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In this week's show, we sit down with Dr. Mark Karris, Dr. Marlene Winell, and pastor and activist Brandan Robertson to talk about toxic religious gaslighting and religious trauma syndrome.If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!LINKSQuoirCast on PatreonQuoirCast on PatheosPANELISTSMark KarrisMarlene WinellBrandan Robertson
Strong Women in Secular Spaces: Dr. Marlene Winell - Christianity Run AmokDIVORCED: ChristianityDr. Marlene Winell is a licensed psychologist, educator, and writer. Her background includes 30 years of experience in human services, in both community and academic settings. She holds a doctorate in Human Development and Family Studies from Pennsylvania State University and is the author of Leaving the Fold: A guide for former fundamentalists and others leaving their religion. Dr. Winell directs the organization Journey Free, which offers services for recovery from harmful religion. In 2011, she named "Religious Trauma Syndrome." Marlene is also a filmmaker, photographer, mother, and grandmother.Today, we explore institutionalized religionism in the USA, as well as ways in which Trump represents the worst elements of Christianity. Below are Dr. Winell's articles referenced in our conversation:Trump's Worldview Mirrors the Most Archaic and Apocalyptic of Christian Beliefshttps://www.alternet.org/2016/09/trumps-worldview-mirrors-most-archaic-and-apocalyptic-christian-beliefsIt's Not Just Personal: The Collective Trauma of Religionhttps://americanhumanist.org/what-we-do/publications/eph/journals/volume29/winell/FIND Dr. WINELLhttps://www.journeyfree.org/www.marlenewinell.netJanice's Best-selling book Divorcing Religion: A Memoir and Survival Handbook is now available inUSA https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DP78TZZF and CANADA https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0DP78TZZFEarly Bird tickets are now available for the Shameless Sexuality: Life After Purity Culture conference, happening LIVE in Seattle May 23-25, 2025! Get yours now: https://www.shamelesssexuality.org/Purity Culture Survivor Support Group is happening on Thursdays at 5pm Pacific. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with others for healing and support: https://www.divorcing-religion.com/servicesNeed help on your journey of healing from Religious Trauma? Book a free 20-minute consultation with Janice here: https://www.divorcing-religion.com/servicesSupport this channel by becoming a Member of the Divorcing Religion YouTube channel! When you support this channel by joining our YouTube membership (starting as low as $3/month) you'll get early access to all of our new content, access to badges and special chat emojis, and more. Every dollar helps, so sign up to be a member today by clicking "Join" under the video. Follow Janice and Divorcing Religion on Social Media: Mastodon: JaniceSelbie@mas.toThreads: Wisecounsellor@threads.netTwitter: https://twitter.com/divorcereligionTwitter: https://twitter.com/Wise_counsellorTwitter: https://twitter.com/ComeToCORTFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DivorcingReligionTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@janiceselbieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wisecounsellor/The Divorcing Religion Podcast is for entertainment purposes only. If you need help with your mental health, please consult a qualified, secular, mental health clinician.Podcast by Porthos MediaCopyright 2024 www.porthosmedia.netSupport the show
In this week's bonus show, Matt and Keith talk about the upcoming election and how we both can't wait to talk about something other than Trump - farming, music, tattoos, or whatever else sounds interesting!If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on next Friday's Bonus Show.Please consider signing up to financially support the Network: QuoirCast on PatreonToday's Sponsors: Religionless Studios is a Progressive Christian video Bible commentary on YouTube. Every single Sunday the channel will move comprehensively and compassionately interpret the Bible through the lens of liberation theology. In addition to the YouTube channel, Religionless also has devotionals, study guides, and a Discord community that are all accessible via Patreon. Evangelicalish Podcast: From meeting 7mountains religious leaders to sitting at a table with Ted Cruz and Nancy Pelosi, Paul and Ashley can tell stories of how we got here and how the transforming divine love of heaven can save us through love for our neighbors and for ourselves. Check out the podcast that is Evangelical…ISH on all of your favorite pod apps.LINKSQuoirCast on PatreonQuoirCast on Patheos
