Adoptees Crossing Lines

Saviorism, Narcissism, and the Adoption Industry Episode Summary:  In this episode of Adoptees Crossing Lines, Noelle, Lia, and Tosha discuss adoption as it relates to saviorism and narcissism, particularly in the context of adoptive parents. They explore how saviorism centers the adoptive parents while disregarding the child's needs and how adoption as an industry upholds harmful power dynam...

Why We’re Not Grateful Episode Summary: In this episode of Adoptees Crossing Lines, Noelle, Lia, and Tosha dive into the complicated and often misunderstood topic of gratitude within the adoption experience. They discuss why the expectation of grateful...

Why We’re Not Grateful Episode Summary: In this episode of Adoptees Crossing Lines , Noelle, Lia, and Tosha dive into the complicated and often misunderstood topic of gratitude within the adoption experience. They discuss why the expectation of gratefulness placed upon adoptees is harmful and how it serves to silence their pain and experiences. The conversation explores the disconnect between the...

Adoption & Reunion: Finding Family, Healing Wounds Episode Summary: In this episode of Adoptees Crossing Lines, Lia, Noelle, and Tosha discuss the complexities of reunion and how reconnecting with biological family members can bring both healing and he...

Adoption & Reunion: Finding Family, Healing Wounds Episode Summary: In this episode of Adoptees Crossing Lines, Lia, Noelle, and Tosha discuss the complexities of reunion and how reconnecting with biological family members can bring both healing and heartbreak. They share personal stories of searching for family, facing rejection, embracing acceptance, and navigating the emotional toll of reun...

Adoption & Grief: Navigating Loss and Identity Episode Summary: In this episode of Adoptees Crossing Lines, Lia, Noelle, and Tosha explore the complex intersection of adoption and grief, diving into how adoptees often experience deep emotional losses t...

Adoption & Grief: Navigating Loss and Identity Episode Summary :  In this episode of Adoptees Crossing Lines, Lia, Noelle, and Tosha explore the complex intersection of adoption and grief, diving into how adoptees often experience deep emotional losses that are rarely acknowledged. They discuss topics such as the erasure of identity through name changes, longing for connection, the impact...

Coming Out of the Fog: The Truth About Adoption Episode Summary: In this episode of Adoptees Crossing Lines, Lia, Noelle, and Tosha share their experiences as adoptees and dive deep into topics often ignored or misrepresented in mainstream conversation...

Coming Out of the Fog: The Truth About Adoption Episode Summary: In this episode of Adoptees Crossing Lines, Lia, Noelle, and Tosha share their experiences as adoptees and dive deep into topics often ignored or misrepresented in mainstream conversations about adoption. Together, they discuss coming out of the fog, dispelling harmful myths, and the complicated journey of finding healing and communi...

No, Adoption Isn’t Magical (Trailer) Episode Summary: This trailer episode of Adoptees Crossing Lines offers a glimpse into the unfiltered, raw conversations that will shape the podcast. Zaira and fellow adoptees share their experiences of being adopte...

No, Adoption Isn’t Magical (Trailer) Episode Summary:   This trailer episode of Adoptees Crossing Lines offers a glimpse into the unfiltered, raw conversations that will shape the podcast. Zaira and fellow adoptees share their experiences of being adopted, challenging the romanticized narratives surrounding adoption, and confronting the pain and trauma caused by the adoption industry. This co...