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DevOUT is a show dedicated to unraveling indoctrination whether it's from high-control religion, a toxic relationship, or even our own installed mindsets.We will discuss the many ways in which you can break free from thoughts that you yourself did not cho

Wendi Renay


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    IT ALL WORKS OUT!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2024 3:22


    This year, I want us to explore the stories of those who have faced tough challenges, particularly those who've come out of cult environments. I believe these conversations are vital in helping others find hope and connection in their own lives. Each episode will feature guests who've navigated their journeys and learned powerful lessons along the way.I'll also share my own insights from my time away—what I learned about myself, the importance of stepping back, and how we can all cultivate a sense of peace amid chaos.This podcast isn't just about surviving; it's about thriving and discovering that, ultimately, everything works out in the end. So whether you've faced similar challenges or just want to hear some inspiring stories, there's something here for everyone.

    Where Are They Now? Candice Ficalora

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 50:40


    Hello there! It's good to be back, I am excited about this new series. Are you ready for some stories about growth? Health and wellness? Healthy mindsets? Unraveled indoctrination? LET'S DO IT!! --------------------------------------------------------------- For Candace's first interview: https://youtu.be/rE_mP0aTEyY Born and raised in Brooklyn NYC to a former JW mom turned reinstated and non-JW dad, Candice grew up around the organization and was mentally in for most of her life, baptized at 26 years old, and woke up at 34 years old due to in her words the governing body "not staying in their lane" referring to their over-reach of encouraging certain personal decisions upon the congregants, rather than just sticking to "spiritual food". Candice's self-care journey helped her break free from the indoctrination and she shares her story to help others do the same. ------------------- To contact Candice: Instagram @candi_cee_

    Social Anxiety, Sadness, Depression, and Other Feelings - with Ryan Lee, PsyD

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2023 97:35


    To contact Dr. Ryan: www.drryanlee.com "I was raised as a Jehovah's Witness from birth until the age of 18, when I realized that there was more to the world than I had been taught. The following years, while exciting in some respects, were also challenging as I set out to rebuild my identity, world view and community from the ground up. I found my own time in therapy to be immensely helpful in this endeavor, however therapists I worked with had little familiarity with the depth to which this kind of religious conditioning penetrates the mind and soul. I often wished for someone who not only understood, but was equipped to help rewrite that unique brand of programming. After earning my doctorate in clinical psychology and accumulating over ten years' experience as a therapist, I am so happy to be able to make good use of my religious background in the service of supporting others who have made the courageous decision to listen to their heart and seek independence. I feel so blessed to have found an occupation that I feel so passionately about. My enthusiasm is based both in a love for the work itself and the joy of seeing the positive, life changing results this process has on those who engage with it. I am currently living in/working from Peru with my two whippets (who hold a very special place in my heart), and have an active interest in plant medicine (primarily ayahuasca), meditation, reading and creating stained glass art. #exjwsthink #jehovahswitnesses #psychology #cults #therapy #narcissism #exjw To contact Ryan: www.drryanlee.com

    Are All Religious Cults the Same? Anthony Forte, Former Deacon, World Mission Society Church of God

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2023 64:19


    Anthony is a former deacon and a 10.5 year member of the World Mission Society Church of God, a cult group that believes Jesus' second coming already happened (and this Jesus died in 1985) and worships an elderly lady in Korea as “God the Mother.” Through the pandemic, personal research, and family support, Anthony was able to escape the mind control this group had over him as well as the arranged marriage they coerced him into. MORE INFO ABOUT WORLD MISSION SOCIETY OF GOD: https://open.spotify.com/show/28S9Lh2CvCtRJ8ByAXxUP1?si=DlXRt1r8TEepXdfTfhYCSghttps://youtube.com/@UCfi2w6gJGj1jHdEk-e_b7pA https://youtube.com/@UCQ03ecl0cI962vrOWOuN6dg https://www.examiningthewmscog.com/

