Why I Finally Let American Girl In | Healing, Identity & Dolls That Changed Me

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It’s not a comeback—it’s a reckoning.

In this deeply personal video, I share how discovering American Girl dolls as an adult collector cracked open something tender in me. This isn’t just about dolls—it’s about healing, softness, childhood wounds, and the stories we tell ourselves about who we’re allowed to be.

Along the way, I introduce Julie and Corinne, reflect on my nieces’ love for AG, and explore how doll collecting has become a quiet act of resistance in a world that often demands hardness.

Whether you’re here for doll therapy, American Girl nostalgia, identity exploration, or just need a cozy video to feel less alone—you’re in the right place.

Welcome back to The Dolls, The Witch & The Wardrobe.

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⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 – Hello
00:13 – Not a Comeback, a Reckoning
01:25 – Backstory: Softness, Depression & Barbie
02:35 – Discovery: So I Got an American Girl Doll…
04:10 – Julie’s Story: 1970s Feminism and Skate Outfits
07:04 – Corinne: Sisterhood, Identity & My Nieces
09:20 – Lessons, Legacy, and What Comes Next
11:40 – Final Thoughts: Soft Hearts, Brave Voices
12:35 – See you next time

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📌 Mentioned Dolls & Topics
• American Girl Collectors
The Doll Coven    / @thedollcoven  
Cherished Doll Friends -    / @cherisheddollfriends  
• American Girl Julie Albright
• Corinne Tan, Girl of the Year 2022
• The power of doll play in adulthood
• Gentle activism and emotional safety
• Why doll collecting is resistance
• Creating connection through dolls

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🎧 Music: Licensed via [Epidemic Sound]
🎥 Shot on: iPhone 11 Pro, edited in iMovie
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