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April 20, 2025 70 mins

Get ready for an incredibly validating and eye-opening discussion for adoptees preparing for (or processing) a visit to Korea. Laurie and Claire share vulnerably about their experiences visiting Korea and all the feelings, emotions, and awarenesses around their journey back to their homeland as an adoptee.


What to Expect in This Episode:


Join Laurie and Claire as they explore their personal motivations for this episode, expressing the hopes and fears that accompanied their journeys. They reflect on the surprises and emotional revelations they encountered, shedding light on aspects they were unprepared for.



We want to remind our listeners that your experience is valid, no matter what it looked like. This episode serves as both a guide and a source of companionship for anyone navigating the emotional journey of returning to a place that is, in one way or another, home. Tune in for an honest exploration of what no one tells you about visiting Korea as an adoptee.


Resource mentioned: 


South Korea Is Over

https://youtu.be/Ufmu1WD2TSk?si=qridqK7nja2uVbf9


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