    David Podos: Tips for reaching out to journalists

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2023 64:51


    Mr. Podos is a life -long resident of Utica New York. In his early professional career, he worked for a number of non-for-profit entities as Executive Director. In 2000 Podos was part of the faculty of a private business college located in Utica and held the position of Adjunct Instructor. He furthered his teaching career in 2005 when he became a faculty member at Mohawk Valley Community College, (also located in Utica New York), where he taught economics, marketing, and labor law till 2015. Podos is a former writer for Campus News- the country's largest community college newspaper. Presently he writes for Mohawk Valley in Good Health newspaper and is one of their senior writers for the past 7 plus years. Contact information- Cell- 315-292-0589 E mail- podosdavid3@gmail.com or- podosdavid52@gmail.com

    "Shunned by the very family we raised" with Joe and Fran Guerino

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2023 92:14


    Joe and Fran Guerino share their story of raising a family in the Jehovah's Witness religion and what their wakeup process looked like.  To contact Joe and Fran: jandfguerino@gmail.com   315-221-0130

    Deacon Behind Bars with Krystaelynne Diggs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2023 19:44


    Krystaelynne is an author and child sexual abuse advocate who is dedicated to using her writing to educate and empower children. With a background in criminal justice, political science, and ethnic studies, she has made it her mission to prevent child sexual abuse and promote positive self-esteem in young readers. As a mother, Krystaelynne is passionate about providing children with the tools they need to develop confidence and strength in the face of life's challenges. In her work as an advocate, she is committed to making a positive impact on the lives of children. Krystaelynne currently resides in Northern California with her husband and son, who provide her with love and support.In addition to her books, Krystaelynne offers bulk discounts, school visits, and resources on child sexual abuse prevention. To learn more and stay updated, visit her website and follow her on social media.Website: ksdiggs.comEmail: author@ksdiggs.comInstagram: @allthingsdiggsFacebook: Author K Sanders Diggs

    Dre: "Disfellowshipping, Divorce, & The "Perfect" JW Family Dynamic"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2023 56:48


    Dre is a 35 year young Mexican/Irish fellow from Southern California. His was raised as Jehovah's Witness his entire life, but consistently struggled with his faith a majority of the time. He left the religion by way of being disfellowshipped at 31. He's passionate about music, his love for animals and personal growth. He likes to spend his time creating beautiful memories with the ones he loves.  www.instagram.com/wilderhazemusicOne love

    PODCAST EXCLUSIVE: Instagram User 'Backroom Confessions' 4th Gen, Former MS/Pioneer speaks out!

    Play Episode Play 25 sec Highlight Listen Later Jan 5, 2023 72:09


    Anonymous Instagram content creator @backroomconfessions speaks out and tells their story. This is a podcast exclusive to protect his identity. To contact Luca: Brexjwconfessions@gmail.com

    Merry Christmas? Is that weird?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2022 15:50


    Let's talk about Christmas 2022!

    "Researching JWs was part of my wakeup!" Speaking out against the cult of Shincheonji

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2022 55:40


    Chris is a former member of Shincheonji, a group that shares many similarities with the Jehovah Witnesses. Due to the similarities between the Jehovah Witnesses and another Korean cult named "World Mission Society Church of God", he eventually discovered that what Shincheonji was teaching wasn't the truth, and left the high demand group.#SCJ #Shincheonji #exjwJW article mentioned: https://www.jw.org/en/library/magazin...Show less

    Former Pioneer: "I reported my own father to the elders!" with Marti Ries

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2022 45:54


    About Marti: "I was born and raised in Sacramento California. I am a certified Life Coach, Reiki Practitioner, Sound Bowl Healer, and I have done many other healing modalities.  I was born a Jehovah's Witness in 1973. I was baptized when I was 11 in 1985. During that time I was severely physically abused by both of my parents. My dad is out of the religion. My mom is in her 90s is still healthy and active Witness. I faded out of being a Witness in Aug. 2004 because I kept seeing the cycle of abuse not getting better but worse in the various congratulations. Shunning real.Your are not alone in your struggle.. There is hope, and life can get better.  MyFBb is Marti Ries  my IG is @crystalvibration_. Please message me and tell me you heard my story from Wendi's show.."

