Ep 171: The Family Secret- A Mother’s Lie About Adoption ft Ariel Brown

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  • This week, Carla is back with Ariel Brown for part 2. Join them as they discuss single motherhood, healing, a shocking adoption story, and the laws surrounding child support.
    8:18- Overcoming Imposture Syndrome 18:17- Toxic Co-parenting/ Child Support 34:28- Giving Yourself Grace While Raising kids 47:48: Bizarre Adoption Story 1:05:40: Ariel Finds Her Birth Mother 1:20:24: Bible Verse Romans 12:12
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  • @justjoshinyou2145
    @justjoshinyou2145 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +73

    This gotta be the most toxic woman on the internet. Shame on you for shutting down the comments on your TK Kirkland episode

    • @makaveli__23
      @makaveli__23 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      She scared because she know she sound bitter

    • @josephmcneill5817
      @josephmcneill5817 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      Because she knows she wrong… and she can’t take it .. we don’t care about anything she post but the Tk interview

    • @johnathan2433
      @johnathan2433 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      Facts, because she's toxic and can't take being wrong.

    • @BigStud205
      @BigStud205 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Terrible

    • @tyjuansr3783
      @tyjuansr3783 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      Ya that’s some bs came straight from the TK interview because she turned the comments off, she knows she messed up. Cutting him off so he can’t finish his points, throwing insults because she bitter. Probably because she doesn’t have a good relationship with her baby father. Just watching that interview you can see why 😂😂

  • @PT-ly1ck
    @PT-ly1ck ปีที่แล้ว +380

    The adoption story starts at 47:48 for the folks from TikTok.

  • @AaronSparks0717
    @AaronSparks0717 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    Why is the comments off on the tk interview and not the rest? 🤔 I thought you liked being held accountable

  • @gunnyjwells1977
    @gunnyjwells1977 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    SHE TURNED OFF THE TK INTERVIEW COMMENTS BECAUSE SHE KNOWS THAT SHE PLAYED HERSELF. NOW SHE'S A MODERN WOMAN MASCOT.

    • @ChrisDoggo
      @ChrisDoggo 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Nobody cares what she got to say ..get a real job ...and stop getting high...We the people gotta shut her down...Her Spirit sucks🤮

  • @lindelwashasha1948
    @lindelwashasha1948 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I stumpled on Ariel's IG then came here after about 2 hrs or scrolling...I then watched pt 1 and pt 2 back to back and noticed that Romans 12:12 careied through both epsiodes. I wouldn't know whether this was intentional or not, but I love the consistency in the ministry that is Ariel's life. Her family. Her children. There's just so much purpose in it, and it's so beautiful to see. Thank you for sharing your story❤

  • @dwayneharvey8352
    @dwayneharvey8352 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I see the comments on on this one ...who in their right mind gave this woman a platform 😂😂😂😂... S/O to TK for being a gentleman in the presence of trash 🗑

  • @amberbrown197
    @amberbrown197 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Listening to Ariel talk about being adopted reminded me about information I read in a book called What Happened To You. In the book it talks about how trauma is generational and is actually genetically passed down. While nature vs. nurture are an important factor, the trauma of your birth mom getting pregnant at 15 is something that can be generational. That’s why when people talk about breaking generational curses these are the instances they are talking about. The book actually gives amazing perspective on understanding why people do and say the things they do.
    When I was growing up, I didn’t know until I was about 10ish that I was adopted by my biological grandfather and his wife. My egg donor (she earned the name) told me at 10 years old to call her mom. I looked at her straight in the face confused af and said you’re not my mom, I have a mom. It was at that moment that I realized that she was my biological mom. I remember waiting for her to love me, show up for me, or just be there for me. She refused. It’s so hard. I was meant to be with my mom and dad. God knew I wasn’t meant to be with her for many reasons.

  • @SheenaJoann
    @SheenaJoann ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I felt that comment “be careful of the doors you knocked on “ cause I just want to know so much more too as an adoptee

  • @DOTcalm614
    @DOTcalm614 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    But you turned the comments off on your TK Kirkland interview 🤔....you got cooked by the O.G.

  • @nyemmad
    @nyemmad ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Ariel definitely has a calling on her life. This testimony touched me.

  • @driarenee
    @driarenee ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Carla definitely has to learn to not take over with the conversations during a guest , my gosh. On the other hand though I do love this video and Aerial’s story is so beautiful!

