Many adoptees spend a lifetime learning how to fit in. But in the process, it’s easy to lose sight of who we truly are. This post explores the difference between fitting in and belonging, and why it matters so deeply. Part of my “Identity & Belonging” series, exploring how adoption shapes who we are and how we connect. Many of us spend much of our lives trying to fit in . We change how we speak, what we wear, or even what we share, so that others will accept us. For a while,

Many adoptees grapple with questions of identity and belonging. This post reflects on why adoption can create confusion and how these feelings can be explored in therapy. Part of my “Identity & Belonging” series, exploring how adoption shapes who we are and how we connect. Who am I really? Where do I come from? What parts of me are nature, and what parts are nurture? If you’ve ever found yourself circling these questions, you’re not alone. Many adoptees describe living with a