Nadia Laurin's Validation Story with Rylee through Amy Utsman

I wanted to take a moment to thank you for all that you do through Helping Parents Heal.

Tonight, I had a reading with Amy Utsman that was truly outstanding, and I felt moved to share my gratitude with you.

Several moments during the reading were deeply validating for me. Amy mentioned a frame, which immediately resonated. Just last week, I took apart a delicate frame that my child’s girlfriend had sent me, and as I did, I thought, “Oh no, I broke it.” I also accidentally broke the glass of another frame holding one of their drawings. Both moments came rushing back as she spoke, and I felt seen in such a personal way.

One of the most healing messages that came through was that I don’t need to be an advocate for my child. This touched me deeply, as I have struggled greatly with their identity. I knew my child in life as Bryan, and only learned after their transition that they wanted to be known as Rylee. I often feel torn between my instinct to call them Bryan and my desire to honor who they truly are. At times, I even ask them in spirit what they want me to call them, because I never want to feel as though I am betraying them. Tonight’s reassurance lifted such a weight from my heart.

Another profound sign was the mention of the song Don’t Stop Believing. I have long associated that song with the final scene of the TV series The Sopranos. Just before the reading, while sitting in a coffee shop, I noticed a book by Lorraine Bracco—so out of place i thought to myself, so i snapped a picture knowing it was a sign that would be validated this evening and so it was..When the song came through during the reading, it confirmed what I had already felt in my heart.

I believe in signs and synchronicities and receive them often, but I still struggle with fully letting go and trusting the guidance without hesitation. Tonight’s reading was another step toward that trust.

Please extend my heartfelt thanks to Amy for her extraordinary gift, and to you for creating this beautiful community where healing is possible. I knew Bry would come through, and I am so grateful they came through as Rylee.

With gratitude and love,

~Nadia Laurin

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