Ep: 2 - Learning from Imperfection: Jordan's perspective on diversity, adoption, and relating to your parents in adulthood

Welcome to The James Trail: Functional to Flourishing Podcast!🎙️ In this insightful episode, join host Meredith Shuman as she engages in a compelling conversation with son Jordan Shuman, sharing his remarkable journey of adoption, self-discovery and ministry within the backdrop of a large, diverse family.🌟 Key Takeaways:* Growing Up: Dive into Jordan's experiences growing up in a large family and transitioning to being one of the oldest siblings.* Advice Corner: Gain valuable advice for parents of young adults and insights into parenting imperfection.* Journey Unveiled: Explore Jordan's journey in an interracial and adoptive family, discovering ministry, and starting Ascension Ministries.* Caring for Trauma: Delve into the importance of empathy, community building, and the power of listening when caring for those who have experienced trauma.* Finding Beauty: Uncover the profound connection with God and appreciation for life's essence in seasons of lack.Tune in for a transformative discussion filled with wisdom, compassion, and a deeper understanding of the beauty in life's diverse seasons.The James Trail: Functional to Flourishing Podcast is your guide to meaningful conversations. Subscribe now for more episodes that inspire and uplift! 🌟

Meredith Shuman | Founder, James Trail

As Executive Director of James Trail, Meredith is committed to serving organizations and communities where the gaps are the greatest. She brings over 30 years of experience as a therapist, a trauma-informed care trainer, and a parent. Meredith holds an MSW degree from the University of Texas.

She and her husband Dan, a global health physician have been married 31 years, and they have 5 children, 4 of whom are adopted.  Meredith loves a passport with lots of stamps (she loves serving in global settings and has lived cross-culturally), a water bottle with lots of stickers, a table with lots of people, and a mountain with lots of trail.

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