    • @JazzieLove1000
      @JazzieLove1000 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That be the 🍃🍃rambling off 🤣

  • @jasminemoreno6450
    @jasminemoreno6450 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    As I’m listening to this episode, heading to pick up my 5yr old Autistic “non verbal” son from school due to another meltdown, it literally was sooo relieving to laugh and just feel normal hearing what y’all also go through as a single mom!

  • @Itscaseyn
    @Itscaseyn ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I’m sorry but when he said “did they buy all of us!?!?” 😂😂😂😂😂 bc that sounds like something my brother would say

  • @_theallpurposewoman_
    @_theallpurposewoman_ ปีที่แล้ว +32

    I love Ariel. I saw her page some time ago and followed. I love her spirit, her voice and how she loves her kids.
    Ariel you are doing a good job with all your kids, I truly hope you succeed in all you do

  • @kayc5864
    @kayc5864 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Glad I came from TikTok, I want to hear more of her story!

  • @mirgill7039
    @mirgill7039 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I pray she continues her healing 💚

  • @Mr.RadioVoice
    @Mr.RadioVoice 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    No no no no… you go back to your TK Kirkland interview and turn them comments on. How are you doing to disabled the truth about you. Turn them comments on NOW.

  • @_adrian_sean
    @_adrian_sean ปีที่แล้ว +55

    WHHHYYYYYYYYYYYY is the dad mad tho?! Why does telling your child they're adopted have to be pain?! That's his mistake. That's his fault. You're mad cuz your brother is the only one who didn't go along with the lie?!?! He don't sound that crazy to me. Adoption means you had two sets of parents looking out for you. How is this pain?

    • @rudycadet6906
      @rudycadet6906 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      It can also be the fear of losing ur child. I’m not planning to adopt, but if for whatever reason I do. My biggest fear would be losing them. It’s every adopted kids right to know who there bio parents are and I would not hide that from them. The problem is there have been some adopted kids who when they grow up and find there bio parents. They distance themselves or completely abandon there adopted parents. I’d be damned if I raised a child for 18+ years for them to say f u I don’t need u no more. That could be a big factor in why they never told her.

    • @Chaya4lyf
      @Chaya4lyf ปีที่แล้ว +9

      The older generation didn’t see things as we see it now. Many who adopted wanted to raise the child as their own biological child without having to share or say where the child came from. Some feared shame and others feared losing their child.

  • @tiaramonique1
    @tiaramonique1 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I love Ariel, she really need her own podcast!

  • @Maggie-yf7hx
    @Maggie-yf7hx ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I got goosebumps when Ariel started sharing her story

  • @TheMillennialFlutist
    @TheMillennialFlutist ปีที่แล้ว +45

    Did they buy all of us!??! 😆😆😆

  • @tamarrawagner5371
    @tamarrawagner5371 ปีที่แล้ว

    I can't express how much I have enjoyed this. When the subject of child support and help was addressed I FEEL that. Recently into with my ex about child support and yesss to others asking about you with cute passing gems

  • @Noteasleybroken
    @Noteasleybroken ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m here bcus if tik-tok I’m such a fan now my sister sent me your tiktok about teaching your kids the real world about how being an adult is reallll

  • @gyptianwifeey
    @gyptianwifeey ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That adoption story has me in tears 😢

  • @mieremiere
    @mieremiere ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I came across your content on TikTok and I am a fan!!!! Your podcast and ariel came right on time!! The topics discuss need to be talked about more. But society isn't ready for that conversation tho. Carla and Ariel please continue living your truths and being positive and inspiring to us!

  • @qwyshaelacrump3188
    @qwyshaelacrump3188 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    If you here from TikTok scroll to 47:56. You are welcome 🤗

  • @SuperRoselo
    @SuperRoselo ปีที่แล้ว +14

    It’s so good to know that I am not the only one who has stretched herself to the max to be a present mother for my kids when you have a fool for a husband

  • @vickysticky3518
    @vickysticky3518 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Omg! I absolutely love thissss beautiful story is so sad to know her biological mother wanted her baby but wasn’t given the option and how she also has great parents who adopted her. This video was great.

  • @karlar8661
    @karlar8661 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I literally got chills. I love Ariel sooooo much. ❤ these were such good episodes.