    "I went to prison as a JW Conscientious Objector"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2022 49:38


    Phil Evangelinos, author, blogger and exjw activist spent time in prison as what's known as a conscientious objector.LINKSYOUTUBE CHANNEL : PHIL EVANGELINOS : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5pBkzOhLxV2cpiRTpX5IuQAMAZON BOOK: 5 PLANETARY DISASTERS OF THE END https://www.amazon.co.uk/Planetary-Disasters-End-Phil-Evangelinos-ebook/dp/B099HNW44Z/ref=sr_1_1?crid=28MY19CHN5X8F&keywords=phil+evangelinos&qid=1666857746&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjAwIiwicXNhIjoiMC4wMCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMDAifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=PHIL+EVANGEL%2Caps%2C468&sr=8-1#JehovahsWitnesses #ExJw #religion #cultsurvivor #mentalhealth

    "How To Pursue a Dream After a Life of Control" with Wesley David

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2022 53:39


    Wesley David has lived 2 very different lives, and the only thing that's held them - and himself - together has been an obsession with music.  Growing up in the Jehovah's Witnesses, the Singer-Songwriter has relied on a love of all things Rock ‘n' Roll since a young age as an escape - one which would eventually lead him to become a touring musician in LA, Arizona and the Southwest.  Influenced at a young age by the alt-rock and pop of the 90s/2000s like Oasis , Nirvana and Radiohead, plus classic and prog rock from the Beatles to Rush, his whimsical, tongue-in-cheek songwriting style was both identity and escape from the often dreary and frightening world of an expectation of the Apocalypse (delayed).  His new EP 'Satori' is a 6-song collection produced by Thom Flowers (Steve Perry, The Ataris, Toad the Wet Sprocket) and features 'Easy for You' 'Seesaw', and 'I'll be damned'.  Website - https://wesleydavidmusic.comNew EP 'Satori' Signed Cassette - https://wesleydavid.bandcamp.comSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/album/0dOLLFslUryvWSwipjbksB?si=1QXqmrb3SoC62qnxIjJ1iwApple Music - https://music.apple.com/us/artist/wesley-david/1526621390'Easy for You' Music Video - https://youtu.be/N81koVD1f6E@wesleydavidmusichttps://instagram.com/wesleydavidmusic

    "How I navigated the crushing effects of waking up" A convo with TikTok ExJw Karin Bauer

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2022 37:29


    Karin was raised as a Jehovah's Witness from the age of 4 years old when her mom converted to the religion in 1985. After being disfellowshipped at 16 and reinstated at 17, Karin spent an additional 19 years as one of Jehovah's witnesses until leaving in 2017.  In 2021, she decided to speak publicly on social media about her experiences growing up as a Jehovah's Witness and the problematic doctrines of the organization. Her goal in doing so is to educate people about the realities and dangers of this high-control religion and to provide a safe space for others who have left to laugh, cry, and hopefully feel less alone in their journey to break free.Instagram: @karinwith_an_iTiktok: @jehobahs_thiccness

    CSA in the Jehovah's Witness Organization: "Our daughter will NOT be silenced!"

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2022 36:16


    Ashley Barrera was born and raised a Jehovah's Witness and left the organization with her husband and three kids in 2018 after coming face to face with the way CSA cases are ignored inside the group.Follow along as she tells the tragic story and how her amazing daughter, a survivor, is using her pain to help others.For more information on JW CSA, please visit: www.jwchildabuse.orgFor information about the Australian Royal Commission please visit:https://www.childabuseroyalcommission.gov.au/case-studies/case-study-29-jehovahs-witnessesBE ON THE SHOW:www.wendirenay.com/tellyourstoryGet to know me:InstagramFBTwitterThank you so much for being here and for supporting the survivors. If you are in crisis please call 911. Help is always available.

    Motherhood on the other side of the Jehovah's Witness religion: A convo with ExJw Avi Greene

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2022 67:08


    Avi Greene is a certified nutrition, fitness, and mindset coach. Her work was born out of a strong desire to help women heal their relationship with their own bodies. And this process helped her escape the high-control religion of Jehovah's Witnesses and build a vibrant life of service and love.Avi would love for you to watch out to her on any of her social media platforms:Instagramm @foodiefitmethodFacebook Avi GreeneOr through her website:Www.mamaAvi.comHer book, set to release in early October, is called A Plate of Self Care- Heal your relationship with your body & food today.Visit www.PlateofSelfCare.com for updates.

