In this episode, Susan Lieu shares her journey as a Vietnamese American storyteller focused on intergenerational healing. She discusses her memoir, 'The Manicurist's Daughter,' which explores her mother's tragic death and the impact of trauma on family dynamics. The conversation delves into the complexities of cultural identity, the role of art in healing, and the challenges of navigating family expectations. Susan emphasizes the importance of vulnerability, emotional intimacy, and the need t...
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In this episode, Susan Lieu shares her journey as a Vietnamese American storyteller focused on intergenerational healing. She discusses her memoir, 'The Manicurist's Daughter,' which explores her mother's tragic death and the impact of trauma on family dynamics. The conversation delves into the complexities of cultural identity, the role of art in healing, and the challenges of navigating family expectations. Susan emphasizes the importance of vulnerability, emotional intimacy, and the need t...
Episode 130: [Step 5] Embracing Pleasure Without Guilt
F*ck Saving Face
14 minutes
11 months ago
Episode 130: [Step 5] Embracing Pleasure Without Guilt
In this powerful episode of F*ck Saving Face, Judy Tsuei dives deep into Step 5 of her upcoming book, How to Disappoint Your Parents in 10 Shameless Steps: A Modern Asian American Guide. This chapter challenges cultural taboos around sexuality, self-care, and pleasure, offering a raw, vulnerable exploration of how these topics intersect with personal identity and family dynamics. Judy opens up about her own experiences, reflecting on how intergenerational trauma shapes our understanding of se...
F*ck Saving Face
In this episode, Susan Lieu shares her journey as a Vietnamese American storyteller focused on intergenerational healing. She discusses her memoir, 'The Manicurist's Daughter,' which explores her mother's tragic death and the impact of trauma on family dynamics. The conversation delves into the complexities of cultural identity, the role of art in healing, and the challenges of navigating family expectations. Susan emphasizes the importance of vulnerability, emotional intimacy, and the need t...
