In today’s episode, we meet someone who’s become a quiet force in the movement to recognize and support glass children. She goes by the name Nope—not her real name, but the one she uses online to protect her privacy. And under that name, she created something remarkable. Nope is an adult glass child—and she’s the founder of the Glass Children SubReddit, the largest online community in the world dedicated to the glass child experience.



https://www.reddit.com/r/GlassChildren



Nope grew up in Belgium, is highly educated, and by all outward appearances, she’s successful. But behind that success is a childhood marked by silence, emotional invisibility, and trauma.




A gentle trigger warning: In this conversation, Nope shares deeply personal truths—about the pain that led her to self-harm, her battle with Complex PTSD, and the long road she’s walked toward healing. But you’ll also hear about the strength and compassion that led her to build a safe space for others who grew up unseen.



This is her story. And this is the legacy she’s building—one post, one comment, one glass child at a time.



Welcome to the I See Glass Children podcast. (Content Note: This episode and podcast series contains discussions of childhood trauma, neglect, self-harm,, suicidal ideation, and family violence. Please listen with care and seek support if needed)



What You’ll Hear



• The pain of growing up with a sister who didn’t sleep and constantly screamed, hidden behind a calm, matter of fact voice



• Nope’s first crisis with dissociation



• What led Nope to seek professional help



• The things have helped Nope cope with childhood trauma and neglect



• Why Nope decided to create a the Glass Children SubReddit



Connect & Engage



Ready to join the movement? Here’s how you can help break the silence around glass children:



1. Subscribe to the I See Glass Children Podcast on YouTube | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | or wherever you get your podcasts



2. Share this episode with someone who needs to hear it and tell them, “You have to hear this.”



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REMEMBER: If you’re struggling, reach out to a mental health professional. You do not have to do this alone. Thank you for listening to the I See Glass Children podcast. I’m Alicia Meneses Maples and I see you.



Produced by: Brewing.Media



Dedicated to: My Daddy. I love you with all my heart forevers.



Special thanks to: BlueHair
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