Family life is busy, filled with daily lunches, homework, and after school activities dominating.
School holidays are the highlights.
But there are also influences like video games, advertising, fashionable clothing,
and the right things to say on socials, so that kids can be cool.
Before you know it, kids are learning about who they are from the internet
and ‘developing character’ has been forgotten.
And anxiety and depression are at an all-time high.
Kids are more likely to want fame and fortune than friendship.
Life feels like it’s getting a bit out of control and the thought of the teenage years are scary.
When we grew up, families didn’t talk much about important stuff – we were left to figure it out.
But we can’t afford to leave them to it now.
If we don’t teach our kids about life, the internet will.
All it takes is a little intentionality, to make sure we don’t miss the important stuff.
Have a conversation about:
building good friendships
what happiness really is
gratitude and purpose
being part of the solution to all manner of problems
Let’s help our kids become active contributors to the world,
rather than just passive observers.
School holidays are the highlights.
But there are also influences like video games, advertising, fashionable clothing,
and the right things to say on socials, so that kids can be cool.
Before you know it, kids are learning about who they are from the internet
and ‘developing character’ has been forgotten.
And anxiety and depression are at an all-time high.
Kids are more likely to want fame and fortune than friendship.
Life feels like it’s getting a bit out of control and the thought of the teenage years are scary.
When we grew up, families didn’t talk much about important stuff – we were left to figure it out.
But we can’t afford to leave them to it now.
If we don’t teach our kids about life, the internet will.
All it takes is a little intentionality, to make sure we don’t miss the important stuff.
Have a conversation about:
building good friendships
what happiness really is
gratitude and purpose
being part of the solution to all manner of problems
Let’s help our kids become active contributors to the world,
rather than just passive observers.
Don't Miss Talking About These Four Big Areas of Life:
We are all of course holistic, not-completely-rational people, but there are four important areas we don’t want to miss talking to our kids about.
We are all of course holistic, not-completely-rational people, but there are four important areas we don’t want to miss talking to our kids about.
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Relationships
Listening, managing conflict and forgiveness skills to build good heart relationships 
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Culture
Awareness of cultural influences like consumerism and technology for clear and focused minds 
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Inner Selves
Character traits like wisdom, generosity, and courage to strengthen your child’s life journey 
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World
Purpose in life by contributing and caring for causes in the world – be inspired that we CAN make a difference! 
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Inside the International Prize-Winning Book: Raising Kids Who Care: Practical conversations for exploring stuff that matters, together!
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Best Indie Book Awards Winner Feathered Quill Book Awards Finalist Royal Dragonfly Book Awards Winner Christian Indie Publishers Award Finalist Shortlisted Australian Christian Book of the Year Publishers Weekly grade: 10/10 “highly practical parenting resource offers unique tools for the whole family to take part in.” In the hands of 2800 families. Susy has spoken at conferences, in churches and on podcasts - to parents and families. |
Changing the world, one family at a time, with themed and structured conversations - together.
Each conversation in the book is researched and simplified so the kids can lead.
Each conversation follows the same outline - as if you were going on a journey!
Don’t try to make your kids happy, show them how to be generators of happiness!
Each conversation in the book is researched and simplified so the kids can lead.
Each conversation follows the same outline - as if you were going on a journey!
Don’t try to make your kids happy, show them how to be generators of happiness!
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1. Where we’re headed: great way to show the kids you’re interested
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2. Packing our bags: what we need to know or to stimulate thinking
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3. Reading the map: instructions or preparation
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4. On the road: our conversation
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5. Unpacking
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6. Making the journey matter
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What People Are Saying ...
"Susy is a brilliant speaker -- she presented her wonderful book, Raising Kids Who Care, to our women's group and facilitated an interactive workshop demonstrating practical tips and tricks from her book. The information she provided was invaluable and so applicable to parents of all stages in life." Maggie Saleeb - Exodus Youth Worx "Susy is an absolute joy to engage with. Our interview felt more like a conversation with an old friend, and her insight was elucidating. She voices the teachings of her experiences with articulation and emotion, speaking clearly and calmly from the heart. I'd highly recommend that anyone who has the privilege of hearing Susy speak on the importance of raising kids who care, do so eagerly and earnestly." Jada Bennett - Little Justice Leaders Susy Lee was a wonderful addition to our Back to School Summit. She gave many practical ideas for how teens could be of service to their communities. Her passion for helping teens build relationships and find their purpose gives us all hope that this next generation will make the world a better place. Laura Dennis, co-host of The Next Phase Parenting Summit As Featured in: Leaders to Go Conference Keynote, Amplify Leaders Conference, Sight Magazine, Eternity News Simply Wellness, Life & Faith, Animated Living Podcasts Amazon, Koorong, Dymocks & Booktopia Media and Events page |
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Who Am I?Susy Lee, prize-winning author, speaker, educator.Hi! I love to help families build a strong culture of communication and contribution. An award-winning and eternal student, I majored in psychology and theology and I have a Masters in Peace and Conflict Studies. This helped me consider how parenting and wealth equity play roles in social cohesion.
My eclectic career twirls around the twin themes of social justice and children. It has included state and national education and consultancy roles with children and families, international aid and development, and advocacy, within Christian-based agencies. I am also an enthusiastic presenter who has taught all ages from Grade 1 to university and run conference workshops for parents and families. I love to bike ride from the beach in Sydney, Australia, dance whenever music plays, and I’ve raised two caring sons with my husband Brian. |