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⚾ MLB Spring Training 2026 is underway, and Episode 480 of The Chasers Dugout Report dives deep into the World Baseball Classic, MLB's ABS Challenge system, and the Angels ownership controversy.Kevin L. Warren and Alvin Clawson analyze:• WBC 2026 tournament format and Team USA gold expectations• Strategic bullpen and pitch count management• ABS Challenge system and automated strike zone technology• MLB rule changes improving pace and athleticism• Angels ownership comments and payroll debate• Top MLB prospects for 2026
Tony Clark resigns from the MLBPA amid controversy. ESPN ends Sunday Night Baseball after 36 years. NBC signs a massive $27B NBA media deal. NCAA debates tournament expansion. The NBA considers anti-tanking rule changes. The Dolphins cut Tyreek Hill. USA Women's Hockey wins Olympic gold against Canada.This episode of Sports Chasers Thursday Night Live breaks down the biggest structural and financial shifts across MLB, NBA, NCAA, NFL, and Olympic hockey.
Episode 478 – Ice Cold Facts: Olympic Hockey Dominance & NHL Trade Deadline ChaosIn this segment from Thursday Night Live, Dan K. “The Hockey Dude” delivers a comprehensive Olympic hockey breakdown and NHL trade analysis.
Sports Chasers Podcast Episode 478 (Thursday Night LIVE) delivers an objective, no-narrative breakdown of the biggest storylines across sports: Super Bowl fallout and the defense vs entertainment debate, Cleveland Browns “data-driven” messaging vs on-field results, NCAA eligibility disputes moving into federal court, MLB payroll imbalance fueled by the Dodgers' luxury tax spending, the NBA tanking crisis and what it says about league integrity, Olympic hockey updates, the NHL trade deadline outlook, and the ongoing WNBA labor dispute.If you're tired of recycled takes and want real sports conversation—this one's for Chasers Nation.⭐ Highlighted Chapter (SEO Feature)43:30 — NBA Tanking Crisis: Utah Jazz Fine, Draft Incentives & Fan DisrespectA hard look at how tanking impacts competitive integrity, ticket buyers, and the league's credibility—plus what accountability should actually look like.
Super Bowl 60 reignited the debate: boring game or defensive brilliance?On this episode of Sports Chasers Podcast – Monday Night Football Blitz, Kevin L. Warren and D-Dubbz Warren analyze how Seattle's defense controlled the game, why mistake-free quarterback play still wins championships, and what this Super Bowl says about modern NFL expectations.
The NBA Trade Deadline takes center stage in this episode of Sports Chasers Podcast – The Crossover featuring Ryan DeSouza.The panel delivers a no-narrative, objective breakdown of league-shifting trades, Giannis Antetokounmpo rumors, Ja Morant's future, and roster decisions from contenders and rebuilds alike — including the Cavaliers, Clippers, Knicks, Hornets, Rockets, Pistons, Jazz, Warriors, and Thunder.Highlighted Segment:
The Sports Chasers Episode 476 delivers a deep-dive into the NBA Trade Deadline and a full Super Bowl Seahawks vs Patriots preview.
The Sports Chasers Podcast delivers objective sports analysis without narratives or manufactured takes.In this episode, Kevin L. Warren, Ryan DeSouza, D-Dubbz, and DA tackle the controversy surrounding Bill Belichick's Hall of Fame voting, billionaire influence in college football, NIL eligibility inconsistencies, and major NBA storylines — including Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors and **LeBron James' comments on the modern NBA grind.
Episode 474 – Revolutionizing Sports Medicine with Dr. Tommy RheeIn this episode of the Sports Chasers Podcast – Interview Sessions, host Kevin L. Warren interviews Dr. Tommy Rhee, a leading voice in sports chiropractic and regenerative medicine innovation.Dr. Rhee shares insights from working with elite collegiate, professional, and combat-sports athletes while explaining why topical, needle-free regenerative platforms may represent the future of recovery, longevity, and performance.
The Sports Chasers Podcast – Episode 473 delivers a comprehensive breakdown of Championship Sunday, highlighting how coaching decisions, defensive execution, and organizational stability shaped the road to Super Bowl LX.Kevin L. Warren and the Sports Chasers panel analyze the Patriots' gritty snow win, the Seahawks' NFC Championship thriller, Sam Darnold's resurgence, and why teams like the Jets and Cardinals continue to struggle due to poor infrastructure.
Episode 471 of the Sports Chasers Podcast delivers objective analysis on the biggest stories in sports business and competition.We break down the Duke NIL lawsuit and transfer portal implications, debate Jeanie Buss' public comments on LeBron James, analyze NFL coaching hires, examine WNBA CBA financial realities, and preview Championship Sunday matchups.
Indiana finishes 16-0 and claims its first College Football Playoff National Championship, defeating Miami 27–21 in a tightly contested title game.The Sports Chasers crew breaks down:Conservative vs aggressive play-calling in championship settingsGame-changing special teams errorsQuarterback decision-making under pressureDefensive mismatches that went uncorrectedThe growing Big Ten vs SEC championship debate
NFL Divisional Round analysis, playoff coaching decisions, quarterback performance, and defensive football truths headline Episode 469 of the Sports Chasers Podcast.Joined by Adam & Tony from the Two Bald Guys Sports Podcast, the crew breaks down why turnovers matter more than analytics, how coaching accountability shapes franchises, and why defense and ball control still win championships.
⚾ Sports Chasers Podcast – The Dugout Report | Episode 468 features Darrell “D-Dubbz” Warren at the helm, breaking down the most polarizing MLB offseason in recent memory.Joined by MLB Insider Alvin Clawson and The D.A., the crew dives into the Dodgers' massive Kyle Tucker signing, Mets and Cubs offseason pivots, and the growing debate over MLB spending, competitive balance, and lockout rumors.This episode delivers real baseball conversation — informed, objective, and unapologetically honest.
The Sports Chasers delivers a Special Saturday Morning College Football Edition of the Monday Night Football Blitz, breaking down the College Football Playoff Semifinals and previewing the Indiana vs Miami National Championship.Indiana's shocking 56-22 dismantling of Oregon sparks a deep conversation on discipline, coaching, and execution over star power. Miami's 31-27 Fiesta Bowl thriller against Ole Miss reignites debates around officiating, toughness, and whether “The U” is truly back.
Episode 463 of the Sports Chasers Podcast delivers deep analysis and bold predictions across college football, the NFL playoffs, and the NBA trade landscape.
College athletics are facing an existential crisis in Episode 462 of Sports Chasers – Interview Sessions. Host Kevin L. Warren sits down with CPA, CFA, and author Thomas A. McGovern to explore the destabilizing effects of NIL laws, threats to tax-exempt status, and the push toward professionalization that could upend the financial model of NCAA sports.McGovern shares expert financial insight, explains why the current system is under threat, and highlights the urgent need for national regulation and federal involvement to protect non-revenue programs and preserve amateur sports.