In this week's show, we head back into the realm of mental health to discuss Religious Trauma Syndrome with therapists Mark Karris and Anna Clark Miller, and life coach Danae Massey Casteel.If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!Pick up Sometimes Matt's new book, Heretic, Too!Today's Sponsor: Religionless Studios is a Progressive Christian video Bible commentary on YouTube. Every single Sunday the channel will move comprehensively and compassionately interpret the Bible through the lens of liberation theology. In addition to the YouTube channel, Religionless also has devotionals, study guides, and a Discord community that are all accessible via Patreon.LINKSQuoirCast on PatreonQuoirCast on PatheosPANELMark KarrisAnna Clark MillerDanae Massey Casteel
In this powerful first episode of Season 10 for Vestiges After Dark, we welcome Isabella Andrews, a former Jehovah's Witness who shares her deeply personal journey of escaping a high-control religious group. Isabella opens up about her life inside the organization, the intense control over every aspect of her existence, and the traumatic aftermath of being disfellowshipped. Now, nearly a decade later, Isabella has transformed her pain into purpose, helping others who have also escaped cults or high-control groups. She will discuss her healing journey, her new book [listed under her maiden name, Isabella Estes] "I Am No Longer" and how understanding Religious Trauma Syndrome has played a crucial role in her recovery. Join us for a compelling conversation that shines a light on the hidden world of toxic religious control and the path to freedom.To call into the show with your questions, comments, or stories, dial: (802) 321-0073.International callers may call free 'Skype to Skype' by dialing: eyeoftheseer They will also be taking your questions from the YouTube chatroom, Facebook, Twitter, Twitch, and Spreaker.Music Credits (for full list click here: https://www.spreaker.com/show/vestige... Inukshuk - Too Far Gone [NCS Release] Crowd Hammer Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b... Bumper Music: NoCopyrightSounds Marin Hoxha & Chris Linton - With You [NCS Release] Tobu & Syndec - Dusk [NCS Release] Codeko - Crest [NCS Release] Syn Cole - Feel Good [NCS Release] Floatinurboat - Limbo (feat. ELIØTT) [NCS Release] Rival x Cadmium - Seasons (feat. Harley Bird) [NIVIRO Remix] | NCS Release] Robin Hustin x Tobimorrow - Light It Up (feat. Jex) [NCS Release] Jim Yosef & Anna Yvette - Linked [NCS Release] Kozah - Heavens [NCS Release] NIVIRO - Memes [NCS Release] Song: Mendum & Abandoned - Voyage (Feat. DNAKM) [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/Voyage Watch: • Mendum & Abandoned - Voyage (Feat. DN... Song: Unknown Brain & Hoober - Phenomenon (ft. Dax & VinDon) [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/Phenomenon Watch: • Unknown Brain & Hoober - Phenomenon (... Song: Robin Hustin & Jessica Chertock - Burn it Down [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/BurnItDown Watch: • Robin Hustin & Jessica Chertock - Bur... Song: Kozah - Nobody [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://NCS.io/Nobody Watch: • Kozah - Nobody [NCS Release] Song: NIVIRO - Demons [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/NDemons Watch: • NIVIRO - Demons | Electronic | NCS - ... Song: Unknown Brain - Childhood Dreams [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/ChildHoodDreams Watch: • Unknown Brain - Faceless (Album MIX) ... Song: Syn Cole - Time [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/Time Watch: • Syn Cole - Time [NCS Release] Song: Jim Yosef - Fall With Me [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/FallWithMe Watch: • Unknown Brain - Waiting (feat. Lox Ch... Song: Mike Vallas, Jagsy & quaggin. - Left My Heart In Pain [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/LMHIP Watch: • Mike Vallas, Jagsy & quaggin. - Left ... Song: Barren Gates - Devil [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/Devil Watch: • Barren Gates - Devil | Trap | NCS - C... Song: Inukshuk - The Long Road Home [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/TLRH Watch: • Inukshuk - The Long Road Home [NCS Re... Song: Inukshuk - Too Far Gone [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/TooFarGone Watch: • Inukshuk - Too Far Gone [NCS Release] Song: Inukshuk - A World Away [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/aworldaway Watch: • Inukshuk - A World Away [NCS Release] Song: Voicians - Seconds [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/seconds Watch: Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/NeedYou Watch: • Lost Sky - Need You | Electronic | NC...
