Your Cultural Identity Will Shift: Lens 4 Caribbean Diaspora Experience Model (CDEM)
Tue Feb 03 2026
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What if you’re not losing your culture, just carrying it differently? In this solo episode, I unpack cultural evolution, identity shifts, and why growth is essential to preservation.
Topics Covered
Aging and cultural relevance in the diasporaFrom consuming culture to preserving itCultural guilt and letting it goThe role of elders, adults, and youth in cultural continuityKey Takeaways
Cultural evolution does not equal cultural disconnectionDifferent life stages naturally emphasize different cultural anchorsDepth of understanding often increases even as participation changesHow you express identity shifts based on context, safety, and life stageLinks & Resources
Caribbean Diaspora Experience ModelLens 1: Where You Start Shapes the JourneyLens 2: Where You Live + What You Seek = How You Connect Lens 3: Cultural Anchors Keep Us Rooted
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Send us a text What if you’re not losing your culture, just carrying it differently? In this solo episode, I unpack cultural evolution, identity shifts, and why growth is essential to preservation. Topics Covered Aging and cultural relevance in the diasporaFrom consuming culture to preserving itCultural guilt and letting it goThe role of elders, adults, and youth in cultural continuityKey Takeaways Cultural evolution does not equal cultural disconnectionDifferent life stages naturally emphasize different cultural anchorsDepth of understanding often increases even as participation changesHow you express identity shifts based on context, safety, and life stageLinks & Resources Caribbean Diaspora Experience ModelLens 1: Where You Start Shapes the JourneyLens 2: Where You Live + What You Seek = How You Connect Lens 3: Cultural Anchors Keep Us Rooted Subscribe to the Newsletter Support How to Support Carry On Friends Donate: If you believe in our mission and want to help amplify Caribbean voices, consider making a donation. Get Merch: Support Carry On Friends by purchasing merchandise from our store. Connect with @carryonfriends - Instagram | Facebook | YouTube A Breadfruit Media Production