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 134: [Step 7] Grades Don’t Equal Brilliance — Rewriting Success as an Asian American Mom & Coach
F*ck Saving Face
21 minutes
10 months ago
Episode 134: [Step 7] Grades Don’t Equal Brilliance — Rewriting Success as an Asian American Mom & Coach
In this heart-opening episode, Judy Tsuei dives deep into the journey of embracing her neurodivergence, parenting with purpose, and breaking free from the perfection-driven mindset ingrained in many Asian American households. From learning to celebrate milestones (big and small) to redefining success beyond traditional metrics like grades and degrees, Judy shares powerful insights on raising a resourceful, self-aware child while healing her inner world.Listen in as Judy reflects on:Her l...
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...