    "I was expelled from college in my senior year for speaking out" with Andrew Pledger

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2022 77:36


    "The most psychologically damaging was the hateful sermons on the LGBTQ+ community.I'm a religious trauma survivor who escaped fundamentalist Christianity (the IFB cult). I bring awareness to spiritual and religious abuse. My podcast Speaking Up with Andrew Pledger offers a platform for people to share their stories of surviving toxic religions and cults. Being a part of the LGBTQ+ community, and experiencing religious trauma has inspired me to pursue psychology to help survivors. In the meantime, I'm a religion recovery coach helping people grapple with life after religion. I am an influencer on the rise and my vocation started with a controversial interview with Josh Harris (Kissed Dating Goodbye, author). I've appeared on several podcasts like Preacher Boys, IndoctriNation, This Little Light of Mine, The Phil Drysdale Show, and many more. I am the Social Media Manager for the IndoctriNation podcast which is hosted by renowned cult expert Rachel Bernstein. I'm now on a mission to spread awareness of these issues by using social media platforms"To contact Andrew: https://4ndrewpledger.mypixieset.com/...Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

    How to Recognize Your Intuition with Ashley Easter, Founder of Courage365

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2022 37:41


    Ashley Easter is a cult survivor turned Intuition Coach who helps people escape self-doubt and harness the science and practice of intuition so they can take control of their destiny by becoming Intuitive AF.She is also the founder of Courage 365, a non-profit for abuse survivors (especially those abused in faith contexts) and a television producer focused on highlighting stories of meaning and mission.Intuition Work: www.AshleyEaster.comInstagram: @iamashleyeasterActivism Work: www.Courage365.orgTwitter: @ashleymeaster

    LGBTQ, Baptized Adult, Locked Down, Woken Up! with Candice Ficalora

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2022 63:21


    Born and raised in Brooklyn NYC to a former JW mom turned reinstated and non-JW dad, Candice grew up around the organization and was mentally in for most of her life, baptized at 26 years old, and woke up at 34 years old due to in her words the governing body "not staying in their lane" referring to their over-reach of encouraging certain personal decisions upon the congregants, rather than just sticking to "spiritual food". Candice's self-care journey helped her break free from the indoctrination and she shares her story to help others do the same. -------------------To contact Candace: Instagram @candi_cee_--------------------To contact Wendi:www.wendirenay.comTikTok, Instagram: @wendirenaySHOW LESSd

    Jared Scott: Former JW Elder speaks to the soul of a PIMO, "I want to help others!"

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2022 66:26


    Being born as a 3rd generation JW, I was unquestionably loyal to this high-control organization. I was the prototypical small town congregation 'Golden Child'. Starting at an early age as an Unbaptized Publisher at age 10 and Baptized at 15, I checked all the boxes, progressing from Pioneer to Ministerial Servant, and eventually an Elder at 29 years of age. Carrying the weight of so many expectations in that life and also trying to be a good husband resulted in tremendous strains and mental stresses. Who would think one music video at a 2015 Regional Convention would result in a nearly 4-year journey of self-discovery, a revelation of the Truth about the Truth, and also with it, unimaginable heartbreak and pain? "This story is not finished, but if it did right now, It would definitely have a happy ending. I want the same for anyone and everyone who may be on a similar journey of awakening. It is my hope that this discussion will do just that."To contact Jared: www.instagram.com/jaredlscott1977To contact Wendi: wendirenay@gmail.com  www.wendirenay.comwww.instagram.com/wendirenay

    Podcast Exclusive: So I Lost My Job Last Week

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2022 22:06


    In this episode, we discuss self-worth, salary, lack of education, and the most difficult part of all of it. Financial Feminists Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/financial-feminist/id1566054936FB Group: Her First 100kWebsite mentioned:www.thesocialnarrator.com

    Community Updates with Former Elder/COBE Ken Mayo

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2022 39:54


    In this episode, EXJW activist Ken Mayo stops by for a light-hearted chat about the work he's doing behind the scenes. Ken is proof that you don't need your own channel to support those who are just waking up!Former, current, PIMO elders chat: Reach out to Ken for more info. I'm just a woman, what do I know? LOLTo reach Ken: Phone: 256.996.2561Email kenmayo@bellsouth.netKen Mayo publicly read his dissociation letter one year ago on this channel. For that video:https://youtu.be/ks1RghdxC1YTO tell your story: www.wendirenay.com#exjw #jehovahswitnesses #religion #elder #narcissism

