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Family Matters'What Has Worked for You?' Simon Benn asks for your insights on trauma and healingIn this episode of Family Matters, host Sarah speaks with Simon Benn - adoptee, trainer, and host of the Thriving Adoptees podcast. They explore identity, healing, and how the stories we tell ourselves shape our lives. Simon shares personal insights from his own adoption experience, introduces his new book project for adoptive parents, and invites listeners to contribute their wisdom.Want to take part? Submit your insight (50–250 words) by 31 August 2025: https://forms.gle/93u641bZf2DzXDGs6Learn more about Simon and his podcast by visiting his website thrivingadoptees.com2025-07-241h 00
Wandering Tree ®, LLC PodcastS6:E2 Healing and Transformation Beyond Trauma with Thriving Adoptees Host Simon BennWhat if the very essence of who you are could remain untouched, even in the face of profound rejection and trauma? Join us for an insightful conversation with Simon Benn, the creative force behind the Thriving Adoptees Podcast, who courageously shares his personal journey of reaching out to his biological father. Despite facing rejection once again, Simon's story reveals the incredible resilience adoptees often possess, emphasizing that rejection often reflects the other person's struggles rather than our own worth. Together, we explore how Simon's experience serves as an inspiring testament to navigating the emotional complexities of reunion with strength...2024-12-2835 min
Polly Talks Adoption & FosteringPolly Talks Adoption and Fostering: Thriving Adoptees with Simon BennPolly Talks with Simon Benn from Thriving Adoptees!In this episode of Polly Talks..., Polly sits down with Simon Benn, founder of Thriving Adoptees, for a powerful conversation about the lived experience of adoption. Simon shares his personal journey as an adoptee, exploring the emotional challenges, the search for identity, and the resilience that comes with navigating life after adoption.Simon’s work with Thriving Adoptees focuses on supporting adoptees in understanding and embracing their unique experiences, offering valuable insights into how to thrive beyond trauma and build a positive future. This conversation is a must-listen fo...2024-11-241h 04
Pulled By The Root - Amplifying Adoption IssuesEp123: Simon BennSimon Benn was adopted at 5 weeks old, and is the founder of “Thriving Adoptees” podcast that honorably focuses on the issues adopted people face. Simon came out of the fog at 40 years old, and all was going well until he discovered that his teddy bear was a gift from his birth mother. This unleashed an eruption of anger, and feelings of rejection and of being unloved for Simon. This put him on his journey to heal and help others. 15 years later, Simon continues to support adoptees through his podcast, consulting, webinars. https://www.thrivingadoptees.com/ 2024-08-1751 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveViscerally Whole With Elizabeth BarbourHave you felt separate? Alone? Elizabeth felt so separate that she thought she was an alien. So how did she get to that visceral feeling of wholeness? A deep dive into healing. Because that's where the gems are.Note from Elizabeth – I want to apologize for the incorrect usage of the phrase trauma bonding near the very end of the episode. I was looking for a way to describe adoptees commiserating with one another about a shared traumatic experience. Simon’s term of validation is more appropriate in this instance.Here's a bit about Elizabeth from...2024-08-151h 06
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveWhat if? A SHORT episode with SimonGabor Maté says that the feeling we are not good enough is actually a belief that we are not good enough. And that's important given so many of us feel less than. Do beliefs seem more bustable than trauma seems healable? Listen in as I explore belief busting, hope and more in this short episode.
