The Empowered Adoptee Podcast

In this Episode, we delve into the concepts of a "fixed" vs. a "growth" mindset and how to shift the way we experience our relationships. Laurie and Claire discuss their own journeys to a growth mindset and the specific steps they took to get unstuck.  Get ready to hear our vulnerable stories and connect. We share practical tools for empowerment and the challenges we have exper...

In this episode, we delve into the movie "Return to Seoul," focusing on the story of Freddie, a 25-year-old Korean adoptee who grew up in France.  Freddie's narrative is one of profound identity crisis as she grapples with the complexities of her cultural heritage and struggles to find her sense of peace and belonging.  Throughout the film, we explore Freddie's experiences with...

In this vulnerable episode, we unpack how the adoption journey leaves lasting impressions on our attachment styles and relationship dynamics.  Laurie and Claire share what our process of empowering our present relationships looks like for us. Get ready to hear our vulnerable stories and connect. We share practical tools for empowerment and the challenges we have experienced along the way. Join us...

Join us for a unique episode as we explore the transformative power of Somatic Breathwork through a hands-on session led by Claire, with participant Laurie.  A somatic breathwork practice combines conscious breathing with body awareness.  It helps to release tension, stress, and emotional blockages stored in the body by using the breath as a tool for healing and self-discovery. Learn the technique...

Join us for a unique episode as we explore the transformative power of Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) through a hands-on session led by Laurie, with participant Claire.  Discover how EFT, using light percussive taps on meridian lines similar to acupuncture and acupressure, can unlock the subconscious mind and empower us to reclaim our inner peace and personal power. 4:30  Introduction In the op...

How does learning the history of Korean adoption shape our identity? How do we learn from history so that we can gain deeper understanding of our stories and possibly change the narrative? In this controversial episode, we unpack some of our surprising truths around learning the history of Korean adoption, and we share what our process of empowering our present looks like for us. Get ready to hear...

When visiting Korea, did you feel like you were "home"? Did you feel like you were seen as you are and treated as you like to be treated? In this episode, we share our heartfelt stories about visiting Korea for the first time, and talk about how our experiences have shaped our journeys and understanding of ourselves. Get ready to hear our vulnerable stories and connect. We share practica...

In this episode, we dive into our process of shifting our mindset. How do we transform our limiting beliefs and old identities so that we can become our true authentic selves? Get ready to hear our vulnerable stories and connect. We share practical tools for empowerment and the challenges we have experienced along the way. Join us as we share our personal experiences, vulnerabilities, and insights...

In this episdoe, we delve into our own adoption journeys and share insights about our healing. We explore the topics of relationships, trauma responses, addiction, coping mechanisms, and healing modalities that have personally helped us.  Join us as we share our personal experiences, vulnerabilities, and insights, offering inspiration and support for the Adoptee Healing Journey. Tune in to the Emp...

In this episode, we discuss our personal experiences as transracial and transcultural adoptees growing up in White America.  We explore the concept of the  "other" or "gray" space, and how adoption has shaped our own unique identities. As targets of racism and stereotyping, we share our heartfelt stories and also strategies for dealing with some pretty challenging experiences....

On this pilot episode of the Empowered Adoptee Podcast, hosts Laurie Vogler and Claire Magenheimer, both Korean Adoptees, open up about their own adoption and healing journeys. They share deeply personal stories and reflections on their experiences, shedding light on the impact of adoption on identity formation. Laurie, a Bay Area-based speaker, teacher, and healer, brings over 20 years of profess...