Susan + Lillian | Pain & Promise | American Experience | PBS

Summary

The conversation explores Lillian's evolving identity over 98 years, shaped by her faith in God and family, and her experiences with segregation in Nashville, contrasting with her more integrated upbringing. Key references include her Methodist faith, her time in a one-room schoolhouse, business college, and the stark realization of racial segregation upon moving to Nashville, influencing her desire to be a missionary. The practical takeaway emphasizes the importance of stepping back to view the larger context of life and the persistent struggle for understanding one's identity.