Guests and the host are not (unless mentioned) licensed pscyho-therapists and speak from their own opinion only. Seek qualified advice if you need help.2024-07-2906 min
Once Upon A Time...In Adopteeland186. Simon Benn: "Be Inspired and Empowered by Your Lived Experience"Simon Benn is a returning guest.Simon was adopted at 5 weeks old and told so young he doesn’t ever remember not knowing. He didn't experience any conscious adoption trauma until 40 when he found out his childhood teddy bear was a gift from his birth mother. This caused an eruption of anger, feeling rejected and unloved. That kickstarted a healing journey exploring trauma, my roots and who he is. Simon spent 17 years doing this and continues to be fascinated by healing, growing and thriving. He’s interviewed over 400 people about this from the adoption constellation for the Thrivin...2024-07-2331 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveFinding Home With Simon Benn and Guest Host Jude HungIn this special episode the interviewer becomes the interviewee! Listen as Simon shares his thoughts and experiences on home, childhood memories and ah-ha moments that have birthed in him a passion to help other adoptees find freedom and peace beyond the "Primal Wound".https://www.facebook.com/simonjbennhttps://www.facebook.com/thrivingadopteeshttps://www.thrivingadoptees.com/https://www.instagram.com/simonjbenn/https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonjbenn/
Guests and the host are not (unless mentioned) licensed pscyho-therapists and speak from their own opinion only. Seek...2024-06-261h 10
The Anna Jinja ShowAn Episode Almost Missed: Simon Benn's Change of HeartJoin us for an unforgettable episode that almost didn't happen! As Anna prepared for her interview with Simon Benn, a passionate advocate for healing and resilience within the adoptee community, she shared the poem she had selected to guide their discussion about their adoption stories. Simon's intense reaction to and dislike of the poem initially led him to decline the invitation to appear on The Anna Jinja Show.Curious about what changed his mind? Tune in to find out why Simon ultimately chose to embrace this opportunity. Experience the impact of his decision as he courageously shares...2024-06-1628 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveWilling & Curious With Trish DeutschHow open to change are you? How willing and curious to new ways to heal? Listen in as we go deep on how a method that initially felt a little weird helped Trish to feel better on the inside and enjoying better relationships on the outside. And there's the matter of being adopted back by her birth mother...Trish doesn't do social media, but is open to talking with others email me simon@thrivingadoptees.com and I will put you in touch
Guests and the host are not (unless mentioned) licensed pscyho-therapists a...2024-05-3148 min
ADOPTION STRUGGLES AND SUPPORT | Adoption Trauma, Parenting Guides, Biblical Encouragement, Respite, Anxiety Bible Verses103 – An Adoption Story About His Teddy Bear: From Trauma Trigger to Symbol of Love With Simon BennThe most healing moment for me was actually getting my adoption file from the authorities and reading a letter from my birth mother about the teddy bear. It became abundant to me that the teddy bear was a symbol of her love, not a consolation prize.
Hi Neighbor,
Trauma can lie dormant for a long time, even decades. Unexpectedly, trauma can be triggered by the most seemingly innocent things.
Joining me today, is my neighbor from Great Britain, Simon Benn. Simon is an adoptee. The insights that he shares from his journey, I...2023-12-1442 min
2-5-12-5m-1-S2E16-The Music of Mr BennSend us a textSimon & Nick discuss the Score to Mr Benn by Don Warren an Alias for Duncan Lamontwho for several decades Lamont worked as a freelance musician (on flute and clarinet as well as saxophone), based around Archer Street in Soho and playing in the surrounding jazz clubs. He often performed with British bands accompanying American vocalists, including Fred Astaire, Tony Bennett, Bing Crosby, Sammy Davis Jr., Marlene Dietrich, Peggy Lee and (for 19 seasons) with Frank Sinatra. He also played with touring bandleaders such as Count Basie, Benny Goodman and Henry Mancini. Lamont...2023-12-0105 min
Claiming Your VoiceSimon Benn the Creator of Thriving AdopteesSimon Benn is the creator of the podcast Thriving Adoptees. As an adult Simon confronted the issue of his adoption and went on a search to find happiness. Today he is the host of his own podcast to help other adoptees share their story and as he says, to "help each other home" .
https://www.thrivingadoptees.com/
#adoptees #adopteefog #adoption #simonbenn #awareness2023-11-1433 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveWhat’s Healing? & What Heals?How do we heal? The million dollar (pound or euro) question. Focusing on healing rather than trauma is a great start. Understanding what healing helps us to. Then we can get into the how to's and actions. I'd love your thoughts on this so email me at simon@thrivingadoptees.com
Guests and the host are not (unless mentioned) licensed pscyho-therapists and speak from their own opinion only. Seek qualified advice if you need help.2023-09-2020 min
The Everyday MysticThe Pathless Path w/ Simon BennMeet Simon Benn, a fellow explorer of the spiritual world and host of the Thriving Adoptees podcast. Simon and I connected when he asked me to come on to his podcast and in the pre-podcast conversation, I discovered his spiritual side. In this episode, you’ll hear how Simon went from successful entrepreneur to even more successful human by realizing he had wounds to heal and consciousness to explore. You’ll hear about the moments that converged in Simon’s life to open him up to this path and how he’s evolved since. No doubt you’...2023-09-1552 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveAnswering The Identity Question With Simon BennThere's a LOT of secrecy and shame around adoption. So it's no wonder we are confused about our identity and wrong about our self worth. Listen in as I dive into our deepest questions: Who am I? What's wrong with me?