The Pittsburgh Steelers once again prove why experience, toughness, and leadership matter most in January football.On this explosive episode of The Monday Night Football Blitz, the Sports Chasers crew breaks down the Steelers' gritty win over the Ravens, the missed kick that changed everything, and the unfair backlash aimed at Lamar Jackson after another playoff heartbreak.From there, the chaos spreads across the league.
In this Interview Sessions episode of the Sports Chasers Podcast, Kevin L. Warren and Dan K. sit down with elite mindset coach Sandy Cohan to explore the psychology behind peak athletic performance.Sandy shares insights from working with Olympians and professional athletes, explaining how mindset, discipline, and daily mental habits shape championship outcomes. The conversation also covers youth sports, parenting athletes, social media pressure, and how elite competitors reset after mistakes.
NFL Week 17 delivered chaos, controversy, and playoff drama
Send us a textForgiveness without access. That single reframe changes how you heal, set boundaries, and stop returning to what hurts.Most of us were taught forgiveness means reconciliation that if you've truly forgiven someone, they get to come back. But forgiveness is releasing the war with reality, not granting someone access to your life.Here's why you keep going back: you can't forgive what you haven't grieved. We skip straight to "I forgive you" without letting ourselves feel how devastated, betrayed, or disappointed we are. When you honor grief in your body instead of bypassing it in your head, you stop waiting for apologies and start choosing your freedom.We explore:The difference between naming harm and blaming (so you keep your power)Why seeing people as they are not their potential protects your energyHow to recognize discernment vs. the wound's voice (that "you're being cold" feeling isn't your conscience)What to do when nostalgia hits and your nervous system craves the familiarReal examples: family pressure to reconcile, friendship harm, co-parenting realitiesConversation can offer clarity, but reconciliation requires evidence of change not just hope. Love can say no. You can forgive, hold a boundary, and keep a soft heart with a strong back.Healing isn't about being nice; it's about being free.If this episode resonates, like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs to hear this. Leave a review so more people can find these tools.Support the show
Send us a textAre you settling for crumbs when your life is calling you to the whole meal? We open with a clear look at why so many of us accept scraps of connection and approval texts that trickle in, one-sided friendships, invitations that feel like obligations and why that pattern can feel safer than being alone. The truth is simpler and braver: a worthiness wound trains the nervous system to seek familiar rejection and then uses each disappointment as proof that we aren't enough. Once you name the ache, the intensity drops, and the loop loses its grip.We unpack a real-world story that mirrors what many endure: paying to be included in spaces that don't want us, then calling it community. From there, we map the shift from shedding season to a power season moving from performing for acceptance to honoring our needs in plain view. Think of it as changing your internal contract: stop earning your seat by overgiving and start choosing rooms where your presence is welcomed, not negotiated. Being alone becomes an informed choice, not abandonment, and it signals to your life that you are no longer available for crumbs.You'll hear practical guidance for what “eating the whole meal” looks like in everyday life: saying no to draining invitations, taking yourself on dates, investing in your well-being without waiting for permission, and holding a boundary even when it feels unfamiliar. We frame it with three clarifying questions to close out the shedding: what you long for, what wound you're protecting, and what risk stands between you and release. As we step into 2026 with the energy of the horse: power, movement, momentum... you'll have language, tools, and courage to run toward what truly wants you and let everything else fall away.If this resonates, follow the show, share it with someone who needs the reminder, and leave a review to help others find it. Your next brave yes starts now.Support the show
The Sports Chasers Monday Night Football Blitz – Episode 457 dives deep into college football playoff flaws, NFL parity, quarterback development, and stadium politics.The crew debates separate championships for Group of Five teams, breaks down Week 16 NFL results, and explains how teams use relocation threats to secure public funding. Insightful, direct, and unbiased sports talk for real fans.
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On this episode of the Sports Chasers Podcast – Monday Night Football Blitz (Ep. 451), Kevin L. Warren and Darrell “DDubbz” Warren go all-in on College Football Playoff chaos and a wild NFL Week 14.We open with the 12-team CFP format, why some matchups feel like blowouts waiting to happen, and how the Notre Dame CFP snub exposes shaky criteria and bias against independents. Then we tackle the devaluation of bowl games, opt-outs, NIL, and the emerging “playoff or bust” mindset.In the NFL, we hit all the big storylines: the Bills' snow-game comeback vs. the Bengals, Jaguars taking control of the AFC South, Daniel Jones' season-ending injury and the Colts' desperate pursuit of Philip Rivers, the Saints' upset over the Bucs, Steelers–Ravens drama, Packers–Bears classic, and whether the Chiefs dynasty is crumbling after the Texans' statement win.⭐ Featured Podcast Chapter (Highlighted):23:27 – Notre Dame's Snub & The Independence ProblemWhy the Irish were left out, how independence hurts them in the committee room, and whether joining a conference is now mandatory for CFP relevance.Hit follow and leave a review if you're rocking with #ChasersNation.
Send us a textWe reframe shame as a protector and guide you through a simple somatic practice to meet what it guards. We share how negative bias binds your story and how gentle curiosity opens space for change and choice.• shame functions as a bodyguard, not a villain• negative bias fuses with identity and narrows choice• looping personal narratives as a false form of safety• somatic check-in with hand-on-body to invite expression• curiosity and gentleness as tools for integration• reclaiming the whole story to restore freedom• building nervous system safety to face pain• evolving awareness to see others with compassionIf you found anything of value in this podcast, I ask you to share it. It may be the medicine that somebody is waiting for. Please like, subscribe, and share. Help build this community.Support the show
THE CROSSOVER – WNBA CBA Battle & NBA Trade Smoke w/ Ryan DeSouza Clips from Episode 450 (Full video: https://www.youtube.com/live/lgwSIH_Rbug?si=FLDiwfChINhiywR-)In this episode clip, Sports Chasers NBA & WNBA Insider Ryan DeSouza breaks down the WNBA's fight for revenue sharing, the push for a more modern CBA, and why players want a fairer percentage as league popularity rises.Then Ryan shifts to the NBA landscape, including:Chris Paul's declining role with the ClippersGiannis Antetokounmpo trade speculationThe Knicks' dilemma: Superstar or team chemistry?Giannis vs Carmelo Anthony career comparisonSurprise teams shaping the 2025 NBA season. This clip delivers sharp insight and strong opinion from “The Crossover”—your weekly home for elite NBA/WNBA breakdowns. ⭐ Highlighted Podcast Chapter13:26 – Chris Paul's Future & Giannis-to-Knicks Trade Smoke Ryan examines CP3's diminishing influence, superstar aging curves, and whether the Knicks should push all their chips in for Giannis.