    "My children are my life, and what I'd do differently" A conversation with Tyler Ahrens

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2022 61:03


    Former JW turned Mental Health Specialist Tyler Ahrens joins the show to talk with us about finding and navigating your way through the parenting path after waking up. Sadly, despite your best efforts to reverse the cycle, your children may be practicing the JW religion's teaching of shunning, which may be aimed directly at you.  What do you do? Listen to what Tyler would do differently if given the opportunity and how he turned it all around by a big career change. Now he funnels that pain into helping others through their very real, raw, and painful experiences. From Tyler:"I always believed that what I was taught as a child had to be true. But it never made sense, and I always thought there was something wrong with me. After I had children of my own, I couldn't teach them something that I couldn't back up myself. So I decided to "make the truth my own," and started doing objective research. And nothing could have prepared me for learning the truth."TO CONTACT TYLER:Finding Paradise:https://linktr.ee/FindingParadiseTwitter - @xjw308IG - tca1101FB - Tyler AhrensFREE DOWNLOAD: https://wendirenaycoaching.com/gameplanTo be on the DevOUT show: https://calendly.com/wendirenay/sharemystory#exjw #mentalhealth #jehovahswitnesses #cultsurvivor #narcissism #religion

    PODCAST EXCLUSIVE: "I researched Jehovah's Witnesses and woke up from Scientology"

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2022 108:17


    Season opener! I'm back with a season chock-full of content, stories, and rebuttals. On this episode:During her journey of researching Jehovah's Witnesses, anonymous truth-teller "Joy" speaks with me about her wake-up from Scientology.  As a mother and a wife, high-control groups are impartial when it comes to the emotional hold it has on members. 

    Physical Pain, Trauma, & High-Control Relationships

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2022 22:23


    Book mentioned: The Body Keeps The ScoreTherapist suggestion: Dr. Ryan LeeVisit my library here: https://wendirenaycoaching.com/libraryFREE DOWNLOAD: Game Plan: https://wendirenaycoaching.com/gameplan

    I Disassociated Today / We Can Do Hard Things

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2022 13:40


    It's part of the 2022 convention that was just posted.Starts at around 38:30, Friday part 1 sessionhttps://www.jw.org/en/library/videos/#en/mediaitems/LatestVideos/pub-co-r22_1_VIDEO

    Podcast Exclusive: The Anonymous Wide-Awake Mom

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2022 15:45


    In this episode, “Jane” tells us her story of waking up to the atrocities within the JW org. Thank you for your anonymous submission. To submit your story:https://forms.gle/mb35emmoc3LpqRoy9

    "How my own truth became the real truth:" A convo with Vevian Vozmediano

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2022 48:12


    Vevian is a trauma-informed coach who has been working one-on-one with clients for almost 10 years. She spent 3/4 of her life as a Jehovah's Witness and now has a group-based program to help ex-JW women find out who they are outside the organization. Link:https://www.livehappylivehealthy.com/find-your-truth

    You Can Avoid Being a Victim! with Cameron Danalis

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Apr 20, 2022 22:36


    Cameron Danalis is an international CEO, world traveler, serial real-estate investor, and now a published author.Cameron has been inundated with wide-ranging life circumstances, has first-hand knowledge of overcoming failure, and has fostered relationships with people around the world. Having been to dozens of different countries, he's lived a life with an abundance of unique experiences. In 2016, he had $2,000 to his name. By 2021, he had multiple rental properties, retired from his day job, and spends his free time traveling the world and advising people to help realize their own successes.Whether you buy his humanity-analyzing piece titled "Everyone's an Idiot" or want more tailored advice through his advising firm at camerondanalis.com, if you're tired of running on the perpetual hamster wheel of go to work, go home, and wait for the weekend, you've come to the right place.www.camerondanalis.comhttps://www.instagram.com/camerondanalis/https://www.amazon.com/Everyones-Idiot-explanation-everyone-idiot/dp/1736756702/

