul, koreanhangul, koreanlanguage, language, myuniverse, officiallanguage, representation, validation

No, I get it. I know that that title alone will get me in the hot seat. But hear me out first before you burn me at the stake. Disclaimer: The cover image used for this blog post is from Pinterest. While we're on the subject, all images, videos, and media used in this post do NOT belong to me and are from linked sources. I am only using them for entertainment and discussion purposes. Recently, a great song was released by two well-known bands--one that has been in the industry for so long and has repeatedly proven their talent

You are like a plant. And the environment a plant grows up in is extremely essential for its growth and health. Who and what you surround yourself with, immerse yourself in, and/or allow to be present in your life affects your health.

How to Love Yourself (Part 4)

July 1, 2021November 18, 2021Loveenvironment, happiness, love, loveyourself, positivity, relationships, selfcare, selfcompassion, selfconfidence, selflove, selfrespect, toxicity

Welcome back to another discussion for the "How to Love Yourself" blog series. In Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3 of the "How to Love Yourself" blog series, we talked about: The importance of confidence and attitudeThe need to have a mental chantSpeaking to the mirror at least twice a dayOwning a Love JournalCreating a Before and After List for and about YOUFinding people you respect and aspire to beHaving goals, passions, and hobbiesHaving a list of accomplishmentsThe importance of working out and how to effectively do soEnjoy Alone Time. Have Some Adventures on Your Own.Pay Attention to YourselfMake

He uploaded amazing content (he still does!); made Asian Americans feel visible somewhere in the world; and represented the Asian American community beyond just the typical stereotypes of back then.

Asian Spotlight: Meet Ryan Higa AKA nigahiga

April 30, 2021October 4, 2021Asian American TopicsAsianAmerican, asianamericanman, asianamericanmen, asianamericans, challenges, comedian, comedy, dearryan, japaneseamerican, japaneseamericans, nigahiga, ryanhiga, sketch, skits, youtube

So I have a special announcement to make! This post will be Talk with Donut's 50th blog post!!! Wow, we've come a long way. And to celebrate it, I am going to talk about someone special. Now, I've already talked about two Korean American men, Kevin Taejin Krieder and Daniel Dae Kim. Today, though, I will cover a Japanese American man. This Asian American man really needs no introduction though. Everyone should know who he is (unless you were born in the late 2000s or 2010s decade) because he was the OG of YouTube back when that video sharing platform

When she was 16, she moved from Hawaii to Los Angeles, California with her mother, where they struggled to pay for basic necessities…This was where she also started her journey with The Lab Dance group…Her skills and passion as well as her difficult upbringing caught the attention of her dance directors who would tell her, “Don’t worry. Your time’s coming.”

Asian Spotlight: Meet Sienna Lalau

March 3, 2021September 30, 2021Asian American Topicsasianamericans, AsianAmericanTopics, asianamericanwomen, samoanamerican, samoanamericanwomen, siennalalau

Guys, have you ever met Sienna Lalau? Well, if you have not, today's Asian Spotlight will be on her! If you have met her though, I'm insanely envious of you! Now, who exactly is Sienna Lalau? Uh, why, one of the youngest, most talented, and most creative dance choreographers out there right now, of course! Her Collaboration with the hottest South Korean boy band in the world: BTS And why am I head-over-heels for her? Well, have any of you guys ever heard of the global phenomenon, BTS? Yes, the seven-member South Korean boy band group who are basically taking

This man is truly phenomenal in so many ways and I would like to say we are truly blessed to have him represent us with his talents, skills, knowledge, heart, and yes, even looks.

Asian Spotlight: Meet Daniel Dae Kim

February 22, 2021March 19, 2021Asian American Topicsasianamericanmen, AsianAmericanTopics, danieldaekim, koreaamericanmen, KoreanAmerican, rayaandthelastdragon, sexyasianamericanmen

DISCLAIMER: the cover image for this post does NOT belong to me. It is taken from IMDB and is only used here for entertainment and discussion purposes. Who is Daniel Dae Kim? Um, why, one of the sexiest and most prominent Asian male faces in Hollywood, of course! Background Born on August 4th, 1968 in Busan, South Korea, this sexy hunk moved to America when he was only a year old and has been active in the film industry for almost 30 years! And that time has not been for nothing. Accomplishing several amazing feats, such as being one of

You have to establish a healthy relationship with yourself first before you can cultivate healthy ones with others.

How to Love Yourself (Part 3)

February 15, 2021November 18, 2021Love

In Part 1 and Part 2 of the "How to Love Yourself" blog series, we talked about: The importance of confidence and attitudeThe need to have a mental chantSpeaking to the mirror at least twice a dayOwning a Love JournalCreating a Before and After List for and about YOUFinding people you respect and aspire to beHaving goals, passions, and hobbiesHaving a list of accomplishmentsThe importance of working out and how to effectively do so Today, we’re going to continue the “Put It Into Actions” section of the How to Love Yourself blog series. 10. Enjoy Alone Time. Have Some Adventures

Guys, please meet Sarah Faith Griffiths, professionally and more known as Griff. Born on January 21, 2001, she to a Jamaican father and Chinese mother, she is still young, but incredibly talented and wise.

Asian Spotlight: Meet Griff

February 4, 2021September 30, 2021Asian American TopicsAsian, asianmusic, asiantalent, asianwomen, griff

DISCLAIMER: The cover image for this post does NOT belong to me. It is from BBC Entertainment and is only used in this post for entertainment and discussion purposes. One of the things I wanted growing up was to see more faces like mine in the mainstream media. And now, in 2021, I am so moved and ecstatic to see so many Asians breaking through in the mainstream media, reality realm, and yes, now in music. That is why I am so happy to introduce another beautiful Asian face to my blog series, Asian Spotlight. Guys, please meet Sarah Faith Griffiths, professionally

A down to earth and real guy who is friendly, mature, and considerate, I really connected with him on Bling Empire.

Asian Spotlight: Meet Kevin Taejin Kreider

January 27, 2021September 30, 2021Asian American TopicsAsian, AsianAmerican, AsianAmericanIdentity, AsianAmericanTopics, asianmen, asianrepresentation, asianspotlight, BlingEmpire, hotasianmen, kevinkrieder, kevintaejinkrieder, KoreanAdoptee, KoreanAmerican, TheUglyModel

DISCLAIMER: The cover image for this post does NOT belong to me. It is from The Global Coverage and is only used in this post for entertainment and discussion purposes. Don't you ever tell me Asian guys are NOT sexy. As an Asian American woman, one of the fastest ways to have me rolling my eyes, piss me off, and get me to hate you is to say that "Asian men are not sexy." Therefore, in an attempt to combat the racist, misinformed, ignorant, and decades-long stereotypes the media has placed onto Asian men as a group, I will now

Watch out for the influences that your own imagination and expectations will have on your dating journey; be aware and on the lookout for the disparities of what you have in your mind versus what’s actually present and happening in reality.

The 75+ Lessons You Should Know Before Dating (Part 10)

January 3, 2021June 9, 2021Lovedate, dating, datingadvice, datingtips, love, relationshipadvice, relationships

Welcome back to another blog post about dating! Today, we will talk about the process of getting to know someone and what you should be aware of (or look out for) as you date. So you are not overwhelmed, the list of lessons we have already discussed and covered in previous blogs is accessible here. 67. Expect Rejection; Don’t Think Every Date Will Go Well Drop the need to always win, succeed, or never get rejected. If a date doesn't go well, do not take it personally. Don't go into a date thinking that if the person doesn't like you,