This podcast clip features Dan K — The Hockey Dude, delivering his weekly Ice Cold Facts segment with a full breakdown of the NHL landscape.He covers:New York Rangers' home-ice issuesColorado Avalanche dominanceWhy the Edmonton Oilers can't stop bleeding goalsThe Penguins vs Lightning showdownPacific Division standings shakeupEmerging stars like Connor BedardGoalie trade predictionsThe WINTER CLASSIC headed to MIAMIThe Olympic-size rink controversyAnd MUCH more from around the league
This Interview Sessions episode features an in-depth conversation with Shellee Howard, founder of College Ready and CR Future, one of the nation's leading college admissions strategists. Host Kevin L. Warren and the Sports Chasers crew explore scholarships, debt-free college planning, student-athlete recruitment, financial literacy, and the secrets to building a competitive, balanced college application.Listeners will hear Shellee's proven strategies for: • Avoiding student loan debt • Increasing scholarship opportunities • Strengthening leadership, service, and branding • Navigating the NIL era responsibly • Planning early for academic & athletic success • Building a strong parent-student partnershipThis is a must-listen for student-athletes, educators, and families preparing for college in 2025 and beyond.This episode is a must-watch for parents, high school athletes, coaches, and counselors navigating the changing landscape of college admissions in 2025.
Send us a textWhat happens when a high school English paper becomes a 911 call that saves a family?In this deeply vulnerable episode, fractional COO and horsewoman Kallai Plummer takes us through her transformation from survival mode single mother to conscious parent and the therapy journey that made it possible. We open with a grounding breathwork practice before diving into the messy, beautiful work of healing generational trauma.Kallai reveals how her daughter's cry for help became her own catalyst for change, leading both mother and daughter into parallel therapy journeys with the same therapist. The result? A complete rewiring of their relationship, from angry silence to radical honesty.In this episode, you'll discover:How to recognize your nervous system as a "wild stallion" you can ride, not tameThe difference between integration and suppression in trauma workWhy returning to horses after 20 years became narrative alchemy for KallaiThe parking lot mishap that revealed everything about reparentingHow to listen without fixing when your child (or anyone) shares painWhy generational trauma is really about nervous system replicationPractical somatic tools for regulation in everyday momentsHow to build a business that doesn't run you (boundaries as nervous system care)This isn't a quick-fix episode. It's a honest map for the long game of healing complete with therapy hangovers, next-morning lifts, and the courage to show up differently than you were raised. Whether you're a parent, leader, or anyone committed to breaking cycles, Kallai's story offers both permission and practical tools.Connect with Kallai:Instagram: @_kalandcoWebsite: www.thekalandco.com/linksPodcast: That Big CEO Energy"You have an opportunity to embrace what will happen and what you can make happen, and you have an opportunity to write it differently." - Kallai PlummerSubscribe for more trauma-informed conversations that honor the mess and celebrate the integration.Support the show
Send us a textWhat if mental health isn't something you're diagnosed with—but something you train daily, like physical fitness?Arnold Beekes watched the mental health system fail his sister. Institutions prioritized filling seats over healing people. Two of her classmates died by suicide that same week. That bike ride home changed everything.A former corporate executive turned global citizen, Arnold created "brain fitness"—a preventative approach to mental and emotional well-being that treats your mind like you treat your body: strengthen it before it breaks.IN THIS EPISODE:Why mental health cases exploded from 197 million (1952) to 2.4 billion (2024)—and it's not just population growthThe difference between "mental illness" (the label) and mental wellness (the practice)How Arnold's near-fatal car crash forced him to rebuild his relationship with movement and safetyThe "inner cheerleader" technique that replaces self-criticism with self-compassionWhy his sister's story taught him the hardest lesson about boundaries and willingnessThree demanding but simple principles: be kind, be present, be creativePractical tools: nasal breathing, daily walks, and making space for emotions without drowning in themGUEST RESOURCES:Arnold Beekes Website: braingym.fitness Book: "The Adventures of Doctor Alfred Moore" 15-Week Program: "From Fitting In to Flying Out" Masterclasses available on: Curiosity, Emotions, Habits, Aging, UniquenessSupport the show
Send us a text"What if the smartest part of your brain is the one that learned to hide?"We start with a grounding practice to meet the body where it is, then sit with therapist and podcast host Malisa Hepner to unpack how the "golden child" mask, complex trauma, and perfectionism can quietly fracture a life—and how she pieced it back together.In this conversation:Trauma as separation from self, not just "bad events"Why high achievers often carry hidden hypervigilanceThe spiritual awakening that felt like rewiring in real timePlanning a suicide date—and the unexpected relief that created space to rebuildLaunching Emotionally Unavailable podcast imperfectly on purposeHospice lessons on presence when words failThe difference between being "healed" and living in ongoing healingMalisa reframes tears as movement, not weakness. She offers hard-won language for the "fine while drowning" experience. And she proves that emotional availability isn't a badge—it's messy, daily practice.Connect with Malisa Hepner here: empoweredwithmalisahepner.orgIf you've ever felt like you had it together on paper but were quietly unraveling, this conversation offers tools, language, and a kinder map home.
Send us a textJoin Jimmy Clare on The CrazyFitnessGuy® Show for an enlightening conversation with Jeremy Grier and Zach Tucker, the dynamic duo behind the popular podcast, The Fit Mess. In this episode, they delve into the importance of vulnerability in men's mental health and share their personal journeys of overcoming adversity. Discover how Jeremy and Zach transformed their struggles into a platform for helping others, discussing topics from anxiety and depression to the power of curiosity in personal growth. They also touch on the significance of open conversations about feelings and the impact of societal expectations on men's mental health. Episode Highlights: - The struggles of being vulnerable in a traditionally stoic culture - Tips on how to start sharing feelings with friends and loved ones - The role of therapy and physical activity in managing mental health - Insights from their experiences interviewing notable guests in the wellness space Don't miss this insightful episode packed with motivation, practical advice, and a reminder that it's okay to not be okay.00:00 This episode of CrazyFitnessGuy Show was created using Podcastle04:05 Today's guests are Jeremy Grier and Zach Tucker05:12 Jeremy and I started podcasting to help others improve their lives11:00 Why do you think some men are not willing to talk about mental health15:47 How can men starFree AI Based Chrome productivity blocker defends against websites, keywords, and adult content PodcastlePodcastle is the easiest way to edit, transcribe, and so much more with AI all in one place!Block PEveryone likes a safer internet thats why I like Block P that makes it safer for everyone!DeepstashLearn new things every day!TickTick To Do ListJoin millions of people to capture ideas, organize to-dos, and make the most of your lifeBreath Work In BedFall Asleep 3x Faster & Wake Up Refreshed – No Pills, Just BreathDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showFollow Jimmy & CrazyFitnessGuy https://c.f.g.crazyfitnessguy.com/ https://jimmy.crazyfitnessguy.com/ Leave Us A Review https://www.crazyfitnessguy.com/reviews/new/ Help Support CrazyFitnessGuyWe are not backed by investors or big corporate companies. CFG is an Indie Podcaster!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379712/subscribe https://mall.crazyfitnessguy.com/https://www.crazyfitnessguy.com/support/ Want To Be A Guest? Want to be a guest on The CrazyFitnessGuy® Show? Send Jimmy Crazyfitnessguy a message on PodMatch, here: https://bit.ly/message-cfg-podmatch Fitness Disclaimer: For educational purposes only. Consult a healthcare professional before making any health or fitness changes. Don't rely on this information as a substitute for medical advice.