In this powerful first episode of Season 10 for Vestiges After Dark, we welcome Isabella Andrews, a former Jehovah's Witness who shares her deeply personal journey of escaping a high-control religious group. Isabella opens up about her life inside the organization, the intense control over every aspect of her existence, and the traumatic aftermath of being disfellowshipped. Now, nearly a decade later, Isabella has transformed her pain into purpose, helping others who have also escaped cults or high-control groups. She will discuss her healing journey, her new book [listed under her maiden name, Isabella Estes] "I Am No Longer" and how understanding Religious Trauma Syndrome has played a crucial role in her recovery. Join us for a compelling conversation that shines a light on the hidden world of toxic religious control and the path to freedom.To call into the show with your questions, comments, or stories, dial: (802) 321-0073.International callers may call free 'Skype to Skype' by dialing: eyeoftheseer They will also be taking your questions from the YouTube chatroom, Facebook, Twitter, Twitch, and Spreaker.Music Credits (for full list click here: https://www.spreaker.com/show/vestige... Inukshuk - Too Far Gone [NCS Release] Crowd Hammer Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b... Bumper Music: NoCopyrightSounds Marin Hoxha & Chris Linton - With You [NCS Release] Tobu & Syndec - Dusk [NCS Release] Codeko - Crest [NCS Release] Syn Cole - Feel Good [NCS Release] Floatinurboat - Limbo (feat. ELIØTT) [NCS Release] Rival x Cadmium - Seasons (feat. Harley Bird) [NIVIRO Remix] | NCS Release] Robin Hustin x Tobimorrow - Light It Up (feat. Jex) [NCS Release] Jim Yosef & Anna Yvette - Linked [NCS Release] Kozah - Heavens [NCS Release] NIVIRO - Memes [NCS Release] Song: Mendum & Abandoned - Voyage (Feat. DNAKM) [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/Voyage Watch: • Mendum & Abandoned - Voyage (Feat. DN... Song: Unknown Brain & Hoober - Phenomenon (ft. Dax & VinDon) [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/Phenomenon Watch: • Unknown Brain & Hoober - Phenomenon (... Song: Robin Hustin & Jessica Chertock - Burn it Down [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/BurnItDown Watch: • Robin Hustin & Jessica Chertock - Bur... Song: Kozah - Nobody [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://NCS.io/Nobody Watch: • Kozah - Nobody [NCS Release] Song: NIVIRO - Demons [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/NDemons Watch: • NIVIRO - Demons | Electronic | NCS - ... Song: Unknown Brain - Childhood Dreams [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/ChildHoodDreams Watch: • Unknown Brain - Faceless (Album MIX) ... Song: Syn Cole - Time [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/Time Watch: • Syn Cole - Time [NCS Release] Song: Jim Yosef - Fall With Me [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/FallWithMe Watch: • Unknown Brain - Waiting (feat. Lox Ch... Song: Mike Vallas, Jagsy & quaggin. - Left My Heart In Pain [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/LMHIP Watch: • Mike Vallas, Jagsy & quaggin. - Left ... Song: Barren Gates - Devil [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/Devil Watch: • Barren Gates - Devil | Trap | NCS - C... Song: Inukshuk - The Long Road Home [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/TLRH Watch: • Inukshuk - The Long Road Home [NCS Re... Song: Inukshuk - Too Far Gone [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/TooFarGone Watch: • Inukshuk - Too Far Gone [NCS Release] Song: Inukshuk - A World Away [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/aworldaway Watch: • Inukshuk - A World Away [NCS Release] Song: Voicians - Seconds [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/seconds Watch: Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/NeedYou Watch: • Lost Sky - Need You | Electronic | NC...
