In this episode of Color Shift, Nathan sits down with Amy, a Black transracial adoptee who was adopted at just two months old and primarily raised by a single white mother in Rhode Island. Amy reflects on what it was like growing up in a predominantly white environment and how those early experiences shaped her understanding of identity, race, and belonging.

Amy speaks candidly about her adoption story and the complicated realities that can exist within adoptive families. She shares openly about her decision to go no-contact with her adoptive mother and what it meant for her to make that choice. With honesty and clarity, Amy discusses the emotional weight of setting boundaries and the process of redefining family on her own terms.

Throughout the conversation, Amy explores the intersections of race, adoption, and self-discovery, and what it has looked like for her to claim her own voice as an adult adoptee. Her willingness to talk about the difficult parts—while still holding space for growth and reflection—makes this a deeply honest and powerful conversation.

This episode speaks to the complexities many adoptees carry but don’t always feel safe expressing out loud. Amy’s story is one of truth-telling, agency, and the ongoing journey of understanding who you are beyond the narratives others may have written for you.

Where you can find Amy: 

Tik tok: @divinely.amyy
Instagram: @amyjacksonhouse
Facebook: Amy Jackson House

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