Subscriber-only episodeSend us a textUnlock to get early access Join an intimate conversation with two visionary thought leaders as they shed light on the transformative power of vulnerability in men's mental health. With unflinching honesty, they share their personal odysseys of resilience and triumph, illuminating the path to healing and growth.Delve into the episode's key takeaways, including:- The courage to defy societal norms and embrace emotional expression- Practical strategies for fostering open dialogue and meaningful connections- The interplay between mental well-being, physical activity, and therapy- Inspiring stories from the forefront of the wellness movementImmerse yourself in this profoundly insightful discussion, replete with actionable wisdom and a profound reminder that vulnerability is a beacon of strength.Free AI Based Chrome productivity blocker defends against websites, keywords, and adult content Follow Jimmy & CrazyFitnessGuy https://c.f.g.crazyfitnessguy.com/ https://jimmy.crazyfitnessguy.com/ Leave Us A Review https://www.crazyfitnessguy.com/reviews/new/ Help Support CrazyFitnessGuyWe are not backed by investors or big corporate companies. CFG is an Indie Podcaster!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379712/subscribe https://mall.crazyfitnessguy.com/https://www.crazyfitnessguy.com/support/ Want To Be A Guest? Want to be a guest on The CrazyFitnessGuy® Show? Send Jimmy Crazyfitnessguy a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/crazyfitnessguy Fitness Disclaimer: For educational purposes only. Consult a healthcare professional before making any health or fitness changes. Don't rely on this information as a substitute for medical advice.
Send us a textJoin us for an unforgettable conversation about the transformative power of true friendship and vulnerability. Discover how the unwavering support of others can help you overcome even the darkest challenges and find hope in the most unexpected places.Tune in for:Heartfelt stories of struggle and resilienceInspiring examples of the impact of true friendshipPractical advice on cultivating meaningful relationshipsBecome a member of CrazyFitnessGuy Elite Podcast to unlock early access and support our show!Free AI Based Chrome productivity blocker defends against websites, keywords, and adult content PodcastlePodcastle is the easiest way to edit, transcribe, and so much more with AI all in one place!Block PEveryone likes a safer internet thats why I like Block P that makes it safer for everyone!DeepstashLearn new things every day!TickTick To Do ListJoin millions of people to capture ideas, organize to-dos, and make the most of your lifeBreath Work In BedFall Asleep 3x Faster & Wake Up Refreshed – No Pills, Just BreathDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showFollow Jimmy & CrazyFitnessGuy https://c.f.g.crazyfitnessguy.com/ https://jimmy.crazyfitnessguy.com/ Leave Us A Review https://www.crazyfitnessguy.com/reviews/new/ Help Support CrazyFitnessGuyWe are not backed by investors or big corporate companies. CFG is an Indie Podcaster!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379712/subscribe https://mall.crazyfitnessguy.com/https://www.crazyfitnessguy.com/support/ Want To Be A Guest? Want to be a guest on The CrazyFitnessGuy® Show? Send Jimmy Crazyfitnessguy a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/crazyfitnessguy Fitness Disclaimer: For educational purposes only. Consult a healthcare professional before making any health or fitness changes. Don't rely on this information as a substitute for medical advice.
We are nearing the end of 2024! With the coming of the new year, it's routine to think about changes we could make to start fresh from the jump. Today let's chat about what some small changes (and a mind-blowing concept) can do towards bringing the changes we all want to see in our lives. More healing, more peace, self-love, and feeling like we finally found HOME. I also update you on last week's personal conundrum... and I know you'll want to hear about it. Connect With Melissa: -Email Melissa here: mindyourownkarma@gmail.com -Click here for the Mind Your Own Karma Website -Click here for Somatic Mindful Guided Imagery -Find Mind Your Own Karma on Facebook -Find Mind Your Own Karma on Instagram -Find Mind Your Own Karma on YouTube -Click here for a comprehensive list of adoptee/adoptee trauma-informed practitioners. Dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. ________ WANT TO BE A GUEST? (click to email mindyourownkarma@gmail.com) Mind Your Own Karma – The Adoption Chronicles Podcast educates listeners on the realities of adoption through the stories of adoptees, birth parents, and adoptive parents. We delve into their journeys, exploring identity, the emotional impacts of adoption, and the complexities that are involved when a child is removed from their biology. We also tackle tough topics like transracial adoption and adoption ethics, featuring experts and advocates. By sharing these diverse perspectives we hope to not only educate the world, but also give hope and healing to those deeply affected by adoption trauma. *** This podcast's mission is on adoption education. If you have an expertise that you think would be beneficial to anyone touched by adoption and would like to be on the podcast, get in touch with me. #adopt #adoption #adoptee #adopteevoices #adopteesspeak #adoptionpodcast #adopteepodcast #mindyourownkarma #primalwound #adopted #adoptionjourney #thefog #adoptionfog #adoptiveparents #birthmother #constellationconversation #firesideadoptees #grief #emotionalpain #adoptionawareness #birthfamily #biologicalfamily #changemylife #wereadopting #helpimadopted #adoptionlife #adoptiontrauma #emotionalhealing #whoami #smgi #somatichealing #ancestry #ancestrydna #23andme #dna --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/melissa-ann-brunetti/support
In this episode, I share a personal situation between myself and my birth mother. I don't have all the answers, and I ask you, my listeners, what do you think? Have you ever experienced this, or have you noticed your trauma has caused you to misunderstand others' intentions? Let me know! If you are interested in finding out more about a light hypnotic therapy that can allow release of buried traumas, I want you to know about something called Somatic Mindful Guided Imagery," or SMGI. It's helped me release some key chunks of my adoption trauma, and so much so that I was inspired to become a practitioner. This is my life's work and my purpose. I am now helping clients in my local city in a dedicated healing space, but I also am very excited to offer sessions via video, online. Check out my website if this interests you, because everyone should have hope that their pain can be processed, and I'm telling you, and my clients can tell you, it truly can. To learn more, please visit Somatic Healing Journeys at somatichealingjourneys.com. Connect With Melissa: -Email Melissa here: mindyourownkarma@gmail.com -Click here for the Mind Your Own Karma Website -Click here for Somatic Mindful Guided Imagery -Find Mind Your Own Karma on Facebook -Find Mind Your Own Karma on Instagram -Find Mind Your Own Karma on YouTube -Click here for a comprehensive list of adoptee/adoptee trauma-informed practitioners. Dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. ________ WANT TO BE A GUEST? (click to email mindyourownkarma@gmail.com) Mind