Have you ever wondered what secrets your family tree might hide?
Join hosts Kendall and Corey Stulce as they delve into the incredible story of Carlyn Montes De Oca, author of Junkyard Girl, a memoir that uncovers ancestry secrets, family dynamics, and the power of second chances. Discover Carlyn's unexpected journey through the world of DNA testing and the revelations that altered the course of her life.
Listeners will gain:
- Insight into the emotional and psychological impact of late discovery adoption and how it reshapes personal identity.
- Understanding of the healing power of connecting with biological family and reconciling with past secrets.
- Motivation from Carlyn's resilience and her path to embracing a new definition of family, demonstrating how adversity can lead to profound personal growth.
Press play to hear Carlyn's riveting tale of discovery, transformation, and acceptance, and find inspiration in her journey to uncover the truths of her past.
Guest bio
Carlyn Montes De Oca is the award-winning author of "Dog as My Doctor, Cat as My Nurse.” She is also an international speaker, animal-human health expert, and animal advocate. A former film editor on such movies as Honey, I Shrunk the Kids and Three Men and a Little Lady, Carlyn holds a bachelor's degree in communications and a master’s in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Today she is the founder of The Animal-Human Health Connection, speaking on the powerful ways human health, happiness, and longevity are improved through our connection to our animal companions. Montes De Oca was voted PETA’s Sexiest Vegetarian Over 50 and is an ambassador at Animal Protection New Mexico. A longtime resident of Northern California, Carlyn now lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico with her husband, Ken Fischer, an award-winning sound editor, and her beloved rescue dog, Grace. Her upcoming book – Junkyard Girl: A Memoir of Ancestry, Family Secrets, and Second Chances is available November, 2022.
Guest resources:
https://www.facebook.com/CarlynMDO
https://animalhumanhealth.com/
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