She couldn’t handle it.

At 12 years old, she became addicted to drugs and alcohol.

Later on, her stepbrother sexually abused her.

Her comfort zone quickly turned into a nightmare.

Hopeless. Not knowing who to ask for help. She turned to the person that knew her best: herself.

The recovery process began.

12-step program.

Therapy.

Anything or anyone who could offer advice was a fair game.

It was refreshing.

She questioned her existence. Reasons for why she was put on this earth. Got in touch with a higher spirit, God.

All, ultimately leading to her larger purpose, to help other adoptees who may be experiencing similar issues.

Focusing on areas such as:

- Why adoptees should reconnect with their roots

- Importance of adoptee community

- Accepting your past

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:

- On healing: It takes time

- On community: Connect with others in-person

- On future: Trust your instincts

- On life: Don’t take yourself too seriously