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Thriving Adoptees - Let's Thrive

Simon Benn
Adoption
Trauma
Healing
Foster Care
Identity
Mental Health
Parenting
Resilience
Personal Growth
Family Dynamics
Thriving
Community Support
Emotional Intelligence
Adoptees
Open Adoption
Grief
Self-Acceptance
Child Welfare
Self-Improvement
Primal Wound

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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We are told that when we're going through tough stuff, to keep going. But what does that take? More than resilience? Listen in as Jillana talks steadfast tenacity, growth and humility. Powerful!

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Together we thrive. Listen in as Jane dives deep into the power of community to help us navigate the tough times. Uplifting, hopeful and powerful. You're going to love this.

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What's your top priority? How much of the time are you making decisions from that top priority? Listen in as adoptee Janeen shares insights on living from our top priority, being intentional and navigating life's emotional rollercoaster. Inspiring an... more

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Where do we find the courage to keep going no matter what? Claire and her husband were on the point of ending their first fostering placement. They're now raising 9 kids, 6 adopted from foster care, 2 biological kids and another who they are in the p... more

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Rebecca Dominguez
Active in the adoption community; helped advocate for adoptee inclusion; involved with related media projects
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Jennifer Hartwig
Guest speaker providing perspectives on thriving and the role of opportunities and supports
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Episode: Weathering Storms With Joanne Morales, Jennifer Hartwig and Rebecca Dominguez
Joanne Morales
Speaker focusing on stability, tools, and trauma-informed approaches in adoption/foster care
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Episode: Weathering Storms With Joanne Morales, Jennifer Hartwig and Rebecca Dominguez
Audra Bullock
Former NASA electrical engineer, adoptive/foster parent, nonprofit founder
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Episode: Leaning In With Audra Bullock
Roberto Marin
Italian adoptee and author of Despite It All, I Made It Through
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Episode: You Can Make It Through With R Marin
Jackie Kouhi
Guest, from Triad Family Services
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Episode: Becoming With Jackie Kouhi
Karen Capson
Adoption professional and adoptive mom
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Episode: Malleable With Karen Capson
Andy Wullaert
Adoptee, author, speaker
Episode: Comfortably Unresolved With Andy Wullaert

Host

Simon
Host of Thriving Adoptees

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 62 ratings
  • Great information

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dana Hargus
    United Statesa year ago
  • 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 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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MonicaHall
    United States2 years ago
  • 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?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Flokoul
    United States2 years ago
  • Thriving Adoptees Going Strong

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emma Stevens Writer
    United States2 years ago
  • Thriving Together

    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!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Adoptee Lisa Ann
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners praise the depth and honesty of conversations, noting the show's compassionate, non-judgmental atmosphere.
Guests are described as diverse and insightful, offering practical guidance and personal stories.
The host is seen as warm, curious, and helpful, creating a safe space for difficult topics.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Joy with Joy Rigby
Q: How has your understanding of identity and motherhood evolved over the years?
Identity is dynamic and influenced by external and internal factors; motherhood reshapes self-perception, priorities, and how one navigates protecting a child's story while honoring one's own journey as an adoptee and as a parent.
Joy with Joy Rigby
Q: What does thriving mean to you, personally and professionally?
Joy describes thriving as an ongoing journey that involves aligning inner and outer life, embracing peaks and valleys, and continually exploring what fits across all roles, including being a mother and a professional advocate for children in foster care.
Becoming With Jackie Kouhi
Q: How do you see self-actualization in everyday life?
She explains self-actualization as a step beyond survival—becoming who you are, aligning with your values, relationships, and work, and moving away from fear-based living.
Becoming With Jackie Kouhi
Q: What does thriving mean to you?
Jackie describes thriving as going far beyond surviving, personalized for each person, and connected to gratitude, groundedness, and ongoing growth rather than a fixed state.
True Grit With Nicole Fowler
Q: What have you learned about yourself through motherhood?
She highlights the importance of relationships, community, and the balance between personal well-being and being present for her children.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Thriving Adoptees

What is Thriving Adoptees about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A reflective, in-depth show centered on adoptee healing, thriving, and post-traumatic growth. Conversations span trauma, identity, parenting, and community—often weaving personal narratives with practical frameworks for resilience, coping, and mindful living. A notable pattern is pairing adoptees with adoption professionals, therapists, and advocates to explore concrete strategies (like mindfulness, TBRI, internal family systems) while also probing deeper questions of belonging, open adoption, and self-actualization. The format tends to be intimate and exploratory, often blending philosophical perspectives with actionable takeaways, making it appealing to listeners navigating adoption journeys, caregiver dynamics, and healing paths.

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1. Once Upon A Time...In Adopteeland
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4. Adoption Pop!
5. The Mel Robbins Podcast

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Recent guests on Thriving Adoptees include:

1. Joy Rigby
2. Rebecca Dominguez
3. Jennifer Hartwig
4. Joanne Morales
5. Audra Bullock
6. Roberto Marin
7. Jackie Kouhi
8. Karen Capson

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