Your Own Karma – The Adoption Chronicles Podcast educates listeners on the realities of adoption through the stories of adoptees, birth parents, and adoptive parents. We delve into their journeys, exploring identity, the emotional impacts of adoption, and the complexities that are involved when a child is removed from their biology. We also tackle tough topics like transracial adoption and adoption ethics, featuring experts and advocates. By sharing these diverse perspectives we hope to not only educate the world, but also give hope and healing to those deeply affected by adoption trauma. *** This podcast's mission is on adoption education. If you have an expertise that you think would be beneficial to anyone touched by adoption and would like to be on the podcast, get in touch with me. #adopt #adoption #adoptee #adopteevoices #adopteesspeak #adoptionpodcast #adopteepodcast #mindyourownkarma #primalwound #adopted #adoptionjourney #thefog #adoptionfog #hypnotherapy #adoptiveparents #birthmother #constellationconversation #firesideadoptees #grief #emotionalpain #adoptionawareness #birthfamily #biologicalfamily #adoptiontrauma #emotionaltrauma #emotionalhealing #findmyfamily #smgi #bekind #somatichealing #somaticexperiencing #ancestry #ancestrydna #23andme #adoptionstory #dna #attachmentstyles #reactiveattachmentdisorder #rad #changeyourlife --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/melissa-ann-brunetti/support
Building on last week's episode about feeling stuck, this week I've put together some resources for how to make those changes that keep you feeling stuck, and take control of your life from an empowered space. Below is a link that will take you to a resource, a growing database as a service to the entire adoption community. In the chart below you will find all types of practitioners – coaches, psychotherapists, hypnotherapists, art therapists, and much more. https://unravelingadoption.com/healing/ Connect With Melissa: -Email Melissa here: mindyourownkarma@gmail.com -Click here for the Mind Your Own Karma Website -Click here for Somatic Mindful Guided Imagery -Find Mind Your Own Karma on Facebook -Find Mind Your Own Karma on Instagram -Find Mind Your Own Karma on YouTube -Click here for a comprehensive list of adoptee/adoptee trauma-informed practitioners. Dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. ________ WANT TO BE A GUEST? (click to email mindyourownkarma@gmail.com) Mind Your Own Karma – The Adoption Chronicles Podcast educates listeners on the realities of adoption through the stories of adoptees, birth parents, and adoptive parents. We delve into their journeys, exploring identity, the emotional impacts of adoption, and the complexities that are involved when a child is removed from their biology. We also tackle tough topics like transracial adoption and adoption ethics, featuring experts and advocates. By sharing these diverse perspectives we hope to not only educate the world, but also give hope and healing to those deeply affected by adoption trauma. *** This podcast's mission is on adoption education. If you have an expertise that you think would be beneficial to anyone touched by adoption and would like to be on the podcast, get in touch with me. #adopt #adoption #adoptee #adopteevoices #adopteesspeak #adoptionpodcast #adopteepodcast #mindyourownkarma #primalwound #adopted #adoptionjourney #thefog #adoptionfog #hypnotherapy #adoptiveparents #birthmother #constellationconversation #firesideadoptees #grief #emotionalpain #adoptionawareness #birthfamily #biologicalfamily #adoptiontrauma #emotionaltrauma #emotionalhealing #findmyfamily #smgi #bekind #somatichealing #somaticexperiencing #ancestry #ancestrydna #23andme #adoptionstory #dna #attachmentstyles #reactiveattachmentdisorder #rad #changeyourlife --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/melissa-ann-brunetti/support
Welcome back to the show, Karma Crew! I'm excited to reintroduce Julie Brumley, an inspiring adoptee and somatic practitioner who is dedicated to helping fellow adoptees heal and find their identity. Last week she shared her personal adoption journey, giving us a glimpse into how those experiences shaped her and influenced her work. Today, we'll dive deeper into her healing journey and explore how somatic therapy has been a game changer for both her and her clients. Get ready to gain insights into overcoming trauma, fostering a sense of belonging, and uncovering the layers of identity that many adoptees face. Let's welcome Julie back to the show! LINKS: Website - https://www.cominghometoself.co Insta - https://www.instagram.com/juliebrumley_/ FB - https://www.facebook.com/julierasbrum FB community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/theresilienceprojectforadoptees/ Connect With Melissa: -Email Melissa here: mindyourownkarma@gmail.com -Click here for the Mind Your Own Karma Website -Click here for Somatic Mindful Guided Imagery -Find Mind Your Own Karma on Facebook -Find Mind Your Own Karma on Instagram -Find Mind Your Own Karma on YouTube -Click here for a comprehensive list of adoptee/adoptee trauma-informed practitioners. Dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. ________ WANT TO BE A GUEST? (click to email mindyourownkarma@gmail.com) Mind Your Own Karma – The Adoption Chronicles Podcast educates listeners on the realities of adoption through the stories of adoptees, birth parents, and adoptive parents. We delve into their journeys, exploring identity, the emotional impacts of adoption, and the complexities that are involved when a child is removed from their biology. We also tackle tough topics like transracial adoption and adoption ethics, featuring experts and advocates. By sharing these diverse perspectives we hope to not only educate the world, but also give hope and healing to those deeply affected by adoption trauma. *** This podcast's mission is on adoption education. If you have an expertise that you think would be beneficial to anyone touched by adoption and would like to be on the podcast, get in touch with me. #adopt #adoption #adoptee #adopteevoices #adopteesspeak #adoptionpodcast #adopteepodcast #mindyourownkarma #primalwound #adopted #adoptionjourney #thefog #adoptionfog #hypnotherapy #adoptiveparents #birthmother #constellationconversation #firesideadoptees #grief #emotionalpain #adoptionawareness #birthfamily #biologicalfamily #adoptiontrauma #emotionaltrauma #emotionalhealing #findmyfamily #smgi #bekind #somatichealing #somaticexperiencing #ancestry #ancestrydna #23andme #adoptionstory #dna #attachmentstyles #reactiveattachmentdisorder #rad --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/melissa-ann-brunetti/support