  • @Lorettaaaag
    @Lorettaaaag ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Ariel is beautiful and so strong! I just found your pod and I will be staying! LOVE

  • @mariemarrero1338
    @mariemarrero1338 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    ❤ absolutely love to listen to Ariel & her journey. Both are beautiful women ❤

  • @lashandawilliams1329
    @lashandawilliams1329 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I need more of the adoption story. What was the conversation

    • @keciaanderson5536
      @keciaanderson5536 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      The only thing about this interview is, you have to make it about thr guest and not you... we want to hear about Ariel. I know it's just starting out but it's driving me crazy. Hopefully it's not like that throughout

  • @janiceparker6160
    @janiceparker6160 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The Parents did what they thought was best. Your birth mom started the process your adopted parents did the during and they both can be there for the ending process. I pray for all y’all healing

  • @OhhYouu..MICHELLE
    @OhhYouu..MICHELLE ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Omg!! I needed this conversation 🌹🌹

  • @Anyoneouthere1
    @Anyoneouthere1 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Carla this comment if for the TK Kirkland interview since you turned off the contents. You need to respect your "elders" since you're almost 40 which is no spring chicken. Growing old is a blessing I pray you make it to see 63+. You were low key disrespectful talking over him and trying to check him. TK is a true gentleman bc he could have chewed you up but he kept his cool the entire time.

  • @Kingjabbi
    @Kingjabbi 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Why you turn off the comments on the TK video

  • @danaabercrombie8336
    @danaabercrombie8336 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This!! About the child support.. a lot of men don’t understand that child support is to help with expenses of the child. That includes rent, light bill, etc… because that’s where the child lives. Child support is to supply the child’s needs. In reality it is to support the custodial parent in taking care of the child.

    • @renotheson1429
      @renotheson1429 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      No it doesn't include rent because if that's the case if I have my own place and you can't afford your own rent then the child should stay with me you should be able to take care of yourself your own rent without having me have to pay for your rent that's crazy

    • @djhollywoodco
      @djhollywoodco 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Stop the gaslighting ... If your broke just say that!!!

    • @djhollywoodco
      @djhollywoodco 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@renotheson1429it's called manipulation..

  • @lovely_leash8837
    @lovely_leash8837 ปีที่แล้ว

    20:55 😂😂😂 all they had to do was be a team player, but they just have to Push us to the FU point. So relatable.

  • @mzbellz89
    @mzbellz89 ปีที่แล้ว

    As a parent I have 2 boys && who their father chose not to be present, the guilt part I can identify so much even ty that

  • @johnathan2433
    @johnathan2433 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Turn the comments back on for the TK Kirkland interview back on

  • @CD-xq1lc
    @CD-xq1lc ปีที่แล้ว

    This story has so many turns. I am a child free single woman by choice and one thing that y’all said that is sticking with me is the roll other women play in a man’s life. Some men are choosing to harm their child to avoid financial support and then here comes Little Miss “he’s not a bad guy, his BM is crazy” that will nurture and provide community for him. Again, this was just a AHA moment for me and a reminder not take what a man says at face value.

  • @ogmaze8152
    @ogmaze8152 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Turn them comments on with the interview with TK Kirkland. If you want your subscribers up you can’t be doing things like that. You gotta take the good with the bad and you looked bad. But bad publicity can be good publicity. Can’t care what others think about you

  • @tyrekcollins5385
    @tyrekcollins5385 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Yea she turned off them TK comments quick know she wrong people getting at her no accountability trash shouts to TK a legend off just came to drop this comment never watch this trash

  • @TheMissladylay
    @TheMissladylay ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I really like her she is so authentic

  • @shantiapugh
    @shantiapugh ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Yall hitting it on the head with this child support. My daughters sperm donor is on CS but getting paid under the table so he isn't paying anything smh his back child support is 10k plus smh

  • @dreamdelights
    @dreamdelights ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It’s a shame when it’s their child and they don’t want care for the children.

  • @HiselfvsLowSelf
    @HiselfvsLowSelf 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can you turn on the comments to the TK Kirkland interview please? I got something to tell you over there on that video.

  • @TheMillennialFlutist
    @TheMillennialFlutist ปีที่แล้ว +1

    RAN HERE from TikTok!! Feeling this bc I’m Going through my own adoption stuff right now 🫥

  • @sylviabunny
    @sylviabunny ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I want to know what happened after she met her birth mom.. why did she change the subject 🫠

  • @jainae1
    @jainae1 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I wonder why she didn’t say what happened with the nanny and the children that got hurt and had to get rushed to the hospital.

