Adult Child of Dysfunction
E147: Unpacking the Pain: How Childhood Loss Shapes Adult Love: Guest; Julie Ryan McGue
08 Feb 2025
In this powerful episode of Adult Child of Dysfunction, I sit down with Julie Ryan McGue, adoptee, memoirist, and now a three-time published author, to discuss the complex emotions surrounding adoption trauma, identity, and grief.Julie’s story is deeply personal—growing up as an adoptee, she always grappled with questions about her origins. But alongside her search for identity, she also carried the responsibility of having a younger sister with disabilities. When her sister passed away suddenly, it left an unshakable void in her life.Throughout this episode, Julie shares:🔹 The lifelong emotional impact of adoption trauma🔹 What it was like growing up with a disabled sibling and the unexpected grief of losing herThis episode is a must-listen for anyone who has struggled with belonging, grief, or the complexities of family dynamics. Join us for this heartfelt discussion, and be sure to check out Julie’s newest book for an even deeper look into her story.Let us know what resonates with you—connect with us and share your thoughts!Grab Julie's Newest Book: Twice The Family: A Memoir of Love, Loss and Sisterhood HereTo find out more about Julie, Visit: www.facebook.com/juliemcguewriteswww.twitter.com/juliermcguewww.instagram.com/julieryanmcguewww.Goodreads.com/julieryanmcguewww.linkedin.com/in/julie-mcgue-a246b841Coming SIoon To Cocoa Village, FLorida:My daughter , Jessica and I are pleased to invite you to the Radiant Women Wellness Weekend. December 6th and 7th, cocoa village, florida. If you are able to make it, and want to be part of an amazing weekend, you can grab the tickets here: https://www.tammyvincent.com/shop/event-ticketsHey there, I’m so glad you’re here and tuning in! If this episode spoke to your heart, just know there’s even more support waiting for you.I work with people who are ready to heal from the inside out — especially those dealing with chronic stress, anxiety, inflammation, gut issues, or burnout. If you’ve been struggling with symptoms your doctors can’t fully explain, it may be that your past is still living in your body. Unhealed emotional wounds and nervous system dysregulation often show up as physical and mental health challenges — and I’m here to help you break that cycle. If you are curious about where you stand energetically, or just need a frequency boost, book your FREE biofrequency voice scan here: https://calendly.com/tammyvincent/complimentary-scan-demoAs an international inspirational speaker, NLP Practitioner, Trauma-Informed Coach, Neurofit Trainer, and Best-Selling Author, I bring both deep personal experience and professional training to the work I do. I believe in prevention, not just intervention — and use a body, mind, and spirit approach to guide others toward becoming the happiest, healthiest versions of themselves.My holistic toolbox includes nervous system regulation, trauma-informed coaching, nutritional support, and natural healing strategies,🔑 Start Your Healing...
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