After her own birth mother tried to abort her twice, Julie Brumley found herself frozen in an unconscious trauma response for decades until she found the power of somatic trauma healing. Julie is an adoptee and trauma-informed coach who has been coaching men and women for more than 15 years to overcome addictive behaviors and heal the primal trauma of abandonment. She is also the CEO of Coming Home to Self, a company dedicated to helping adoptees heal. Julie now uses somatics, nervous system regulation, personal experience and her masters in counseling to help other adult adoptees find their way out of their own trauma and into a life of radical self-belonging. LINKS: Website - http://www.cominghometoself.co Insta - https://www.instagram.com/juliebrumley_/ FB - https://www.facebook.com/julierasbrum FB community - http://www.facebook.com/groups/theresilienceprojectforadoptees/ Connect With Melissa: -Email Melissa here: mindyourownkarma@gmail.com -Click here for the Mind Your Own Karma Website -Click here for Somatic Mindful Guided Imagery -Find Mind Your Own Karma on Facebook -Find Mind Your Own Karma on Instagram -Find Mind Your Own Karma on YouTube -Click here for a comprehensive list of adoptee/adoptee trauma-informed practitioners. Dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. ________ WANT TO BE A GUEST? (click to email mindyourownkarma@gmail.com) Mind Your Own Karma – The Adoption Chronicles Podcast educates listeners on the realities of adoption through the stories of adoptees, birth parents, and adoptive parents. We delve into their journeys, exploring identity, the emotional impacts of adoption, and the complexities that are involved when a child is removed from their biology. We also tackle tough topics like transracial adoption and adoption ethics, featuring experts and advocates. By sharing these diverse perspectives we hope to not only educate the world, but also give hope and healing to those deeply affected by adoption trauma. *** This podcast's mission is on adoption education. If you have an expertise that you think would be beneficial to anyone touched by adoption and would like to be on the podcast, get in touch with me. #adopt #adoption #adoptee #adopteevoices #adopteesspeak #adoptionpodcast #adopteepodcast #mindyourownkarma #primalwound #adopted #adoptionjourney #thefog #adoptionfog #comeoutofthefog #hypnotherapy #jayshetty #hypnosis #somatic #attachmentstyles #subsconscioushealing #subconscious #whatwasimadefor #adoptiveparents #birthmother #whoami #constellationconversation #firesideadoptees #grief #emotionalpain #adoptionawareness #birthfamily #biologicalfamily #dna #adoptiontrauma #emotionaltrauma #primalwound #emotionalhealing #findmyfamily #smgi #bekind #eatingdisorders #hypnotherapy #somatichealing #somaticexperiencing #listenable #listenablestory #reunion #adopteereunion #ancestry #ancestrydna #23andme #adoptionstory #dna #reactiveattachment #rda #lifecoach #therapy #traumainformed #kundalini #yoga #reikihealing #fostermom #fostersystem --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/melissa-ann-brunetti/support
Adoptees, don't bypass this episode because of a guest foster parent and hopful adopive parent. I think you'll be surprised by a lot that she has to say. Cristal Baez is a dedicated foster mother whose journey into the world of fostering was driven by a profound desire to adopt and create a loving, healing home for children. She is still in the process of adopting and found the journey complex as she navigates not only the foster system, but her foster children's needs and struggles as well. Cristal is also a Spiritual Life Coach and the founder of Love Your Now Comadre, where she empowers others on their journeys of self-discovery and healing, drawing from over a decade of experience in trauma-informed care and crisis intervention. Cristal's journey through personal and professional experiences has fostered a deep understanding of trauma's complexities. She illuminates the layers of identity, loss, and resilience that shape individuals, advocating for healing, authenticity, and community. Her mission is to help others find strength in vulnerability and embrace their spiritual journey. LINKS-- Website- https://www.lyncomadre.com/ Email- cristal@lyncomadre.com YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@LoveYourNowComadre Podcast- https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/love-your-now-comadre Connect With Melissa: -Email Melissa here: mindyourownkarma@gmail.com -Click here for the Mind Your Own Karma Website -Click here for Somatic Mindful Guided Imagery -Find Mind Your Own Karma on Facebook -Find Mind Your Own Karma on Instagram -Find Mind Your Own Karma on YouTube -Click here for a comprehensive list of adoptee/adoptee trauma-informed practitioners. Dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. ________ WANT TO BE A GUEST? (click to email mindyourownkarma@gmail.com) Mind Your Own Karma – The Adoption Chronicles Podcast educates listeners on the realities of adoption through the stories of adoptees, birth parents, and adoptive parents. We delve into their journeys, exploring identity, the emotional impacts of adoption, and the complexities that are involved when a child is removed from their biology. We also tackle tough topics like transracial adoption and adoption ethics, featuring experts and advocates. By sharing these diverse perspectives we hope to not only educate the world, but also give hope and healing to those deeply affected by adoption trauma. *** This podcast's mission is on adoption education. If you have an expertise that you think would be beneficial to anyone touched by adoption and would like to be on the podcast, get in touch with me. #adopt #adoption #adoptee #adopteevoices #adopteesspeak #adoptionpodcast #adopteepodcast #mindyourownkarma #primalwound #adopted #adoptionjourney #thefog #adoptionfog #comeoutofthefog #hypnotherapy #jayshetty #hypnosis #somatic #attachmentstyles #subsconscioushealing #subconscious #whatwasimadefor #adoptiveparents #birthmother #whoami #constellationconversation #firesideadoptees #grief #emotionalpain #adoptionawareness #birthfamily #biologicalfamily #dna #adoptiontrauma #emotionaltrauma #primalwound #emotionalhealing #findmyfamily #smgi #bekind #eatingdisorders #hypnotherapy #somatichealing #somaticexperiencing #listenable #listenablestory #reunion #adopteereunion #ancestry #ancestrydna #23andme #adoptionstory #dna #reactiveattachment #rda #lifecoach #therapy #traumainformed #kundalini #yoga #reikihealing #fostermom #fostersystem --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/melissa-ann-brunetti/support
Kevin Berthia is an adoptee, suicide survivor, advocate, and speaker. Kevin pours his heart into sharing his powerful story of growing up in silence, always feeling the need to hide the unbearable pain he was in. Through high school and into his early twenties, Kevin was known as the life of the party… until his very public suicide attempt at the Golden Gate Bridge changed everything. Since 2013, Kevin has captivated his audiences with his candidness about how he was able to overcome his pain and fully embrace himself in order to live his best life. He lives to inspire others to break their own silence and know that help is available. Kevin's story of HOPE has touched a diverse group of audiences all around the world, including several magazine outlets, along with local and national news stations. Kevin's story was also featured on the Steve Harvey Show, Red Table Talk, and the Dr. Phil Show. The photo of him standing on the 32-inch-wide beam, known as “the chord,” was on the front page of the San Francisco Chronicle and placed on the 75 most iconic photos of the 21st Century. Kevin believes that having survived an attempted suicide plays a major role in the prevention of additional suicides. No one knows more about the darkness that surrounds suicide than those who have walked in its shadow. Kevin Berthia Suicide Prevention Advocate www.kevinberthiafoundation@gmail.com 510.414.8662 Kevin Berthia Foundation: kevinberthiafoundation.org Link to donate $5 Friday: https://fotolanthropy.com/give/ 