Guests and the host are not (unless mentioned) licensed pscyho-therapists and speak from their own opinion only. Seek qualified advice if you need help.2023-09-1221 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveAn Adoptee's Return To Jesus With Jane BlasioIf you're a Christian then you're going to love our very first unashamedly Christian interview. Jane goes deep into healing through Christ and I try to follow her. Do I keep up? Well listen in and make your own mind up. Then let me know! She takes a very intimate look at her off and on relationship with Jesus and what 'whole' means to her. Listen and be prepared to be stretched - in a good way. I know the interview stretched me and really enjoy that. Would you like to stretch me with a new take on thriving...2023-06-3045 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveThe Feelings Of Healing With Simon BennHealing is a word that's bandied about a lot in adoptee circles. But what does it mean? How do we heal? Listen in as I run through David Hawkins' Map Of Consciousness from the perspective of us adoptees. It's an incredibly valuable tool for our healing journey.Sir David R. Hawkins, M.D., Ph.D.,is an internationally renowned spiritual teacher, psychiatrist, physician, researcher, lecturer and developer of the widely-known Map of Consciousness®The map/ladder/scale https://www.reddit.com/r/ALLISMIND/comments/scf5r0/isnt_it_interesting_that_desire_is_so_low_on_th...2023-05-1823 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveGetting Clear On Who You Are With Simon BennSimon Benn was adopted at 5 weeks old and told so young he doesn’t ever remember not knowing. He didn't experience any conscious adoption trauma until 40 when he found out his childhood teddy bear was a gift from his birth mother. This caused an eruption of anger, feeling rejected and unloved. That kickstarted a healing journey exploring trauma, my roots and who he is.He’s spent 16 years doing this and continues to be fascinated by it all and:working with 2,500 kids and parents in the UK and USA to increase kids’ confiden...2023-05-1714 min
Unraveling AdoptionWe Are Not Our Trauma with Simon BennIn this week’s Unraveling Adoption podcast, Beth talks with Simon Benn, an adoptee living near York, England and host of Thriving Adoptees podcast. I was recently on his show, so I wanted him to be on our show as well. Trading podcasts across the globe. Simon has been on a healing journey for the last 13 or so years, after a discovery about his adoption that rocked his world. He wants to help other adoptees move toward healing with his podcast and webinars. =============== 💌 Sign up for Unraveling Adoption’s email list: http://eepurl.com/hVIAVX ...2023-02-2729 minOnce Upon A Time...In Adopteeland103. Simon Benn : "Thriving Adoptees: Healing, Inspiration & Empowerment For Adoptees"Simon Benn was adopted at 5 weeks old and told about it so young he doesn't ever remember not knowing. He didn't experience any adoption trauma until he hit 40 when he found out his childhood teddy bear was a gift from his birth mother. This caused an eruption of anger, feeling rejected and unloved. That kickstarted a learning journey that led him to heal and then want to help others. He created the Thriving Adoptees podcast so guests can inspire listeners with their stories and empower them with their learnings. He also speaks at events for adoptees and adoptive parents.2023-01-1752 min
Real World ParentingIs Adoption Trauma Defining? with Simon BennThis episode poses the question of how central is the adoptee identity to human identity? Are children's struggles adoption related or human related? Dr. Laura Anderson invites guest Simon Benn for a conversation around the lifelong impact of trauma.Simon Benn was adopted at 5 weeks old and has known this his whole life. It wasn't until 40 years old when he found out that his teddy bear was a gift from his birth mother that he started feeling intense anger about being unloved and not good enough. Simon turned to personal development to find happiness and eventually sold...2022-08-1246 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveMaking Your Dream A RealityConnect with me at www.simonbenn.co.uk email simon@thrivingadoptees.com
Guests and the host are not (unless mentioned) licensed pscyho-therapists and speak from their own opinion only. Seek qualified advice if you need help.2022-07-2920 min
Family By HeartHelping Families of Adoption Thrive w/ Simon Benn- Host of Thriving Adoptees PodcastIn this week's episode of Family By Heart, host, Dustin Gruss, speaks with Simon Benn, host of the Thriving Adoptees podcast.
In this episode Benn and Gruss discuss Benn's thriving podcast, some of the guests he has had and topics covered, Benn's idea of society being trauma obsessed versus hope obsessed, what his experience podcasting has taught him and Benn's experience being an adoptee himself.
