Embracing Identity: John's Journey of Self-Discovery

Embracing Identity: John's Journey of Self-DiscoveryEpisode Summary: Reuniting with his birth family showed John McCormick, a transracial adoptee, a new world. He physically felt a relaxation he had never felt before, he connected with music and art like never before, and he started to own who he is - confidently - even when others denied his identity. This is the story of how John’s reunion with his bio family was a healing journey that led him to reclaim an identity he was stripped of. In this episode, we cover:(00:26) Finding his family because of a coincidence OR Having his original birth certificate (06:08) I’m not Irish, I’m Colombian OR Loneliness of having a lost identity OR Who am I, even?(10:05) Strange feelings after meeting his family OR Deciding to move to Colombia(13:54) Reconnecting with music and art (19:06) Getting confident about his identity OR Confidently reclaiming his identity (despite the haters)(24:48) Working with his therapist (28:48) How his adoptive family feels about him reconnecting with his bio family(32:17) Preparing to meet your bio family Call To Action:Subscribe to Adoptees Crossing Lines wherever you listen to podcasts, follow us on social media, and subscribe to our Substack for more content and community:Website: adopteescrossinglines.comInstagram: @adopteescrossinglinesBlueSky: adopteecrossing.bsky.socialTikTok: @adopteescrossinglines_Substack: Adoptees Crossing Lines SubstackConnect with John McCormick:Website Resources:Colombian Influence PodcastWisdom and Nonsense PodcastGrow Heal Blossom Work With Me:Email [email protected] for brand partnerships and business inquiriesEditing by Samuel Oyedele (Editor)Special thanks to Samuel Oyedele for editing our podcast, support his work on Instagram or email him at [email protected]