The Truth I Never Told: Abortion, Shame, and Speaking Up

Sara Jane Ho

Sara Jane Ho

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What if telling your truth isn’t shameful—but sacred? In this deeply personal episode, Sara Jane Ho opens up for the first time about her own abortion—and why she stayed silent for so long. From cultural expectations to spiritual healing, she takes us inside her journey of loss, shame, and ultimately, reclamation.

She dives into:
—Why she felt she had to hide her abortion for a decade
—How Confucian values and Hong Kong society pressures shaped her silence
—The emotional and spiritual aftermath that no one talks about
—How the final stage of healing is using what happened to you to help other people

This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt alone in their choice—and is ready to be seen.

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About the Pod
Hosted by author, Netflix host and global etiquette expert Sara Jane Ho, Mind Your Manners is your guide to navigating life’s messy moments with confidence, grace, and just the right amount of sass. Each week, Sara sits down with celebrities, experts, and everyday etiquette rebels to talk about everything from social slip-ups to self-respect.