Often, domestic violence is simplified into the dichotomy of 'perpetrator and victim,' but it usually conceals complex emotions and social pressures. Ah Keung's story, along with four songs intertwined with his life, attempts to understand how a man loses control under pressure and how he embarks on a path of awakening.
'Silent Endurance' describes how traditional male roles require them to 'bear their suffering in silence.' Men like Ah Keung, who are manual laborers, are accustomed to using actions instead of communication. However, when economic pressures explode, accumulated emotions may turn into verbal or physical violence against family members.
"Under economic pressure, it is easy to fall into cognitive distortions."
Dr. Chui believes that, in addition to silent endurance, individuals like Ah Keung and many others in society, especially men, easily fall into another mental trap under economic pressure. They mistakenly attribute the decline in income to personal failure, resulting in intense feelings of inferiority and shame. In reality, the decrease in income is primarily due to uncontrollable external factors, which is unfortunate but not a failure.
After the violence occurred, Ah Keung joined the Harmony House 'Batterer Intervention Program.' Through counseling, he learned to identify emotional triggers, such as 'leaving the scene to cool down when his wife criticizes him.' After individual and group counseling, Ah Keung recognized his emotional triggers and learned non-violent communication methods, hoping to repair his relationship with his wife and maintain their family.
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At 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐲 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞, we offer a variety of corporate packages and talks tailored to raise awareness and foster meaningful change.
We warmly welcome inquiries—please don’t hesitate to contact us for more details on how your organization can contribute.
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