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Insights In The Moment With Steve Valdez
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveNovember 13, 2025
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01:00:0455.01 MB

Insights In The Moment With Steve Valdez

Change is hard. Until an insight happens. Whether that's about how we feel, what causes those feelings, our behaviour or anything else. So changing is a seeing thing. Listen in as Steve shares some of the insights that have done the heavy lifting. We hope this interview catalyses some changes for yo...

Balancing Perspectives with Ryan Hanlon
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveNovember 12, 2025
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00:42:1738.73 MB

Balancing Perspectives with Ryan Hanlon

From rainbows and unicorns to adoption is trauma. Pendulums swing too far before they settle into balance. Listen in as we find a more balanced approach that's closer to the truth.

Tackling The Tough Stuff With Melody Marshall
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveNovember 12, 2025
608
01:02:3457.28 MB

Tackling The Tough Stuff With Melody Marshall

It takes courage to tackle the tough stuff in adoption. It takes courage to love our kids when that love isn't reciprocated. Listen in as Melody talks about courage, support from others and much more. Melody has five kids including one from adoption.

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Simon dives deep into all things related to adoption. Listen and learn.

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Deep Reflections and Soulful Conversations

Thriving Adoptees is a soul-stirring exploration of the adoptee healing experience. With deep, thought-provoking questions like ‘What does healing mean to you?’ each episode invites listeners to reflect on their own journeys. This isn’t about quick fixes — it’s about digging deep, challenging perspectives, and embracin...

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Adoptee to adoptee power

Simon selects an array of adoptee voices, provides a comfortable space for intimacy, all focused on healing; what could be better?

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