A chat with Doug and his side of the story about adopting four kids. He also walks back in time with how he grew up and some things he overcame to progress in his career and life!

Elizabeth talks about her experience growing up as a middle child and her journey with her cochlear implant. One of the most courageous talks to date about gaining confidence and facing insecurities.

Part 2 continued with Brian on the topic of relationships and experiences. We also spent some time talking about our opinions on social media cleanses, and AI.

Brian talks about his journey with losing a parent to alcoholism, grief, and overcoming challenges as a kid and even today. Brian shares more about the influences in his life and shares advice from his experiences.

It has been such a fun past 8 episodes and I want to pause and say hi to all of the new listeners + give a recap and re-intro to Common and Courageous. This podcast is about everything adoption, family, and relationships. I want everyone to walk away feeling uplifted and to find relatability in these conversations/experiences.

Asked ChatGPT some questions: https://openai.com/blog/chatgpt

In episode 3 we talked to Kenzie and heard her adoption story. Listen in to her BIOLOGICAL MOM, Aubrey, tell her side of the adoption story. This episode is incredibly special as Aubrey talks through finding out she was pregnant at 15, navigating high school, adoption, family, relationships, grief, forgiveness, and who she is today.

AC chats about OCD, life, love, and relationships! Listen in to hear two friends chat about relatable moments.

Ironman, doctor, wife to a farmer, hunter, sister, daughter, friend, and mom dives into ALL of the relationship things. You will not want to miss this episode with Lauren.

Thus far on Common and Courageous, we have talked a lot about adoption and this week we are jumping into a relationship category! This podcast is incredibly special with our guest Shelbi who discovered at 16 that she had a disability that would alter her entire outlook. This is one of the most courageous talks I have ever had with someone - she holds an incredible outlook on faith, kindness, love, living with grief, anxiety, laughter, and so much more.

https://www.ajesuschurch.org/

https://alphausa.org/

https://www.losisterconference.com/

Jeff shares his story about being a principal at a continuation school, and his unique story of adoption with his son. See the link below for resources mentioned in this podcast:

https://www.abcusd.us/