Benn was adopted at just 5 weeks old and lived what he thought was a fairly normal life in the UK. But when he discovered around his 40th birthday that his...2022-07-131h 01
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveWhat Makes An Adoption Successful?You can email Jane at jigsaw_51@yahoo.co.uk - please use Simon's Podcast in the subject line
Guests and the host are not (unless mentioned) licensed pscyho-therapists and speak from their own opinion only. Seek qualified advice if you need help.2022-07-051h 01
Cybee OnlineHistory of Modern Philosophy. by Alfred William BennThis book is a brief, but cogent discussion of Western philosophy-- from Francis Bacon and Giordano Bruno through Descartes, Spinoza, and Leibniz, Hume, Berkeley and Kant, the German idealists and Hegel, and ending with such nineteenth century luminaries as Mill, Spencer, and Nietzsche. Enchanted with Copernicus, Bruno goes to the stake for positing an infinity of inhabited worlds. Descartes, a professed skeptic, manages to justify everything the Jesuits taught him at La Flèche, while Spinoza, in mystical awe, envisions a pantheistic cosmos in which thought and extension are one and the same thing--God. The British philosopher, A.W. B...2021-12-035h 01
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveSecurity & Support With Brenda Farrell Head of Fostering & AdoptionFind out more about Brenda here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/brenda-farrell-5b20359a/?originalSubdomain=ukBarnardos are the largest not-for-profit fostering and adoption agency in the UK and have over 100 years' experience of placing children with families. They find, train and support carers and adoptive families so they can transform children’s lives.Thomas Barnardo set up a ‘ragged school’ to help disadvantaged children in 1867. Now they’re helping hundreds of thousands of children, young people, parents and carers across the UK. They don’t abandon children because of who they are or wh...2021-08-1050 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveUnderstanding Adoptees' Rights With Greg Luce Adoptee & Adoptee Rights LawyerGreg was adopted at 7 days old, find out more about him at:https://twitter.com/gregoryluce?lang=enhttps://gregoryluce.com/He's a lawyer working exclusively for adult adopted people, find out more at:https://adopteerightslaw.com/https://www.facebook.com/adopteerightslawhttps://twitter.com/adopteelaw/He's also the founder of a national U.S. nonprofit tax-exempt organization with an unwavering commitment to equality for all adopted people find out more at:https://adopteesunited.org/https://www.facebook.com/AdopteesUnited/2021-08-0952 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveHelping Adoptive Children Thrive At School With Renée Carter CEORenée Carter is the CEO of Adopt Change, which also operates the program My Forever Family NSW. Renée is also a member of the Institute Advisory Group for the independent research centre Institute of Open Adoption Studies (The University of Sydney) and is Vice Chair of the NSW Committee on Adoption and Permanent Care (COAPC).Renée is a member of Australian Institute of Company Directors, and has a strong background in communications and executive management, along with board level experience in corporate and not-for-profit sectors. Her experience includes three years as Chair of charity Chi...2021-08-0644 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveSeeing Life Differently Rich Valenza Adoptive Dad, Founder & CEORich Valenza is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of RaiseAChild. As the father of two children adopted through Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services, Rich understands firsthand the trials and tribulations of LGBT community members and of single parents who seek to build families.In addition to his personal experience, he brings the knowledge gained from serving five years as a board member and three years as the president of The Pop Luck Club, which promotes the well-being of gay prospective parents, gay parents, and their children.In establishing RaiseAChild, Rich...2021-08-0459 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveSeeing We Are Loveable With Joe Soll Adoptee & PsychotherapistCheck out Joe at:https://www.adoptionhealing.com/https://www.facebook.com/joe.sollhttps://twitter.com/joesoll1?lang=enhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/joesoll/Get his book:https://www.amazon.co.uk/Adoption-Healing-path-recovery-Soll-ebook/dp/B0032AMDN2https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0032AMDN2/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0#adoption #adoptionawareness #adoptionevent #adoptionislove #adoptionjourney#adoptionlove #adoptionresponsable #adoptions #adoptionstories #adoptionstory#adoptionsupport #adoptiontails #search #birthmother #biomom #YouCanAdopt #interracialadoption #diversity #primalwound #nancyverrier #joesoll
Guests a...2021-08-0359 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveDiscovering Who We Are With Ranjanna Mariia Hvenegaard Adoptee & Adoption Life CoachHere's a bit about Ranjanna "I am passionate about empowering you and your child to rise above and beyond your challenges and lead the life you truly deserve.I work with meditation, gratitude and breathing exercises, using a combination of NLP coaching techniques and ‘Huna’, the ancient Hawaiian healing technique to increase spirituality and energy.What if you could experience and connect on a physical, emotional, mental and spiritual level with a Higher Power? Something that gives you the tools and confidence to bring into your life whatever you desire? We are all c...2021-08-0244 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveSearching For Relatives With DNA - A Beginner's Guide With Brianne Kirkpatrick FounderHere's