
Let's thrive. Thriving Adoptees helps adoptees thrive. What does thriving mean to you? Healing? Post Traumatic Growth? Evolving? Listen in as we explore what's helped adoptees do all that... Email me at simon@thrivingadoptees.com if you'd like to have a chat about being a guest on the show. There have been 93,000 downloads of the show since launch in April 2021.
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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 embracing growth. Simon creates a safe space for honest, vulnerable conversations that feel more like spiritual awakenings than interviews. Raw, insightful, and transformative, this podcas... more
Simon selects an array of adoptee voices, provides a comfortable space for intimacy, all focused on healing; what could be better?
It’s no wonder Thriving Adoptees is celebrating with 500 episodes! I am an adoptee that absolutely appreciates the messages of hope and growth that both Simon and his guests boldly speak. These episodes provide us all with the invitation of: What if we were to challenge our thoughts and tell ourselves a new story? One that’s more accurate and provides empowering thoughts and beliefs, instead of staying stuck in the same place and ways of thinking.
adoption Simon’s podcast covers a wide range of topics, including mindfulness, self-care, and relationships. This diversity ensures that there's always something for everyone, regardless of their interests or adoption journey circumstances. A binge-worthy show!
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This show centers on adoption, foster care, trauma, and resilience, with conversations that blend personal narratives, psychology, faith, and practical parenting insights. Guests range from adoptees and birth-family perspectives to professionals in adoption services and foster care, all focused on thriving beyond trauma. Listeners can expect deep, honest explorations of identity, belonging, and healing, often framed by real-world parenting challenges and community support. A notable strength is the ability to surface vulnerable experiences while offering actionable ideas for building healthier family dynamics and personal growth.
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Recent guests on Thriving Adoptees include:
1. Barb Dewey
2. Jenn Meyer
3. Mercedes Bristol
4. Kirti Pickard
5. Chris Johnson
6. Wes Kuehl
7. Rhiannon Franklin
8. Robin Sizemore
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