92 Minutes Trailer: https://vimeo.com/1006439436 Beth Syverson of Unraveling Adoption email: Unravelingadoption@gmail.com Connect With Melissa: -Email Melissa here: mindyourownkarma@gmail.com -Click here for the Mind Your Own Karma Website -Click here for Somatic Mindful Guided Imagery -Find Mind Your Own Karma on Facebook -Find Mind Your Own Karma on Instagram -Find Mind Your Own Karma on YouTube -Click here for a comprehensive list of adoptee/adoptee trauma-informed practitioners. Dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. ________ WANT TO BE A GUEST? (click to email mindyourownkarma@gmail.com) Mind Your Own Karma – The Adoption Chronicles Podcast educates listeners on the realities of adoption through the stories of adoptees, birth parents, and adoptive parents. We delve into their journeys, exploring identity, the emotional impacts of adoption, and the complexities that are involved when a child is removed from their biology. We also tackle tough topics like transracial adoption and adoption ethics, featuring experts and advocates. By sharing these diverse perspectives we hope to not only educate the world, but also give hope and healing to those deeply affected by adoption trauma. *** This podcast's mission is on adoption education. If you have an expertise that you think would be beneficial to anyone touched by adoption and would like to be on the podcast, get in touch with me. #adopt #adoption #adoptee #adopteevoices #adopteesspeak #adoptionpodcast #adopteepodcast #mindyourownkarma #primalwound #adopted #adoptionjourney #thefog #adoptionfog #comeoutofthefog #hypnotherapy #jayshetty #hypnosis #somatic #attachmentstyles #subsconscioushealing #subconscious #whatwasimadefor #adoptiveparents #birthmother #whoami #constellationconversation #firesideadoptees #grief #emotionalpain #adoptionawareness #birthfamily #biologicalfamily #dna #adoptiontrauma #emotionaltrauma #primalwound #emotionalhealing #findmyfamily #smgi #bekind #eatingdisorders #hypnotherapy #somatichealing #somaticexperiencing #listenable #listenablestory #reunion #adopteereunion #ancestry #ancestrydna #23andme #adoptionstory #dna #reactiveattachment #rda #lifecoach #therapy #traumainformed #searchangel #searchangels --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/melissa-ann-brunetti/support
Lorah Gerald is a Baby Scoop Era, same-race domestic, pre-Roe adoptee. She posts as The Adopted Chameleon on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. She is a certified Trauma Informed Kundalini yoga instructor and Reiki Master. Along with her work as a yoga instructor, she is an adoptee advocate. She leads the Adoptee Connect Tulsa group, started the adoptee private group The Adopted Chameleons, where she leads an art therapy group and body doubling group monthly, and works on the steering and implementation committee in Oklahoma for those affected by adoption and foster care. She works with people leading those agencies to get better mental health care to adoptees and former foster youth in her state. She works to help us all be the best version of ourselves. When we heal ourselves, we heal the world. Website: https://lorahgerald.com/ Adoptees Connect Tulsa: https://www.facebook.com/adopteesconnecttulsa Adopted Chameleons Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/z1QXeiFhW7bhWEr6/ Connect With Melissa: -Email Melissa here: mindyourownkarma@gmail.com -Click here for the Mind Your Own Karma Website -Click here for Somatic Mindful Guided Imagery -Find Mind Your Own Karma on Facebook -Find Mind Your Own Karma on Instagram -Find Mind Your Own Karma on YouTube -Click here for a comprehensive list of adoptee/adoptee trauma-informed practitioners. Dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. ________ WANT TO BE A GUEST? (click to email mindyourownkarma@gmail.com) Mind Your Own Karma – The Adoption Chronicles Podcast educates listeners on the realities of adoption through the stories of adoptees, birth parents, and adoptive parents. We delve into their journeys, exploring identity, the emotional impacts of adoption, and the complexities that are involved when a child is removed from their biology. We also tackle tough topics like transracial adoption and adoption ethics, featuring experts and advocates. By sharing these diverse perspectives we hope to not only educate the world, but also give hope and healing to those deeply affected by adoption trauma. *** This podcast's mission is on adoption education. If you have an expertise that you think would be beneficial to anyone touched by adoption and would like to be on the podcast, get in touch with me. #adopt #adoption #adoptee #adopteevoices #adopteesspeak #adoptionpodcast #adopteepodcast #mindyourownkarma #primalwound #adopted #adoptionjourney #thefog #adoptionfog #comeoutofthefog #hypnotherapy #jayshetty #hypnosis #somatic #attachmentstyles #subsconscioushealing #subconscious #whatwasimadefor #adoptiveparents #birthmother #whoami #constellationconversation #firesideadoptees #grief #emotionalpain #adoptionawareness #birthfamily #biologicalfamily #dna #adoptiontrauma #emotionaltrauma #primalwound #emotionalhealing #findmyfamily #smgi #bekind #eatingdisorders #hypnotherapy #somatichealing #somaticexperiencing #listenable #listenablestory #reunion #adopteereunion #ancestry #ancestrydna #23andme #adoptionstory #dna #reactiveattachment #rda #lifecoach #therapy #traumainformed #kundalini #yoga #reikihealing --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/melissa-ann-brunetti/support
In 1963, Shawn was placed for adoption because his white mother's family didn't want a biracial grandson. As an infant, he passed for white, so he was adopted by a racist, rural Indiana family who didn't realize that he was Black. Ashamed of his ethnicity, his mom concocted lies to hide his race from everyone, including Shawn. This lack of racial identity caused depressing confusion and conflict with his education, relationships, and career, but his mom insisted that he was not to search for his birth family until after she died. Around age 40, Shawn and his wife decided that they were well-suited to adopt other biracial babies. Through the adoption process, Shawn discovered clues that helped him locate and reunite with his biological family. Although Shawn's author name for his book "Born Without A Race" is Dr Michael Bauer, he wishes to be addressed as Shawn during this interview for personal reasons. LINKS: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B088QRC91Q Connect With Melissa: -Email Melissa here: mindyourownkarma@gmail.com -Click here for the Mind Your Own Karma Website -Click here for Somatic Mindful Guided Imagery -Find Mind Your Own Karma on Facebook -Find Mind Your Own Karma on Instagram -Find Mind Your Own Karma on YouTube -Click here for a comprehensive list of adoptee/adoptee trauma-informed practitioners. Dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. ________ WANT TO BE A GUEST? (click to email mindyourownkarma@gmail.com) Mind Your Own Karma – The Adoption Chronicles Podcast educates listeners on the realities of adoption through the stories of adoptees, birth parents, and adoptive parents. We delve into their journeys, exploring identity, the emotional impacts of adoption, and the complexities that are involved when a child is removed from their biology. We also tackle tough topics like transracial adoption and adoption ethics, featuring experts and