what Brianne says about herself:"I am an innovator at the intersection of genealogy and DNA with a passion for ancestry testing and other DNA testing that helps people understand more about their past, present, and potential future. My diverse background includes clinical genetic counseling, research, project coordination, public speaking, writing, social media engagement, and multi-media development. I excel in visual, audio, and text-based communication of complex information to the lay public, students, and other professionals. Through my private practice, Watershed DNA, I provide genetic counseling and DNA consultations, support for those with unexpected DNA findings...2021-07-2951 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveDiversity & Adoption With Ade Larigo Social Worker & CEOAde offers bespoke recruitment package for fostering and adoption panels. Matching individuals that hold diverse skills and bring valuable experiences with requirements that meet fostering and adoption panels. Train and coach panel members. Consultancy and review of central list composition. Mentorship for panel members.Find out more athttps://www.linkedin.com/in/adelarigo#adoption #adoptionawareness #adoptionevent #adoptionislove #adoptionjourney#adoptionlove #adoptionresponsable #adoptions #adoptionstories #adoptionstory#adoptionsupport #adoptiontails #search #birthmother #biomom #YouCanAdopt #interracialadoption #diversity
Guests and the host are not (unless mentioned) licensed pscyho-therapists and speak from their o...2021-07-2831 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveBreaking Free With Nathan Ross Adoptee, Therapist And National Child Welfare ConsultantHere's a little about Nathan :"I am a therapist and national child welfare consultant who uses my life, educational, and professional experiences to improve the foster care system throughout North America. I entered foster care when I was 10 after significant abuse and neglect, as well as insufficient child welfare interventions, resulted in two of my siblings dying. Once in care, I received a wealth of supports and services that allowed me to heal and thrive, and I was later adopted. Upon discovering that my foster care experience was unique, I made the decision to center my career...2021-07-271h 01
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveHow To Help Your Children Feel Loved With Jamie Beaglehole Adoptive Dad & BloggerJamie and Tom are proud dads via adoption to their two handsome sons, Lyall and Richard. Their boys had a rough start to their little lives so their mission is to provide their lads with extraordinary experiences and memories.Visit the Daddy & Dad blog where they share all the highs and lows of adoptive parenting, collaborate with global family brands and respond to the latest LGBT news and current affairs.https://www.daddyanddad.co.uk/Connect with them at:https://www.instagram.com/daddyanddad/https://www.linkedin.com/in/be...2021-07-2653 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveSeeing Our Inner Strength With Zack Fried Adoptee & Associate Director Zack is the oldest of 10 kids. He first spoke at the adoption agency his mom founded when he was 13. He went onto work there after college. As Associate Director, Zack is responsible for the day-to-day operations of Adoption STAR. His position includes accomplishing compliance objectives, establishing compliance standards, and taking the lead on the planning and organization of site visits and licensing reviews. He is also responsible for supervising staff, human resources, and enhancing a client experience through quality assurance, etc. Zack also oversees Adoption STAR’s satellite offices and programs. Zack first joined the agen...2021-07-231h 04
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveBeyond Trauma With Richard Adoptive Dad & PodcasterListen to Richard's podcast here:https://uk-podcasts.co.uk/podcast/adoption-adventuresHear his interview with me here:https://uk-podcasts.co.uk/podcast/adoption-adventures/meet-simon-bennFind out more here:https://www.adoptionadventures.co.uk/https://www.instagram.com/adoption.adventures/https://www.facebook.com/adoption.adventureshttps://twitter.com/adoptionadvent1?lang=en#adoption#adoptionawareness#adoptionevent#adoptionislove#adoptionjourney#adoptionlove#adoptionresponsable#adoptions#adoptionstories#adoptionstory...2021-07-2200 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveFrom Angry & Scared To Thriving With Phil Watson Adopter, Birth Father & MorePhil describes himself as "a foster carer, recruiter of foster carers for Liverpool City Council, adopter, birth father and purveyor of quality compost."More about him at:https://fosteringandadoptionwithphil.com/https://twitter.com/philwatson184?lang=enLiverpool City Council Fostering Service is the Local Authority fostering service responsible for over 1,500 looked after children in Liverpool. Their priority is the welfare of our children and young people. They are not-for-profit and as much as possible they use their own foster carers to look after children so they can support them in their loc...2021-07-2152 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveAdvocating For Adoptees With Cathy Murphy Adoptive Parent & Executive Director & Princess Land Youth Lead MentorPrincess Land is an adoptee who inspires other adoptees to find their voice and advocate for themselves and other adoptees. Find out more about her at:https://linktr.ee/PrincesslanddCathy Murphy is the adoptive mother of 2 grown up children and leads The Adoption Council of Canada. Find out more about her at:https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathy-murphy-b8248917/https://twitter.com/cathylmurphyott?lang=enFind out more about their advocacy program at:https://www.adoption.ca/youth-speak-outFind out more about the