I create vibrant, heart-led tools like illustrated card decks that gently support your healing journey.
Think of me as your older sister who’s all about sharing the magic of self-discovery
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I kept trying to “lean in,” but honestly, I was just exhausted. That loud discomfort eventually led me down a different path, one that took me back to school, where I earned my master’s in Clinical Psychology from Columbia University. However, most importantly, it took me deeper into myself and toward a very different kind of path.
Now, I bring all of that experience into my work, using creativity to help destigmatize mental health and celebrate Asian joy in all its complexity. In addition to creating decks, I’m a highly sought-after executive functioning consultant for teens and young adults, blending psychology, mindfulness, and practical strategies to help them thrive. You might’ve heard me on podcasts, seen me speak at The Washington Post, or read about me in the Los Angeles Times, POPSUGAR, Bustle, or even spotted me on a billboard in Times Square! 🥹
When I’m not writing (or trying to smash the patriarchy), you’ll find me dancing in my kitchen, binge-watching the latest teen dramedy, or trying ALL the boba shops. After two years of nomadic adventure, a huge inspiration for The Adventure Tarot, my husband and I have settled in Los Angeles with our sweet new baby boy.
But behind the scenes, I was burned out, battling an eating disorder, constantly anxious, and running on empty.
Hi! I’m Elizabeth Su, MA (she/her), author, creator, and speaker. My decks, The Everyday Millennial Oracle and The Adventure Tarot, offer fresh and empowering ways to connect with yourself and others through creativity, culture, and self-reflection.
Before ending up here, I spent nearly a decade navigating the fast-paced world of Corporate America. I followed the script I thought I was supposed to, graduating from Tufts University with a B.S. in Quantitative Economics and Community Health, joining a Silicon Valley start-up with all the bells and whistles (#endlesskombuchaontap), and hitting the six-figure salary milestone early. On paper, everything looked perfect.
Book series:
The Babysitter’s Club (especially the Super Specials!)
movie:
The Lizzie McGuire Movie
Accessory:
Butterfly clips
SONG
Ocean Avenue by Yellowcard
Wouldn’t leave the house without:
Vanilla Frosting Lip Gloss
Teen E’s Hottest Y2K Picks
There was something comforting about the way glitter healed all wounds back then, and that no matter what, you could count on a pair of platform sandals to boost your confidence. It’s been a big part of my healing journey to revisit these tender years and unpack all the moments, joys, and heartbreaks from being a teenager during this time. This collective trip down memory lane is what inspired my upcoming oracle deck: The Everyday Millennial Oracle, now available for pre-order!
As an elder millennial, when the world feels too heavy and life is life-ing a bit too much, I have a primal urge to step into a time capsule and transport myself to simpler times when my biggest worry was picking out the right ringtone for my flip phone.
Millennial Girl In A Perfectionist World
she loves cereal, hates rules, and is sassy AF 💋
getting to know teen e who inspired The Everyday Millennial
Finding fun ways to collab with other AAPI creators
This is Jenny! She illustrated our beautiful Adventure Tarot
A judge for the Writer's Digest personal essay competition
BAM a wave of imposter syndrome hit me, but I read close to 800 essays!
Learning how to surf (sort of).
Mostly learning what it’s like to be bad at something again
I go to avoid a menty b. He goes because walking is free.
Doing some sort of outdoorsy thing with my hubs, Andrew
Here’s a sassy little comic in the Los Angeles Times! The paper edition!
Experimenting with different ways of storytelling
Represented by: Margaret Danko at High Line Literary Collective
Growing up as a biracial girlie in the Midwest, I thought I was white because most people ignored my Asian side. That made me feel like being Chinese was something to hide. Truthfully, I’m still figuring out what being Asian American means to me.
In 2020, the surge in anti-Asian hate crimes hit me hard and sent me into a deep depression. But it also made me realize just how vital reclaiming my Chinese heritage was to me. That realization became the heart and soul behind The Adventure Tarot, a deck created to celebrate the Asian American experience and declare to the world that I AM PROUD TO BE ASIAN.
I no longer want to reject my Chinese side, and I don’t want you to reject parts of yourself either. I couldn’t find tools that truly represented me, so I made them myself. That pain, that feeling of being unseen, can lead us on a powerful journey of self-discovery, where we find our identity and come to realize that we are enough.
Celebrating Asian Joy at the Heart of My Work
One of the most powerful ways I’ve learned about myself and fueled my creative journey is through writing. These words often find their way into my decks, my poetry, or quietly live in the pages of my journal. I love experimenting with different forms like micro essays (I have two published in the Nonwhite & Woman anthology by Woodhall Press) and hermit crab essays (I have a fun essay in the form of a standardized test in the forthcoming Mixed Roots anthology by Beacon Press).
As I navigate healing from burnout, recover from perfectionism, and carve out my place as a mixed Asian woman in this world, this work isn’t just for my community; it’s for me, too. Follow me on Instagram for more words and reflections!
Healing Through Art & Writing
watch it HAPPEN
The moment was fleeting, as joy often is, and yet, what a gift to be reminded that this was both a dream and not a dream 🛼
seen in NYC Times Square
pinch me!!
— Cynthia Huie, co-founder of On Waverly
“Elizabeth brings an unforgettable experience that will leave your guests feeling happy and hopeful.”
— Amazon Reviewer
"Her master’s degree in clinical psychology shows. It feels like asking for advice from a dear friend or trusted therapist."
— Amazon Reviewer
"I adore Elizabeth’s work and couldn’t wait to get my hands on this tarot deck! The guidebook talks to me like a close girlfriend, and the visuals are gorgeous. I highly recommend!"
— 8th Grade Student
"This year, I worked with Elizabeth who studies perfectionism and its negative effect on girls. At first, I was convinced I was going to fail, but then I realized nothing bad would happen if I didn’t know every answer. I became more efficient, and even though I’m studying less, I’m weirdly more relaxed."
What People Are Saying
about my work
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