Ever wondered how discovering your true heritage could reshape your sense of identity?
Join hosts Corey and Kendall Stulce in this emotionally compelling episode of Family Twist as they dive into Shari Leid's remarkable adoption story. From being found in a parking lot in Seoul, South Korea, to being raised by Japanese-American parents in Seattle, Shari's journey is filled with unique challenges and profound discoveries. This episode explores her lifelong quest for identity, the emotional complexities of her adoption experience, and the ongoing search for her biological roots.
From Seoul to Seattle: An Adoptee’s Search for Her True Identity
Listener Benefits:
- Understand the emotional impact and challenges of growing up adopted, through firsthand narratives.
- Learn about the resources and approaches available for tracing biological roots, including DNA testing and international searches.
- Gain insights into the complexity of identity formation when one’s heritage is initially unknown.
Tune into this episode to discover how the quest for familial roots can profoundly affect personal identity and why embracing this journey might be the key to unlocking your own story.
Guest bio
Shari Leid is a certified and professionally insured Life Coach, a Core Dynamic Specialist, graduate of the Happiness Studies Academy, author of three highly acclaimed books, "The 50/50 Friendship Flow," "Make Your Mess Your Message" and "Ask Yourself This", Certified Member of the International Coaching Federation, a member of the Washington State Bar Association, a Board Member of WWIN (Washington Women In Need) and a President's Circle Member of The Fred Hutch Cancer Research Center, Contributor Circle Member of the Seattle Art Museum, 2023 Volunteer Community Leader for Seattle Dances benefiting Plymouth Housing.
Connect with Shari: https://animperfectlyperfectlife.com/
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