Council at:2021-07-2048 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveFrom Surviving To Thriving With Tiegan Boyen - AdopteeTiegan is an adoptee who uses her experiences to help train, teach and provide her perspective to those working with children and young people.Tiegan has worked closely with youth groups in North Yorkshire, including as part of the Young Inspectors. The Young Inspectors inspect local services to see what they do well and what improvements they need to make to ensure services are led by the needs of young people.Tiegan became interested in sharing her experiences after joining an adoption group which gave her the chance to share her views and experiences on...2021-07-1948 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveHow To Find Birth Relatives With Paul Field Adoptee And WebmasterHere's what Paul says on his website:"My name is Paul Field, and I was an Adoptee born in Kingston, London, England, and grew up on the Isle of Wight.I went to Wroxall Primary, Ventnor Middle and Sandown High Schools.When I left school, I went to work for Videotron Cable TV, on West Quay Rd, in Southampton.I also worked for GEC Avery, now known as Avery Berkel, before moving to the United States in January of 1994,where I met my wife, Denise (pictured above), and had my d...2021-07-161h 23
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveLove, Magic & Honesty with Nancy August Adoptive Mom"I truly believe in life, there are no coincidences. We each have a road that we’re destined to travel.This is my very personal story, about the long road I traveled towards motherhood. All I longed for was a baby in a baby carriage and to be called mom." Nancy AugustConnect with Nancy on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/nancyaugust04Check out the book she talks about in the interview:https://www.amazon.co.uk/Lucky-Penny-Nancy-August-ebook/dp/B0951BS212/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&qid=1626341300&refinements=p_27%3ANancy+August&s=digital-text&sr...2021-07-1545 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveExpectations & Goals With Deborah Evans & Kelley WillisDeborah Evans is the CEO of For Children’s Sake of Virginia (FCSVA). A graduate of Catholic University with a Master’s degree in Social Work, she has worked extensively with children and families since 1992. Deborah came to For Children’s Sake of Virginia with a professional background in finance and is a veteran of the USMC. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Board Certified Diplomate, a Certified Sex Offender Specialist (CSOTS), a Certified Sex Offender Addictions Specialist, a Certified PTSD Treatment Specialist as well as a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist. Deborah has a significant background in working with family...2021-07-1449 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveSuccess & Wellbeing With David Schunk Adoptee & Founder Russian AdopteesDavid Schunk was born in Smolensk, Russia in 1994. He was adopted at a young age by an American family from New Hampshire. He was a resident of Bedford, New Hampshire since he could remember until he left for college in 2013. He studied Computer Networking and Cyber Security at Champlain College, located in Burlington Vermont.David currently serves as Chairman of the Board of Directors and Founder for the Russian Adoptees nonprofit organization. In addition, he served as a Board Member for the non profit group, Adopted For Good. Adopted For Good advocates for positive rights and positive polic...2021-07-1354 min
AspireSimon Smart: History Teacher to Public TheologianSimon Smart is the Executive Director of the Centre for Public Christianity.
Simon told us about his unexpected journey into vocational public Christian ministry, advice for communicating the Christian faith in our current post-Christian age, and advice for people considering entering public Christian ministry like himself.
2021-07-1242 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThrivePrimally Wounded Or Fundamentally Unwoundable? With Nick MabeyNick Mabey is an adoptee whose created Being Adopted because "I created Being Adopted because, at various points in my life, when feeling lost, isolated, angry or just bewildered, I looked for help and mostly couldn’t find it. So I made a promise to create a place of belonging and help for others who’ve walked in similar shoes; this is the outcome of that promise. Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you are adopted and have other ideas that would help a place like this."You can find out more at:http...2021-07-1249 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveReckoning With The Primal Wound With Rebecca Autumn Sansom Adoptee & FilmmakerCheck out Rebecca's film here:https://reckoningwiththeprimalwound.com/Connect with Rebecca here:https://m.facebook.com/profile.php?id=41801212https://www.instagram.com/bunnybecca/?hl=enhttps://m.facebook.com/reckoningwiththeprimalwound/#adoption#adoptionawareness#adoptionevent#adoptionislove#adoptionjourney#adoptionlove#adoptionresponsable#adoptions#adoptionstories#adoptionstory#adoptionsupport#adoptiontails#primalwound#nancyverrier
