E123: Paper Flowers, Paper Parents

Series 6: Not Quite Alice: The Wonderland of Being Given Away

E123: Paper Flowers, Paper Parents

Sometimes the people meant to care for us feel fragile — like paper flowers that look beautiful but can’t stand the test of time or hardship.

In this episode of Not Quite Alice: The Wonderland of Being Given Away, we explore the ache of having caregivers who seem loving on the surface but lack the depth, consistency, or support you needed to truly grow.

We dive into:

• The experience of feeling seen but not truly held
• The challenges of navigating relationships with caregivers who are themselves fragile or unavailable
• How to recognize when love is conditional or performative
• Finding ways to nurture yourself when your roots feel unstable

This episode is for anyone who’s ever questioned the strength of their family ties and is searching for a more grounded, authentic sense of belonging.

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🗝️✨ I was never supposed to tell this story. But I am.For years, I lived inside someone else’s version of my life — wrapped in secrets, silences, and bedtime stories that left too much out.

Now I’m writing the truth. Unlocked is my autobiography about adoption, anxiety, family fractures, and the journey of reclaiming my voice.

I’m raising funds to professionally edit, design, print, and share this book with people who need to know they’re not alone.

If you’ve ever been called too sensitive, too dramatic, too much — this book is for you.And if you believe in the power of truth, I’d be so grateful if you could help me bring it into the world.

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