    • @sforbes92
      @sforbes92 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's episode 168 not this episode

  • @angelw8791
    @angelw8791 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Its the crying on her birthday 😭

  • @grumpy050209
    @grumpy050209 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Whoever has kids with the host of the show, I feel for you bro..

  • @dcmoore3741
    @dcmoore3741 ปีที่แล้ว

    Chile the stress 😩 you're taking off my shoulders with these Birthday parties.

  • @Turr3ntin3T3l3vision
    @Turr3ntin3T3l3vision 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    TK!!!! I really dislike when male or female think like her . Won’t let nobody talk and then think the world only works how he/she think. SOME WOMEN MOVE DIFFERENT! perfect example of why good men or become jaded . Then delete the comment access lol nah you was so hype on some silly stuff. Gotta think before you speak

  • @MALDEEZE
    @MALDEEZE 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Why did you turn off your comments for the tk kirkland video? 😂😂😂😂

  • @rockhill_e9943
    @rockhill_e9943 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So TK got her SCARED, SCARED. lol

  • @zorieddie8946
    @zorieddie8946 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I love Ariel so much ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @MrVocal_
    @MrVocal_ ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Adoption story was crazy wow

  • @MysidekickNiko
    @MysidekickNiko ปีที่แล้ว

    Great show love the guest but the host takes over. She should let her guest speak more. Much success to them both.

  • @jaquidadavis1
    @jaquidadavis1 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I love the vibes ❤

  • @barbrobertson3965
    @barbrobertson3965 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's betrayal, to not be truthful with your kids.

  • @mspartiidiva
    @mspartiidiva ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Just WOW! I need more, this was such a good story to hear.

    • @carlawilmaris
      @carlawilmaris  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I cannot wait to get her own podcast started!

  • @shelikessports3704
    @shelikessports3704 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You 2 woman deserve so much good in life! You guys deserve men who will love cherish and respect you 💕

    • @Mr.RadioVoice
      @Mr.RadioVoice 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Not Carla but Ariel yes.

  • @Clicks-Prosper
    @Clicks-Prosper 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    A mistake is a choice. If it's not a choice, it's not a mistake. That's called an accident.

  • @mzkikiebabiie
    @mzkikiebabiie ปีที่แล้ว

    Im here from tiktok & subscribed

    • @carlawilmaris
      @carlawilmaris  ปีที่แล้ว

      Awww welcome to the tribe friend! 🙌🏽

  • @spottw5201
    @spottw5201 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Why she turn off the comments from the tk interview SMH 😂

  • @iamcoolflow
    @iamcoolflow 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    She corny she’s a fake podcast host turn on the comments for the TK Kirkland episode

  • @tyrone7654
    @tyrone7654 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    TK Kirkland comments are still off 🤷🏾‍♂️

  • @aaliyah-rose4265
    @aaliyah-rose4265 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Omg I wanna know if she ever found her dad.

  • @aliciacoleman1
    @aliciacoleman1 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Why did you turn the notifications off for the TK interview. Stop making black women look bad. You will get fame from that episode but for a bad reason.

  • @tclassic6040
    @tclassic6040 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Why you turn off the comments on tk Kirkland interview? I bet you was getting smoked in the comments lol

  • @sharronbanks7399
    @sharronbanks7399 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Why want she let he Finnish the story she oh my got she talks to much

  • @twotimesbam
    @twotimesbam 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Why you turn off them comments on the other video????

  • @LxNaw781
    @LxNaw781 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Omg im crying!!!!😭😭😭

  • @rytiski
    @rytiski 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have to tell you. You picking and choosing which vids that comments can be made turn on and off is not PIVOT WITH PURPOSE. Allow all episodes to be commented on. You allow comments on this ep but won't allow TK's ep with comments bc I'm pretty sure they were pretty negative to you. Allow everyone the chance to watch the whole video and voice their opinions.