Guests and the host are not (unless mentioned) licensed pscyho-therapists and speak from...2021-07-0956 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveBuilding Trust With Alkes Ioannou Adoptive Parent & Chief ExecutiveAlkes is the Chief Executive of Compassion for Orphans and is responsible for the management and oversight of day to day operations, service delivery, and the support and guidance for applicants through the adoption programme.‘Compassion for Orphans’ (CFO) is a Christian not for profit organisation established in 2003 to facilitate the adoption of legally adoptable overseas children into loving New Zealand families.To get the App Alkes mentions go to https://www.cfo.org.nz/resourcesFor more on the agency visithttps://www.cfo.org.nzhttps...2021-07-0825 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveNo Matter How Difficult Things Get With Irene Clements Adoptive Parent, Executive DirectorIrene Clements and her husband have 5 kids, 23 grandkids and 3 great grandkids. She is alsoExecutive Director, National Foster Parent AssociationBoard of Directors, Texas Foster Care AssociationBoard Member, SAFE Coalition for Human RightsAdvisory Board Member, NCTSNChair, Board of Directors, EveryChild, Inc. TexasBoard Member, Texas COACFoster Care ConsultantTo connect with Irene visit:https://www.linkedin.com/in/ireneclements/The National Foster Parent Association is a non-profit, volunteer organization established in 1972 as a result of the concerns of several independent groups that felt the country needed a national organization to meet the needs of foster f...2021-07-0756 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveImproving Adoptees' Lives One Day At A Time With Oriana Carey CEOOriana Carey is the Chief Executive Officer for the Coalition for Children, Youth & Families. She is driven to ensure that the Coalition creates programs and services that ensure all children have a champion and that those champions have support.Oriana earned a Bachelor’s in Social Work from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh in 1991 and a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in 1995. She is currently licensed as a clinical social worker in the State of Wisconsin. Before coming to the Coalition, Oriana held a variety of supervisory and managerial positions within child and fami...2021-07-0655 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveHelping Adoptees Realise Their Potential With Rick Azzaro Executive DirectorVoce (vō-chāy) means voice.Here's what Voce share on their website"We use our voice, and empower you to use yours, to create positive, lasting change in people's lives. We use our voice because we believe every person should belong and be empowered to thrive.Our agency (previously known as Family Design Resources) began in 1999 by pioneering a model that is nationally recognized for expediting adoptions and supporting families.Today, we provide consultation and training to agencies throughout the country in the areas of trauma and loss, adoption and per...2021-07-0544 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveRaising Resilient Adoptees With Sheila Chester - Adoptive Mom Wife, Non-Toxic Momma, Child Adoption Advocate, Natural Health CoachHere's an excerpt from Sheila's website:"My story starts with my husband and I’s journey to become parents in 2008. I grew up in a seemingly uncomplicated and non-dramatic country home in the plains of South Dakota where struggles were few and far between. Not until this moment in my life had I experienced a setback of this magnitude.Going through infertility, and subsequently adoption, pushed me beyond limits I didn’t know I had. I learned more about myself than I could have possibly imagined. I learned that my lifelong anxiety may have been depres...2021-07-0257 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveSecure, Settled Adoptees With Natalie Lohneis Head of Adoption & Fostering ServicesNatalie Lohneis is Diagrama's Head of Adoption & Fostering Services.The registered social worker has over 18 years of post-qualification experience in work with children and families. This ranges from family support and safeguarding services to adoption and fostering. Natalie has extensive rounded experience through Local Authority work, and with charities and private organisations. The last 11 years of Natalie's career have been focused on family placement services, at a managerial/ consultancy level and in improvement work.Natalie says: "I find honesty, creativity and dedication to be the most valuable qualities for success in leading any service. My g...2021-07-0141 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveFrom Cheating Death To Thriving With Joy Carter Transracial AdopteeJoy has her own podcast too so check it out at:https://feeds.captivate.fm/adoption-arena-podcastConnect with Joy athttps://www.joycarter.co.uk/https://www.adoptionarena.com/https://twitter.com/joycartershowhttps://www.facebook.com/joycartershow/https://www.instagram.com/Joycartershow/https://www.youtube.com/user/JoyCarterComedianhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/joy-carter-485ab434/
Guests and the host are not (unless mentioned) licensed pscyho-therapists and speak from their own opinion only. Seek qualified advice if you...2021-06-3045 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveHow Adoption Is Changing In The UK With Maggie Jones CEO Maggie joined the Consortium of Voluntary Adoption Agencies in November 2018. Previously, she was Chief Executive of Foundation, an organisation dedicated to ending social exclusion which works with over 4000 of the most disadvantaged adults, young people and families across the North of England, providing resources and opportunities for everyone to achieve and belong no matter their personal circumstances.Before Foundation, Maggie was Chief Executive of Children England, the umbrella body for children’s charities. She has over 25 years’ experience within the statutory and voluntary sectors, including as Assistant Programme Director for England at Save the Children, where...2021-06-2951 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveOvercoming The Tough Stuff With Ereka Howard Adoptee & Foster Care AlumnaeEreka Howard is a speaker, an entrepreneur, Adoptee, and Mental Health Advocate. She has dedicated her life to the upliftment and empowerment of others. She is a fresh voice for a new generation. Ereka is a graduate of Texas State University with a BS in