    "How I turned it all around!" A conversation with Rion, ExJw Activist

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2022 46:11


    Waking up to knowing there is freedom of choice and living life without the restrictive boundaries of a controlling religion has been the driving force for Rion. Wanting to help others educate themselves and answer the questions they were afraid to ask is why she's here!TO CONTACT RION:Tiktok: @tax.the.churchesTwitter: @tax.the.churchesTO TELL YOUR STORY:www.wendirenay.com/shareyourstory#exjw #narcissism #mindfulness #positivity #psychology #survivors

    Count the Wins!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2022 16:49


    How are you doing with counting your wins? Let's talk about it!Suggested reading: https://www.amazon.com/Atomic-Habits-Proven-Build-Break/dp/0735211299Be on the show: www.wendirenay.com/shareyourstory#ExJw #jehovahswitnesses  #Mindset #Healing

    (PODCAST EXCLUSIVE!) "I want to speak to those in their early 20s: You can do this!" with Mercedes ExJw

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Feb 21, 2022 39:05


    Mercedes is a baptized Ex-JW who has been out of the organization for 4 years but has has just recently woken up. Now she is focused on healing her trauma and hoping to get into activism to help others.

    "Reconciling my sexuality and my faith" with Danny Ritchards ExJw

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2022 54:58


    Dan was raised as one of Jehovah's Witnesses in Western Canada, and as he grew up, he struggled to come to terms with being gay in such a high control environment. Eventually, friendships with outsiders and education from secular sources led to his departure from the strict rule-based lifestyle of JWs into freedom of thought, many years later waking up to the reality of the organization's worst secrets. Despite still keeping his family at arms length and debating the nuances of opening up fully to them, he has come out the other side with a positive viewpoint on life, and hopes that others in similar situations can benefit from this experience. He can be contacted at dannyritchards@gmail.com

    Self-Compassion Despite Feeling Flawed with ExJw Joakim Le Bolloch Appell

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2022 54:59


    It took Joakim a lifetime to understand to what extent growing up in the org controlled parts of his life, how he related to emotions, himself and others, how black and white in his choices, opinions and thinking he was. How it affected his #relationships.How he for 23 years convinced himself that Addiction is just fun, he couldn't understand why people did not want to take drugs, a bit like a witness might think that people who have access to the truth and don't live by it are stupid. Though he was a little bit smarter a little better than others.Lived in the periphery of society which leads to always feeling left out, unwelcome, less than, or excluded. Without understanding that he felt flawed and like someone who didn't deserve to belong.He went from s*icidal into #rehab and discovered Bessel Van Der Kolk and Peter Levine's view on trauma and childhood adaptations and how it manifests in the body and nervous system. And Gabor Mates modality Compassionate Inquiry a somatic-based psychotherapeutic approach. Through this, Joakim began to heal and change the conditioning or actually, the trauma responses that arose and remained from the org and family dynamics to recognize and change the unconscious #beliefs that were residing in the nervous system.Now Joakim has trained in Compassionate Inquiry and works individually and in groups on zoom with #exjws co-creating a safe, compassionate, and accepting relational space to heal the disconnection that initially occurred in relation to parents, family, #god, and the org. He lives free and happy in Stockholm, Sweden with his 10-year-old twins.CONTACT Joakim:Instagram: @joakim_le_bolloch_appellTikTokWebsite: www.co-compassion.com 

