Welcome to Purposely SHORT, a weekly episode that features one of our friends or past guests sharing their expertise on a specific topic and life or career experience.
This week's episode features Susanne Ritzenhoff Director of Toi Ora Live Art Trust talking growing up in Germany before migrating to New Zealand.
Susanne shares her upbringing in a large family with anentrepreneurial father, who instilled a sense of responsibility and philosophical outlook. Growing up in post-war Germany, she reflects on her identity and the impact of her country's history. A pivotal moment occurred when her father, a war veteran, sang the national anthem in both English and TeReo at her children's school, inspiring her to learn Te Reo - Maori Language - to connect with New Zealand. Suzanne emphasizes the importance of learning from the past, empathy, and finding common ground to avoid negative outcomes.
The episode is sponsored by Benevity and Trust Management.
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