Candace Schoner
Candace Schoner
Understanding Adoption: Inside the Loneliness and Disconnection
Understanding Adoption: Inside the Loneliness and Disconnection
Understanding Adoption: Inside the Loneliness and Disconnection
Thursday 25th April 2024
Janet Sherlund reveals her struggles with adoption, sharing experiences of trauma, loneliness, and the search for acceptance in this heartfelt episode.
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Get the buttons here!Adoption's Hidden Struggles: Janet Sherlund's Heartfelt Story
Episode Overview
- Janet's early awareness of being adopted and the sense of mystery surrounding her origins
- The lack of acknowledgment of the trauma and grief of adoption in past societal norms
- The deep impact of feeling untethered and disconnected from a sense of self and biological identity
- Insights into the primal need for connection and the universal yearning for belonging
- Janet's struggles with anxiety, panic attacks, and the lifelong emotional journey of self-discovery
You matter. You're real. And what's in you is there. Just find it and live.
Ever wondered what it's like to grapple with the emotional aftermath of adoption? In this heartfelt episode of 'Speaking Candidly with Candace', host Candace Schoner sits down with author Janet Sherlund to uncover the often overlooked struggles faced by adoptees. Janet opens up about her personal journey, shedding light on the trauma, anxiety, and grief that come with being adopted.
She talks about the profound sense of loneliness and disconnection that many adoptees experience, and how these feelings have shaped her life. This conversation isn't just about highlighting the challenges; it's also about understanding the deep-seated need for connection and acceptance. Janet's story is a poignant reminder of the emotional complexities tied to adoption and the healing power of self-acceptance.
If you've ever felt disconnected or struggled with your identity, this episode offers a compassionate and insightful perspective that might just resonate with you.