After three years of waiting, we’ve *finally* reached the first step in officially adopting our nephew, Kai.

It’s been a long and emotional road, but we always knew this was the right path for our family.

In this episode, we’re sharing the reality of navigating the adoption system - why it’s taken so long, the challenges we’ve faced, and how people can unfortunately manipulate the process.

We’ll also dive into the differences between being Connected Carers and mainstream foster carers and what that’s meant for our journey.

Join us for an honest conversation about love, patience, and fighting for what’s right in a system that doesn’t always make it easy.

The views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of any organisation or entity associated with the show. This podcast is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. Listeners are advised to conduct their own research before making any decisions based on the information shared here.

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The Power Within Podcast is sponsored by Gemma Masterson, of Master Travel and Events.

We're all for saying it how it is, taking the time for yourself, and your loved ones... and what better way than taking a break, exploring a new place, or sitting back and relaxing on holiday.

Master Travel and Events will help you every step of the way to creating your new experience, to reconnect and rediscover, to find that all improtant power within you.

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Podcast Music created by Kadien, listen to more or get your own podcast music here!

Self-esteem isn’t something you’re just born with - it’s something you build over time.

The good news? It can grow, and confidence isn’t a one-size-fits-all thing. You might feel unstoppable in one area of your life while doubting yourself in another, and that’s completely normal.

In this episode, we’re talking about what it really takes to build unshakable self-esteem.

From staying positive to surrounding yourself with the right kind of people, we’re breaking down the habits and mindset shifts that make all the difference.

And let’s be real - some people in your life don’t actually want to see you succeed.

We’ve all had that one person who doubted us, only to turn around years later bragging that they "knew us when".

So how do you spot those people early and decide when it’s time to let go of those who don’t show you gratitude?

If you’ve ever struggled with confidence or felt held back by the wrong crowd, this one’s for you.

Quick heads-up - we had a few technical glitches in this episode (we’re still finding our feet with this podcasting thing!) but we didn’t want you to miss out on this conversation. So bear with us, and we promise to do better next time (but hope you still enjoy this episode)

The views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of any organisation or entity associated with the show. This podcast is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. Listeners are advised to conduct their own research before making any decisions based on the information shared here.

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The Power Within Podcast is sponsored by Gemma Masterson, of Master Travel and Events.

We're all for saying it how it is, taking the time for yourself, and your loved ones... and what better way than taking a break, exploring a new place, or sitting back and relaxing on holiday.

Master Travel and Events will help you every step of the way to creating your new experience, to reconnect and rediscover, to find that all improtant power within you.

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Podcast Music created by Kadien, listen to more or get your own podcast music here!

Welcome to the Power Within Podcast with us, The Eastwoods.

This podcast is the culmination of 16 years of life experiences, including our journey through fostering to adoption of our nephew and growing a family of four with our two boys, setting up a Sports Bar in Garrett's Green, Birmingham, and moving into the therapy and hypnotherapy space.

We'll be sharing the good, the bad and the ugly (and all the s*** in between) to give you the realities of a modern-day couple who have trusted the process to get where we are today.

The podcast is our "pay it forward" to the World, to have the conversations to educate, spark debate and inspire change.

We'd love to hear what you have to say on the topics we talk about, so our DMs are always open for thoughts, opinions and questions.

And together, we'll find the Power Within to make the world a better place for us all.

The views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of any organisation or entity associated with the show. This podcast is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. Listeners are advised to conduct their own research before making any decisions based on the information shared here.

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The Power Within Podcast is sponsored by Gemma Masterson, of Master Travel and Events.

We're all for saying it how it is, taking the time for yourself, and your loved ones... and what better way than taking a break, exploring a new place, or sitting back and relaxing on holiday.

Master Travel and Events will help you every step of the way to creating your new experience, to reconnect and rediscover, to find that all improtant power within you.

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Podcast Music created by Kadien, listen to more or get your own podcast music here!