  • @NikeCortez14
    @NikeCortez14 ปีที่แล้ว

    Carla gave such a wonderful perspective about the adoption I didn't even think about it that way 😥💜

  • @johnnynieto9388
    @johnnynieto9388 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Haha why you turn your comments off on the TK Kirkland interview😂

  • @MrClevelandMade
    @MrClevelandMade 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Turn them TK comments on

  • @arieemetcalf8804
    @arieemetcalf8804 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    He did that out of spite not love

    • @_adrian_sean
      @_adrian_sean ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The dad definitely. FACTS 💯 idk how they don't see that but maybe they're pink clouding

  • @dabosslady76cs
    @dabosslady76cs ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This was amazing.

  • @angelw8791
    @angelw8791 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    O snap yall in florida

  • @YouTube_CS
    @YouTube_CS ปีที่แล้ว

    It’s the “Ditooooo” for me 😂😂😂😂 🇵🇷

  • @mrcriticr
    @mrcriticr 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

    This comment is not for this video.
    I came here cause you turned the comments off the tk interview (I can predict why)
    One thing I realized is that as much as you claim to not judge, you attacked that man and didn’t allow him to finish his messages fully, which ultimately frustrates the viewer in me cause you’re interviewing these guests. The lack of patience because you think someone is speaking slow (he’s not) when yall basically spoke at the same speed is laughable and shows lack of understanding as a person. It gave off what a great deal of women do. Man is not perfect but he took accountability and stood on his words.
    You must have gotten hella backlash on that video. Learn to listen more to the FULL MESSAGE of what someone is trying to convey, instead of listening to respond.

  • @elizabethbumpus5215
    @elizabethbumpus5215 ปีที่แล้ว

    Im drinking wine with y’all. I feel your pain about being severely out numbered by your children. I am a single mom if 6 and let me tell you… these conversations feel like a therapy session with friends!

  • @taylorlewis967
    @taylorlewis967 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    TikTok got me here

  • @vickoneo1032
    @vickoneo1032 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    She turned her comments off😂😂😂. Super wack and cowardice! Stand on your actions and your behavior.

  • @Juscalmejay
    @Juscalmejay ปีที่แล้ว +3

    We crack head babies 😂😂

  • @GoodOlMarcus
    @GoodOlMarcus 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Lmao. Funny that them comments on the TK Kirkland interview are off. You don’t wanna read everyone tell you how wrong, rude and disrespectful you are?

  • @mistro7048
    @mistro7048 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    U lame for turning off the comments on tk interview 😂😂😂

  • @janettelopez4723
    @janettelopez4723 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is there a podcast on apple?

  • @PatriciasDaughter
    @PatriciasDaughter ปีที่แล้ว

    I need the ebook ❤

  • @shelikessports3704
    @shelikessports3704 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    PLEASE START A PODCAST OR TH-cam CHANNEL ARIEL!!!!!!

  • @ImPushinPete
    @ImPushinPete 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Weird she shut off comments on her to Kirkland terrible interviewer crazy how you just bombard someone in an interview I notice you do it with all your male guest and let your female guest express themselves fully misandrist 😂 GG

  • @lancesmith4779
    @lancesmith4779 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Comments off on some videos....hmmmm....

  • @waynehendersonjr2349
    @waynehendersonjr2349 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Scared of the TK comments. Shame, shame shame

  • @tyetienty4012
    @tyetienty4012 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bro who is she? I want to follow her page or something

  • @fcashmere3560
    @fcashmere3560 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    🤣🤣🤣 Turned the comments off is nasty work!

  • @Djsvnchez
    @Djsvnchez 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    This gotta be the weakest podcast 😂

    • @djhollywoodco
      @djhollywoodco 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Real Life!!

    • @YouTube_Disciple_YTD_Demon
      @YouTube_Disciple_YTD_Demon 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It's terrible and this is the most clout we gonna give this Iady so don't subscribe .. she talks about child support like it's mandatory when not everyone brings the Courts into their business .. I got 3 BM's and never been put on child support bkuz none of my BM's were 🌽🦵🏾 enough to put me on when they already know/knew that I am a standup man who loves taking care of his kids. I even went to prison for 4½ years and told 2 of my BM's to put me on CS and they literally refused to do so. I never wanna see this Iady on my TH-cam notifications .... EVER!!!!

  • @BigYank
    @BigYank 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    After watching that TK clip I don't blame WAX at all your mouth is crazy.

  • @janiceparker6160
    @janiceparker6160 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    All Jordyn’s are like that. My daughter is a mess. 😂. I am so sorry for that. We hid secrets back then