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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.
Unpacking Religious Trauma: What It Is and Why It Matters
Explore religious trauma and its significance. Understand the psychological and spiritual harm caused by certain religious beliefs.
Grieving the Living: When Abandonment Feels Like Death
Grief extends beyond death; it includes the pain of abandonment, especially in religious contexts, affecting identity and belonging. Healing is possible.
To the One Who Is Finally Embracing Their Queerness
Embracing queerness is a courageous act of self-love and resilience, deserving celebration despite societal challenges and opposition. You are worthy.
Breaking the Silence: Naming and Healing Spiritual Abuse
Spiritual abuse manifests through power and control, leading to disconnection from self and seeking healing through recognition and support.
Reclaiming Your Body: Unlearning Harmful Religious Teachings and Embracing the Truth
The author's healing journey involved unlearning harmful religious teachings about the body, embracing self-acceptance, and reclaiming autonomy, joy, and identity.
Setting Boundaries at Christmas: Protecting Your Peace During the Holidays
Setting boundaries during Christmas helps navigate stress, manage expectations, and prioritise personal well-being amidst family dynamics and traditions.
Finding Hope in the Holidays: Religious Trauma, Christmas, and Strategies for Coping with Loneliness
The holiday season can be challenging for those with religious trauma, but creating new traditions and seeking support can help navigate loneliness.
Creating a Supportive Environment During Christmas
Navigating Christmas can be challenging for those with religious trauma; finding support, creating safe spaces, and prioritising self-care are essential.
Navigating the Holidays as a Survivor: Common Triggers and How to Prepare for the Festive Season
Feeling overwhelmed by the holidays? Triggering religious trauma? Discover strategies to navigate triggers and expectations with gentleness.
When Love Has Strings Attached: Grieving Friendships Tainted by "Love The Sinner, Hate The Sin"
The complexities of conditional love within friendships and the impact of the phrase 'hate the sin, love the sinner' on LGBTQIA+ individuals.
The Weight of the Mask: Navigating Queer Identity in Religious Spaces
Peeling back the layers of masking in religious communities: the psychological toll and potential for healing for LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Is Letting Children Watch The Passion of the Christ Child Abuse?
Religious trauma and The Passion of the Christ: exploring the potential psychological impact of graphic violence in the popular film.
The Quiet Harm of Internalised Queerphobia: A Reflection on Religion and Rejection
Uncover the impact of internalised queerphobia and religious beliefs. Explore the weight of shame and the journey to self-acceptance.
The Role of Shame in Spiritual Gaslighting: How It Keeps You Silent
The toxic blend of shame and spiritual gaslighting. Understand how these tactics can silence and invalidate, and discover ways to break free.
Understanding Self-Spiritual Gaslighting: My Personal Journey Through It
Understand self-spiritual gaslighting and its effect on your spiritual well-being. Looking at how it undermines your experiences and emotions.
Welcome To The Religious Trauma Collective - Australia & New Zealand
Introducing The Religious Trauma Collective: a community for those impacted by religious trauma. Find connection, support, and resources.
Recognising Pendulum Thinking: What to Listen for in Ourselves and Others
Discover the concept of Pendulum Thinking and learn how to identify and foster more moderate, sustainable perspectives.
Understanding Scrupulosity: Navigating Religious OCD
Understanding scrupulosity: the constant guilt, anxiety, & struggle with religious beliefs. Learn how this form of OCD affects individuals.
Reconnecting With Your Body: Healing Religious Trauma Through The Nervous System
Find healing and connection after religious trauma. Explore practices to regulate your nervous system and restore the mind-body connection.