Belonging

What does belonging really mean when you’ve grown up in care?

In this episode, I reflect on belonging, the kind that feels conditional, the kind you learn to survive without, and the kind that slowly appears when people stay. I share parts of my own story, from childhood to adulthood, and talk about love, consistency, and what it means to finally feel at home.

A calm, honest episode about relationships, identity, and finding safety beyond the system.

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