100. Transforming Trauma: Sydney Curtin's Journey and Advocacy for Adoption Reform

In this episode, Sydney Curtin shares her inspiring journey of overcoming personal trauma and her dedication to child-centered adoption practices. Growing up with a mother struggling with addiction, mental illness and dealing with significant family challenges, Sydney chose to channel her experiences into actionable advocacy. Through her work, including drafting a powerful adoption reform book, she aims to educate and guide both biological and adoptive parents to ensure ethical adoption practices. Sydney discusses the importance of legislative changes, her advocacy efforts in Idaho, and how her faith sustained her through hardships. With a focus on healing and growth, Sydney's story serves as a beacon of hope and transformation for others navigating similar struggles.

00:00 Introduction to Sydney Curtin

01:22 Sydney's Early Life and Family Struggles

02:48 The Impact of Labels and Misdiagnoses

04:21 Turning Pain into Purpose

12:36 Challenges with Adoption and Advocacy

24:14 Ineffective Communication in Relationships

25:19 A Life-Changing Sermon

27:16 Struggles and Rebellion

28:14 The Adoption Decision

32:56 Adoption Reform Advocacy

39:11 Challenges in Adoption Reform

46:31 Final Words of Wisdom

To learn more about today’s guest, Sydney Curtin:

Sydneycurtin@curtincall.com

To learn more about the host, Deborah Ashway, LCMCHS, LCAS:

www.InnerSourceTherapy.com