Welcome to a profound exploration of the emotional terrain that accompanies the beautiful journey of adoption! As a life coach and fellow adoptee, I understand the deep significance of adoption and the complexities it brings to the lives of both parents and children. In this heartfelt blog post, we will delve into the seven core issues of adoption: loss, rejection, grief, identity, control, guilt/shame, and intimacy/relationships. Embrace this voyage of understanding, healing, and growth, as we shed light on the emotional aspects of adoption and how to navigate them with compassion and strength.

What do you put up with because you fear rejection? For years I was your Yes girl. Whatever I was asked to do, I said yes to. Even if I was not asked, I volunteered.

When I was home schooling our 7 kids, I said yes to being a Cub scout leader, Co-op teacher, and anything else I was asked to do. I barely had time for it all and it caused me much stress. Years later, I realized I was a people pleaser.