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Realistic expectations
Genuine respect for birth parents
Understanding of loss issues for birth parents, the child and themselves
Acceptance of child differences
Unpossessive attitudes toward children
Assertiveness / ability to advocate
Openness to support / learning from others
Flexibility / ability to improvise
Interchangeable, supportive roles as a couple
A network of support whether adopting as a single person or a couple
High tolerance for emotional pain
Sense of humour
Sense of spirituality / inner strength / faith
Ability to meet own personal needs
Ability to provide an accepting, nurturing and stable environment for children