
The Empowered Adoptee Podcast
We are helping to empower and heal the adoptee community by creating a safe space to share stories, tools, and learn new skills to navigate adoptee life.
Podcasting since 2024 • 58 episodes
The Empowered Adoptee Podcast
Latest Episodes
Visiting Korea as an Adoptee: What No One Tells You
Get ready for an incredibly validating and eye-opening discussion for adoptees preparing for (or processing) a visit to Korea. Laurie and Claire share vulnerably about their experiences visiting Korea and all the feelings, emotions, and awarene...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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1:10:35

Understanding Attachment Styles as Adoptees: How Early Bonding Shapes Our Relationships
In this episode of The Empowered Adoptee Podcast, we explore attachment theory—a powerful psychological framework that helps us understand how we connect, love, and feel safe in relationships.We take a closer look at th...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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1:20:58

Vagus Nerve Activation Tools for Adoptees
In this episode, we delve into how adoptees can find their path back to calm and connection by tapping into the power of the vagus nerve. This crucial nerve helps regulate your nervous system and supports feelings of safety and belonging.
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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24:26

Honoring Our Truth: The Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Findings & Their Impact on Adoptees
In this episode, we dive into the shocking findings of South Korea’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission, which has exposed systemic fraud and human rights violations in the country’s international adoption program. With over 140,000 Korean ado...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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1:00:57

A Panel Discussion with Nate Choi and Kirsten Mathis: Advocating For Our Rights and Expressing Our Truth
In this special panel discussion, we sit down with fellow Korean adoptees Nate Choi and Kirsten Mathis to explore the complexities of the adoptee experience—from finding strength in community to navigating deeply personal emotions. Together, we...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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1:18:39