    Ask a Sex Therapist: A convo with Ty Lerman, MA, LPC-S, CST, QTAP, CHt

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2022 55:18


    Ty (he/him) is a current PhD candidate in Clinical Sexology, with specialty in non-traditional (open, polyamorous, kink) relationships at the International Institute of Clinical Sexology. He began his clinical practice in 2009 after completing his master's degree at University of Houston Clear Lake. With experience in both private practice and agency settings, he has an expansive clinical knowledge in numerous treatment topics, with an emphasis on sexuality and gender, LGBTQ+ issues, and anxiety. Ty is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor, dual certifified as a Sex Therapist (CST) by both AASECT and IICS, a Queer and Transgender Affirming Professional (QTAP), and as a clinical hypnotherapist (CHt). He serves on the board of directors for Houston Group Psychotherapy Society (HGPS), the QTAP certification, and the Contemporary Relationships Conference. His expertise has been sought out and interviewed by publications including The New York Times, The Washington Post, and Refinery29, and seen on TV over a dozen times on programs and stations including “Great Day Houston” with Deborah Duncan, ABC, NBC, and KHOU news stations. Ty is honored to be recognized as the “Best Male Mental Health Therapist” by OutSmart Magazine the past four years running. Outside the clinical world, Ty is married, father to three Australian Shepherds, and proudly carries the title, “the orchid whisperer”. CONTACTTy David Lerman, MA, LPC-S, CST, QTAP, CHt (he/him)PhD(c) in Clinical Sexology at IICSwww.tdlcounseling.comwww.swpsychotherapy.comDirector of Curriculum, QTAP CertificationContemporary Relationships Conferencewww.contemporaryrelationships.com/certificationSecretary, Board of DirectorsHouston Group Psychotherapy Societywww.hgps.org2500 Wilcrest Dr, Ste 401Houston, TX 77042p: 832-942-8823f: 832-333-3031

    "Divorce of two happy people is actually possible!" A "catch up" conversation with Celeste Addison

    Play Episode Play 15 sec Highlight Listen Later Jan 30, 2022 38:24


    Celeste is an activist who has gone through a lot of changes since leaving the organization in august of 2021. She hit the ground running with activism work sharing her struggles and successes navigating her new life outside of Jehovah's Witnesses. Follow along with her journey on Instagram @celesteaddison_, tiktok @lightbulb_46. Reach out to her via email at celesteaddison111@gmail.com.

    Governing Body & Vacks: Let's Go There. (Podcast EXCLUSIVE!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2022 11:33


    How I Left "Busy" Culture & Changed My Life: Author Jennifer Peavey

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2022 41:04


    Jennifer Peavey comes from a varied background of engineering, design, and innovation. She is known for finding common ground and powerful connections in unexplored territory. Amid the pandemic, Jennifer found herself making new connections within herself as she ventured into uninvestigated spaces of her life. Through this period of isolation and reflection, she was inspired to share her discovery of turning her fear and pain into a mindset of intentional reflection and power. 

    Pam Czerny: How to Heal After a Divorce in the JW Religion

    Play Episode Play 16 sec Highlight Listen Later Jan 23, 2022 48:39


    Pam Czerny, former pioneer and exjw had an awakening that rocked her world. Not only did she change her mindset but she changed her life.  To contact Pam:Pamczerny@gmail.com(541)297-8813IG healthyskinmindbodyFB Pamela Lynn------------------------To contact Wendi:www.wendirenay.comwendi.r.nicholson@gmail.com.   InstagramTikTokFB

    Should You Try to Wake Loved Ones?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2022 21:29


    Men: Put Your Family First! MS to Disassociated with Spencer Clarkson

    Play Episode Play 21 sec Highlight Listen Later Jan 9, 2022 63:11


    Spencer is a former 3rd generation Jehovahs Witnesses and ministerial servant. 29 years old, with many experiences you may find yourself relating to. A father and husband, he has recently disassociated, and has a story that will hopefully help those who hear it.To contact Spencer: spenceclarkson92@gmail.com-------------------------------------------------To contact Wendi:www.wendirenay.comwendirenay@gmail.com. TiktokInstagramAt the suggestion of many of you, I've found a way where anyone who'd like to support me can! While I offer free content for the sole purpose of supporting you and empowering you, I am grateful for your help so I can keep going.  We are a community of people with shared struggles and shared interests. With all of my heart, thank you.  www.beacons.ai/wendirenay

    A Mom Trying to Make It: A Convo with Jennifer Keime

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2022 87:09


    As a parent, you will find Jennifer's story especially comforting. Jennifer is a 2nd generation JW who spent over 3 decades feeling like she wasn't enough.  Follow her story as she discusses generational trauma, child neglect, and raising two kids while waking up.  Contact Jennifer: TikTok: @jennifer_the_distracted--------------------------------To contact Wendi:www.wendirenay.comwendirenay@gmail.comwww.instagram.com/wendirenayTiktok: @wendirenay

