Storytelling as Healing: Dr. Liz DeBetta on Adoption, Trauma & Finding Wholeness

Powered by CJ Moneyway Entertainment and Bleav Network. What if the stories we carry about our lives are the very things that can heal us? On this episode of The CJ Moneyway Show, CJ sits down with Dr. Liz DeBetta, a scholar-artist-activist, speaker, author, and the visionary behind Migrating Toward Wholeness, a transformative program designed to empower adoptees and trauma survivors through storytelling. Dr. DeBetta brings a rare combination of scholarship, creativity, and lived experience. With a PhD and a deep passion for healing, she blends creative writing, feminist theory, and social justice to guide individuals on a powerful journey of self-discovery and emotional transformation. She is the author of Adult Adoptees and Writing to Heal and the creator of the acclaimed one-woman show Un-M-Othered, a deeply personal exploration of adoption, identity, and reclaiming one’s voice. In this powerful conversation, we explore: • How storytelling becomes a powerful tool for trauma recovery • The identity challenges many adoptees face • The emotional impact of reclaiming your narrative • The role of creativity in healing and self-discovery • The inspiration behind Migrating Toward Wholeness • Why telling your story can transform pain into empowerment This episode is a deep conversation about identity, healing, and the courage it takes to reclaim your story. ⸻ PODCAST SHOW LINKS Listen to The CJ Moneyway Show https://pod.link/1707761906 Official Website https://cjmoneyway.com Book CJ Moneyway / Podcast Guest Booking https://calendly.com/cj-cjmoneywayshow/60min ⸻ CJ MONEYWAY EXCLUSIVE BENEFIT High performers protect both their mental clarity and physical well-being. CJ Moneyway listeners receive a minimum $40 savings on wellness and performance products. Use code: CJMoney Claim your discount here: https://readyrx.com/treatments/se?coupon=cjmoney Because building legacy requires strength — mentally, emotionally, and physically. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.