advocates. By sharing these diverse perspectives we hope to not only educate the world, but also give hope and healing to those deeply affected by adoption trauma. *** This podcast's mission is on adoption education. If you have an expertise that you think would be beneficial to anyone touched by adoption and would like to be on the podcast, get in touch with me. #adopt #adoption #adoptee #adopteevoices #adopteesspeak #adoptionpodcast #adopteepodcast #mindyourownkarma #primalwound #adopted #adoptionjourney #thefog #adoptionfog #comeoutofthefog #hypnotherapy #jayshetty #hypnosis #somatic #attachmentstyles #subsconscioushealing #subconscious #whatwasimadefor #adoptiveparents #birthmother #whoami #constellationconversation #firesideadoptees #grief #emotionalpain #adoptionawareness #birthfamily #biologicalfamily #dna #adoptiontrauma #emotionaltrauma #primalwound #emotionalhealing #findmyfamily #smgi #bekind #eatingdisorders #hypnotherapy #somatichealing #somaticexperiencing #listenable #listenablestory #reunion #adopteereunion #ancestry #ancestrydna #23andme #adoptionstory #dna #reactiveattachment #rda #lifecoach #therapy #traumainformed #searchangel #searchangels --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/melissa-ann-brunetti/support
Shelly is a private domestic adoptee, born 2 years post Baby Scoop Era in North Carolina. She was raised a minister's daughter, along with her younger sister that her adoptive parents conceived. She was forced to become a birthmother at 17. She has 5 children, and her oldest daughter is adopted due to illegal rehomings. Trying to find answers for herself and her adoptive daughter....the journey began. Shelly fought the system to find out her identity, place of birth, and date of birth. She lost and ended up paying $4,000 to find out who she was and where she came from. She began her search before DNA was available. Because of her personal journey, she became a Search Angel for others. She quit her career and began searching and doing reunifications for other adoptees. She believes we all deserve answers — it is our inherent right. Links: Www.theanswerswedeserve.com Connect With Melissa: -Email Melissa here: mindyourownkarma@gmail.com -Click here for the Mind Your Own Karma Website -Click here for Somatic Mindful Guided Imagery -Find Mind Your Own Karma on Facebook -Find Mind Your Own Karma on Instagram -Find Mind Your Own Karma on YouTube -Click here for a comprehensive list of adoptee/adoptee trauma-informed practitioners. Dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. ________ WANT TO BE A GUEST? (click to email mindyourownkarma@gmail.com) Mind Your Own Karma – The Adoption Chronicles Podcast educates listeners on the realities of adoption through the stories of adoptees, birth parents, and adoptive parents. We delve into their journeys, exploring identity, the emotional impacts of adoption, and the complexities that are involved when a child is removed from their biology. We also tackle tough topics like transracial adoption and adoption ethics, featuring experts and advocates. By sharing these diverse perspectives we hope to not only educate the world, but also give hope and healing to those deeply affected by adoption trauma. *** This podcast's mission is on adoption education. If you have an expertise that you think would be beneficial to anyone touched by adoption and would like to be on the podcast, get in touch with me. #adopt #adoption #adoptee #adopteevoices #adopteesspeak #adoptionpodcast #adopteepodcast #mindyourownkarma #primalwound #adopted #adoptionjourney #thefog #adoptionfog #comeoutofthefog #hypnotherapy #jayshetty #hypnosis #somatic #attachmentstyles #subsconscioushealing #subconscious #whatwasimadefor #adoptiveparents #birthmother #whoami #constellationconversation #firesideadoptees #grief #emotionalpain #adoptionawareness #birthfamily #biologicalfamily #dna #adoptiontrauma #emotionaltrauma #primalwound #emotionalhealing #findmyfamily #smgi #bekind #eatingdisorders #hypnotherapy #somatichealing #somaticexperiencing #listenable #listenablestory #reunion #adopteereunion #ancestry #ancestrydna #23andme #adoptionstory #dna #reactiveattachment #rda #lifecoach #therapy #traumainformed #searchangel #searchangels --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/melissa-ann-brunetti/support
Shelly is a private domestic adoptee. Born 2 years post Baby Scoop Era in North Carolina. She was raised a minister's daughter, along with her younger sister that her adoptive parents conceived. She was forced to become a birthmother at 17. She has 5 children, and her oldest daughter is adopted due to illegal rehomings. Trying to find answers for herself and her adoptive daughter....the journey began. Shelly fought the system to find out her identity, place of birth, and date of birth. She lost and ended up paying $4,000 to find out who she was and where she came from. She began her search before DNA was available. Because of her personal journey, she became a Search Angel for others. She quit her career and began searching and doing reunifications for other adoptees. She believes we all deserve answers — it is our inherent right. Links: Www.theanswerswedeserve.com Connect With Melissa: -Email Melissa here: mindyourownkarma@gmail.com -Click here for the Mind Your Own Karma Website -Click here for Somatic Mindful Guided Imagery -Find Mind Your Own Karma on Facebook -Find Mind Your Own Karma on Instagram -Find Mind Your Own Karma on YouTube -Click here for a comprehensive list of adoptee/adoptee trauma-informed practitioners. Dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. ________ WANT TO BE A GUEST? (click to email mindyourownkarma@gmail.com) Mind Your Own Karma – The Adoption Chronicles Podcast educates listeners on the realities of adoption through the stories of adoptees, birth parents, and adoptive parents. We delve into their journeys, exploring identity, the emotional impacts of adoption, and the complexities that are involved when a child is removed from their biology. We also tackle tough topics like transracial adoption and adoption ethics, featuring experts and advocates. By sharing these diverse perspectives we hope to not only educate the world, but also give hope and healing to those deeply affected by adoption trauma. *** This podcast's mission is on adoption education. If you have an expertise that you think would be beneficial to anyone touched by adoption and would like to be on the podcast, get in touch with me. #adopt #adoption #adoptee #adopteevoices #adopteesspeak #adoptionpodcast #adopteepodcast #mindyourownkarma #primalwound #adopted #adoptionjourney #thefog #adoptionfog #comeoutofthefog #hypnotherapy #jayshetty #hypnosis #somatic #attachmentstyles #subsconscioushealing #subconscious #whatwasimadefor #adoptiveparents #birthmother #whoami #constellationconversation #firesideadoptees #grief #emotionalpain #adoptionawareness #birthfamily #biologicalfamily #dna #adoptiontrauma #emotionaltrauma #primalwound #emotionalhealing #findmyfamily #smgi #bekind #eatingdisorders #hypnotherapy #somatichealing #somaticexperiencing #listenable #listenablestory #reunion #adopteereunion #ancestry #ancestrydna #23andme #adoptionstory #dna #reactiveattachment #rda #lifecoach #therapy #traumainformed #searchangel #searchangels --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/melissa-ann-brunetti/support
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