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Posts on religious trauma, cults, purity culture, queerness and working out life after a high-control group. Some are practical, some are personal, and you can start anywhere.
Gratitude and Closure: The Final Episode of Beyond the Surface with Sam Sellers
Join Sam in the final episode of Beyond the Surface as she reflects on her journey and the importance of sharing stories.
Haram Doodles: On Leaving Islam and Finding Her Voice With Sammy
Engage with Sammy's experiences as she opens up about her transition from a Muslim upbringing and the art of Haram Doodles.
Inside the Two by Twos: On Survival, Creativity, and Finding Her Voice with Meliesa Tigard
Join Meliesa as she reveals her journey growing up in the Two by Twos, exploring themes of compliance, identity, and creativity.
After Osho: Disillusionment, Recovery, and What Comes Next with Nicola Ranson
Join Nicola as she shares her experiences in the Osho Rajneesh community, discussing disillusionment and recovery.
When the Church Outs You and What Exclusion Costs You with Chrissy Sellers
Discover Chrissy's story of navigating exclusion and the challenges faced when being outed by your church community.
The Queer Christian with Brandan Robertson
Discover Brandan's heartfelt narrative on being queer, conversion therapy, and finding spirituality beyond fear.
When The Pastor's Kid Comes Out with Jay Pesavento
Listen to Jay's honest conversation about being a pastor's kid, queerness, and the journey to self-acceptance and truth.
Behind the Scenes at the RTC: The Event & Beyond with Sam Sellers & Elise Heerde
Discover the exciting developments at RTC and the upcoming event designed for survivors of high-control systems.
DID, High-Control Systems, and Plural Identity with Joh Knyn
Discover how trauma and high-control systems influences dissociative identity disorder and the need for compassionate approaches to DID in therapy.
Cult Bride: The Traces That Don't Just Disappear with Liz Cameron
Hear parts of Liz Cameron's story authored in Cult Bride, on the impact of cult dynamics and the recovery journey that follows.
When the Cracks Start to Show and Leaving the 2x2's with Alicia Ross
Discover Alicia's powerful insights on leaving the 2x2's, a high-control system that deeply affected her sense of self.
Hollow Sunday: Confronting the Complexity of Easter Emotions with Elise Heerde & Sam Sellers
Explore the complex emotions surrounding Easter, as we discuss the impact of religious trauma and societal expectations.
From Obedience to Autonomy and Life Beyond Fundamentalism with Naomi Norton
Explore the complexities of fundamentalism with Naomi, highlighting recovery, self-kindness, and growth beyond high-control environments.
Finding Freedom and Leaving the 2x2's with Tristan Phipps
Dive into Tristan's experiences growing up in the 2x2's and how they shaped his understanding of fear and freedom.
Exploring Identity and Power: A Deep Dive into Wicked with Sam Sellers
Unpack the themes of Wicked and how its narrative and characters mirror the experiences of breaking free from high control systems.
The Complexity of Spirituality and Embodiment Beyond Religion with Katie Krier
Katie explores spirituality after religious trauma. Discover how to reconnect with yourself through personal embodiment practices.
Life After Leaving Faith And Losing Your Community Overnight with Sam Sellers
Join Sam and Matt in a heartfelt conversation about community, loss, and resilience after leaving high-control faith spaces.
Freedom from Fundamentalism after Four Decades with Stacy Singledecker
Explore Stacy's journey through fundamentalism over 40 years and the impact it had on her mental health and sense of self.
Coming Home To Self: Queer, Spiritual & Free with Ben Nicholson
Learn about Ben's unique experiences with queerness and faith, and how he rebuilt his identity after incarceration.