Stephanie Kostopoulos & Beth Demme

Discovering Our Scars

Steph & Beth

  • What's in a Name?

What's in a Name?

Friday 26th March 2021

Steph and Beth discuss the link between names and identity, sharing personal stories and exploring the emotional impact of names.
31 minutes
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Discovering Our Scars
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Stephanie Kostopoulos & Beth Demme
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Categories:
Sexual Stigmas & Myths
Recovery from Trauma
Relationships & Community
Healing Relationships
Religion & Spirituality
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Names and Identity: A Deep Dive with Steph and Beth

I also know, and I actually know a couple of people that have changed their name because of um, from hurts that have happened with those names.
Ever wondered how much your name shapes who you are? In this episode of 'Discovering Our Scars', hosts Steph and Beth get real about the connection between names and identity. Beth opens up about her middle-school attempt to go by her full name, Elizabeth, and shares the heartfelt story behind changing her children's names after adoption. She explains how renaming her kids helped give them a sense of belonging and family roots.
Meanwhile, Steph discusses choosing her public-facing name to honor her family's heritage. They also touch on the emotional weight a name can carry, sharing stories of people who have changed their names due to painful associations. Plus, you'll get to hear which nicknames Beth absolutely can't stand! Join Steph and Beth for a candid conversation that goes beyond the surface, diving into how names can influence our sense of self and our connections with others.