Selfless Love Blog

I feel better and have greater personal pleasure in my life when I am connected to the people I love. I’m satisfied with my life when I feel connected.

When it comes to foster care, there are a lot of complexities to each individual’s experience, from the kind of placement you’re in, to the kind of mental health struggles that you might be facing.

Permanent connections and supportive people are vital to your well-being. Having someone to lean on during difficult times cannot be overemphasized.

Permanent connections refer to long-term relationships that provide a stable and nurturing environment for children and adolescents.

Connections play a vital role in shaping our lives and influencing our personal growth. They have the power to inspire, motivate, and provide us with the strength needed to overcome obstacles and reach for the stars.

As a foster kid, I found that permanency and supportive adults were both typically lacking. During my time in care, there was always a wave of people coming into and out of my life.

I was 11 months old when I entered the foster care system, where I would reside for more than a decade of my life.

My journey to get where I am now was difficult as a former foster youth. I have faced many obstacles that, at the time, seemed impossible to overcome.

As an alumnus of the foster care system and now an elementary school teacher, I feel deeply honored when I am the chosen adult for my students.