Exercise and Sports Science and a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counselling. Ereka is also a licensed Chemical Dependency Counsellor- Intern.After overcoming many hurdles throughout her life, Ereka now shares her life experiences. To connect with her check out:https://www.linkedin.com/in/ms-ereka-howard-0b500a7b...2021-06-2840 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveOvercoming Obstacles & Thriving With Estella Swain Mom Of 3 & Acting Bureau ChiefEstella brings a lifetime of experience both personal and professional to help you. She's the biological mom of one and adoptive mom of 2 kids from the foster care system. Her story will inspire you and her insights will empower you so listen up, you're in for a treat.To connect with Estella check out:https://www.linkedin.com/in/estella-swain-652b0aa5/To find out more about where she works:https://cyfd.org
Guests and the host are not (unless mentioned) licensed pscyho-therapists and speak from t...2021-06-2554 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveChanging To Thrive With FASD - Natalie Vecchione Adoptive Parent And FASD PodcasterHere's a little about Natalie:"My name is Natalie Vecchione. I’m a homeschool mom of two and we built our family through adoption. Our son, who is almost 19, lives with an FASD (Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder). He has graduated from homeschool and he is working part time as a carpentry apprentice. Our typically developing daughter is almost 6 and we have a much different adoption journey with her, as we’re very close with her birth mom.In October 2020, my husband and I co-founded “FASD Hope” - a podcast, website and a place for awareness, informati...2021-06-2259 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveBeing At Peace With Our Adoption Story With Sheryl Proulx Birth Mother And Executive Director Adoption OptionsHere's an introduction from Sheryl - the first birth mom to guest on Thriving Adoptees. "I have been connected to Adoption Options since 1990, as I first came to the agency as a client dealing with an unplanned pregnancy. Working with a professional social worker who provided a safe and non-judgmental environment for me to make a plan for my son and myself was incredibly impactful. I became a social worker and initially worked in Child Welfare as a case manager. In 2003, I was thrilled to join the AO team. My husband Steve and I have a beautiful lit...2021-06-0850 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveRaising Happy Adoptees With Jenna Howard - Adoptee, Adopter & Executive Director American Adoptions Jenna feels blessed and is thankful that she was adopted and this really comes across as she shares her insights as an adoptee, someone who's worked in adoption since 1994 and adopted in 2013. She and her husband also have four biological sons.Here's what Jenna says:"I have always had a heart for adoption. As an adoptee and an adoptive parent, I know the blessing that adoption has been in my life. I love helping families experience that same blessing with their adoption journeys. I've been involved in the adoption field since 1994,and my work experience h...2021-06-0751 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveBouncing Back & Moving Forward With Jenny & Cesar ParraWhen I came across the Parra family on Youtube I just had to get them on the show. Their kids exude the kind of positivity that warms my heart in a world where most of what we hear is talk about trauma. Jenny and Cesar share the story behind their family - a biological daughter, a son from a private domestic adoption and a boy and girl from the adoption system. They talk about giving their kids the support and understanding of who they are so they have the positivity and confidence to give them the best sh...2021-06-041h 07
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveEnjoying The Adoption Learning Journey With Jason Weber Adoptive Parent & Director CAFOJason and his wife Trisha first gained a passion for children in foster care while living and working in the inner city. Many of the kids and families they encountered in their neighborhood had experienced foster care at some point in their lives. Partially as a result of this experience, Jason and Trisha became foster parents and have been caring for and adopting children from U.S. foster care since 2001. They have had the privilege of adopting their five children from foster care. Jason has helped to produce and write several books, bible studies, and other tools all...2021-06-031h 00
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveTrauma & Beyond - Karl Stenske Adoptee, CEO and FounderKarl created Adopt Ed. to educate those who know an adoptee, adoptees and biological families who have an adopted child in the world.Here's what he says about himself"I am an adoptee. I lived my life dealing with the usual ups and downs that everyone faces; hopes and dreams, some met, some lost. I had a good a life. I knew I was adopted, but never thought it had much impact on my life. I was (and am) grateful to have been adopted by such a great family. Then, in 2009 I began t...2021-06-0248 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveOvercoming An Overwhelming Fear Of Rejection With Adoptee David BynumWith the age of 60 on the horizon filmmaker David Bynum set out on a journey of discovery to find his biological family. After 58 years of not knowing where his true roots were or any family history, the need to search became overpowering and prompted him to begin his journey.He shares his incredible story from a happy childhood knowing about being adopted to an overwhelming fear of rejection in his search for his birth parents to resolution.For more about David https://fromaplaceoflovefilm.com/https://twitter.com/coachbynum77?lang=en2021-05-3155 min