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Episode 50 - Raising Kids Who Care with Susy Lee

Christine Sine

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In this engaging conversation, Christine Sine interviews Susy Lee whose eclectic background, experiences, and eventual embrace of family life led her to write her book, "Raising Kids Who Care." The book aims to foster meaningful conversations within families about important social issues, encouraging children to be active participants in the world rather than passive observers. Susy emphasizes the importance of community living and how it enriches relationships, particularly for men who often struggle with social connections post-retirement. 'Raising Kids Who Care' is designed to facilitate conversations about character, consumerism, and the impact of technology on children. Susy shares anecdotes about families who have successfully engaged in these conversations, highlighting the transformative power of open dialogue. 

Outtakes:

  • 'I realized families are not in talking about this important stuff.'
  • 'The main goal of the book really is to get families talking about stuff that matters.'
  • 'If we're not intentional about what we want for our family, the world is going to be.'
  • 'We need to find ways to give >children< something to do about the things that are wrong.'

Susy Lee is an international prize winning author, receiving Best Indie, Royal Dragonfly and Feathered Quill Book Awards for 'Raising Kids Who Care'. An award-winning and eternal student, Susy Lee majored in psychology and has a master’s degree in Peace and Conflict Studies. This helped her consider how parenting and wealth equity play roles in social cohesion. Her eclectic career twirls around the twin themes of social justice and children. It has included state and national consultancy roles with children and families, international aid and development, and advocacy. Susy has lectured at universities and run conference workshops for parents and families. She lives a bike ride from the beach in Sydney, Australia, dances whenever music plays and has raised two caring sons with her generous husband, Brian. 

More about Susy and her book can be found at the Raising Kids Who Care website

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