    Unbaptized: The Story of Andrew Flores

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2021 43:11


    Andrew Flores is a 3rd generation ex JW (unbaptized publisher) who shares his story on leaving the organization at 15 while struggling with sobriety and depression soon after. Like many others who have left the JW's, Andrew is a recovering addict who shares his story on recovery along with some advice for any others who may find themselves in a similar situation.Andrew hopes to start his activism regarding this particular aspect of the ex JW community very soon. Stay tuned! All this plus a very controversial no blood story about of one his many hospitalizations while battling addiction.Contact Andrew: andrewflores113@gmail.com

    Mentally IN, Physically OUT. Help for the POMI

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2021 41:45


    Deena is a mother, wife, and aspiring writer as well as survivor of narcissistic abuse. In the almost 10 years that have passed since leaving high control religion, she has cultivated new relationships, pursued her passions, and learned to care for her mental and emotional health. Two years ago, the pieces finally started coming together regarding her religious trauma and how to heal from its effects.https://www.facebook.com/deena.damico1(Profile name is Deena Schlueter)Deena.schlueter@outlook.com

    How To Go from PIMO to POMO Without Disrupting Others?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2021 18:54


    I'm excited to start a new series based on your comments. It is my hope that we tackle these issues as a community. Remember, the best revenge is happiness. Always!To reach me:wendirenay@gmail.com   www.wendirenay.com

    My Kids Were Called Bad Association, That Was It!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2021 48:06


    Follow along as Jill tells us about the day her daughter wrote a letter, and her mom forced her hand to make a decision.TO CONTACT JILL:BOOK: https://amzn.to/320D6lRJill's channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT71hqAsXQA7Rt4qjC0BR1wEmail: jilllmcmillin@gmail.com  Facebook :Jill Borchardt-Mcmillin | Facebook......................Contact Wendi:www.wendirenay.com wendirenay@gmail.com

    Body Image, Purity Culture and How to Bounce Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2021 28:13


    Join Professional Body Image Coach Alex Hart and I as we discuss how to regain healthy body image after leaving high-control religion Further info: .... a general absence of sexual education and a widespread emphasis on male leadership energized by female submission and “purity culture becomes the foundation that rape culture is built on,” Paasch argues. “You have these sexual rules that are very strict and young people who are very uninformed about their bodies or about what it means to make conscious sexual decisions; they're told to repress, repress, repress. And then someone takes advantage of you and you don't even know what consent is; you've never been taught.”(Article here: https://www.marieclaire.com/culture/a...CONTACT ALEXANDRA:Instagram: @growgritfit     https://www.instagram.com/growgritfit/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/growgritfit Email: growgritfit@gmail.com BE ON THE SHOW:www.wendirenay.comwendirenay@gmail.com PERSONALIZED TRANSFORMATION COACHING BY WENDI:www.wendirenay.com#exjw #jehovahswitnesses #purityculture #mindset

    Gilead Bound to Never Going Back: A Convo with Keith Bush

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2021 37:47


    Keith Bush joins deVout to discuss his exit from the JW religion, and how his life completely turned around after finding happiness on the other side.Keith's channel: https://youtu.be/AOUCDTc4_AY

    Ex-Cobe Ken Mayo: "Married Couples, POMOs and PIMOs." An update

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2021 43:39


    Ken Mayo is one our strongest advocates for behind the scenes work.  Listen in as we talk about the latest in what he's seeing in the org as countless elders open up to him.  #exjw #jehovahswitness #excobe #jwelderTo contact Ken: 2569962561Instagram: @ken.mayo.513

    How To Manifest The Life You Want (after leaving the one you don't!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2021 27:43


    Judith is a manifestation coach, teacher, author, healer, and speaker. Judith began studying energy healing and consciousness transformation after her own experience with recurring debilitating headaches. Judith's journey has led her to 20 years of study and research of how the heart and mind work together as the basis of her 4-step Dream Creation process.  She teaches you how to create by raising your vibe to make the life you want by getting you "unstuck." Her mission is to help people manifest their dreams and shift their energy to create the life they choose.  She achieves this by coaching, workshops, speaking engagements, books, and blogs.https://www.linkedin.com/JudithJoy https://yeswithjoy.com/ https://twitter.com/yeswithjudithjoy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvAClIJ3aQFoewV3JwtJ2zw/videos  https://www.instagram.com/yeswithjudithjoy/ https://facebook.com/yeswithjudithjoy

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