American Grit: John Suzuki on Resilience and Leadership

Becoming Bridge Builders

In this powerful episode, we explore the importance of history, the power of caring, and the need for inclusive leadership. Our guest, John Suzuki, delves into the Japanese American experience during World War II, specifically the internment camps, highlighting stories of resilience and self-empowerment.

The conversation also addresses the dangers of weaponizing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and emphasizes the importance of creating inclusive spaces. John shares his personal journey and the inspiration behind his book, American Grit, which tells the stories of Japanese American war heroes.

We explore themes of blame, victimhood, fear, and the power of choice, emphasizing the importance of taking responsibility for one’s life and not allowing circumstances to define one’s future. The discussion also touches on the need for education, understanding, and love to combat fear and division in society.

Key Takeaways:

• Recognize your potential and the ability to make positive choices.
• Understand the importance of learning from history to avoid repeating past mistakes.
• Embrace the power of caring and inclusive leadership.
• Combat fear and division with education, understanding, and love.

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