For Your Own Good › Episode 8
The Complex Reality of Adoption, Trauma, and Healing with Mirella Stoyanova
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About this episode
In this powerful episode, I sit down with Mirella Stoyanova—a writer, therapist, and international adoptee with Bulgarian and Iraqi roots—as she shares her journey of healing, identity, and self-discovery. After experiencing the traumatic murder-suicide of her parents, Mirella embarked on a path to reconcile with her past, navigate adoption complexities, and embrace her truest self. Now, as she prepares to publish her debut memoir, she’s shedding light on the hidden struggles of adoptees, the impact of trauma, and the resilience it takes to heal. In this episode, we dive into: ✅ The emotional complexities of adoption and identity ✅ Overcoming trauma and reclaiming your story ✅ The power of therapy, writing, and self-expression in healing Connect with Mirella IG: @mirellastoyanova Website: mirellastoyanova.com
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