Religious Abuse and Trauma go hand in hand. This week, our hosts sit down with doctors Mark Karris and Tiffany Y. Brooks to discuss the religious trauma that stems from abuse in the church.Trigger Warning: this episode contains discussions about trauma and abuse, and may be troubling to some listeners.If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!LINKSQuoirCast on PatreonQuoirCast on PatheosPANELMark KarrisTiffany Y. Brooks
“Understanding Religious Trauma Syndrome What is Religious Trauma Syndrome? Religious Trauma Syndrome (RTS) is a term used to describe the negative mental health effects of unhealthy or harmful religious experiences. It is a form of psychological trauma that can result from the harmful effects of religious indoctrination, abuse, or manipulation. RTS can occur when an individual struggles with leaving a religion or a set of beliefs that has led to their indoctrination. It often involves the trauma of breaking away from a controlling environment, lifestyle, or religious figure. RTS can have a significant impact on an individual's mental and emotional well-being. The symptoms of RTS can be similar to those of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and can include anxiety, depression, panic attacks, flashbacks, and nightmares. Individuals with RTS may also experience feelings of guilt, shame, and worthlessness. The mental health profession is becoming increasingly aware of the impact of religious trauma, and more therapists are trained to recognize and treat RTS. It is essential to seek help from a qualified mental health professional if you are experiencing symptoms of RTS. Therapy can help you process your experiences, develop coping skills, and work towards healing and recovery. If you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms of RTS, it is crucial to remember that you are not alone. Many individuals have experienced religious trauma and have found healing and recovery through therapy and support groups. With the right help and support, it is possible to overcome the negative effects of religious trauma and live a fulfilling life.” -https://www.sabinorecovery.com/what-is-religious-trauma-syndrome/#:~:text=RTS%20can%20occur%20when%20an,%2C%20lifestyle%2C%20or%20religious%20figure. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/antonio-myers4/support
This episode is sponsored by Better Help. Today we welcome Wise Jezebel and former fundie Dr. Laura Anderson to the ALBC huddle. She's a psychotherapist, podcaster, and smarty-pants content creator specializing in helping people come back from the sneaky scars of high control religion. She's also the author of the next book you need to read. Seriously. We cannot recommend it enough and it's called: When Religion Hurts You: Healing from Religious Trauma and the Impact of High Control Religion. Dr. Anderson is here with us to talk about her story, the ways and means of culty church trauma, and the non-linearity of the healing process. In case you need another reminder that toxic churches, some mainstream American religious communities, and even your culty as fuck personal development organization can be traumatizing: This episode is for you. Let the unpacking commence. NOTES: Dr. Laura Anderson, PhD, LMFT is a therapist and trauma resolution and recovery coach in private practice specializing in complex and developmental trauma and the dynamics of power and control of culty religions. She's a writer and educator who specializes in religious trauma. She's founder and director of the Center for Trauma Resolution and Recovery, an online coaching service for folks recovering from adverse religious experiences and cults. And she co-founded the Religious Trauma Institute, a training institute focused on helping the helpers in their trauma-informed healing work. You can listen to her on her own podcasts The Wise Jezebels and Sunday School Dropouts. She lives with her dog, Phoebe, in Nashville, Tennessee. Find her online on her own website, on her own podcasts The Wise Jezebels and Sunday School Dropouts, on and social media: @drlauraeanderson: Instagram (also TikTok & FB), @traumaresolutionandrecovery (IG & Facebook) @religioustraumainstitute (IG & Facebook) @wisejezebelspod (IG) @sundayschooldropoutspod (IG) Hashtags: #religioustrauma #whenreligionhurtsyou Though our pod spans the culty religious fallout gamut, this one pairs well with the June two-parter Shiny Happy Wife: Tia Levings on Christian Fundamentalism (Tia Levings is co-host of The Wise Jezebels) and Leaving the Fold: Dr. Marlene Winell on Religious Trauma Syndrome. See also: Our episode about Attachment Theory with the deep and amazing Alexandra Stein. Also…Let it be known far and wide, loud and clear that… The views and opinions expressed on A Little Bit Culty do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the podcast. Any content provided by our guests, bloggers, sponsors or authors are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, group, club, organization, business individual, anyone or anything. Nobody's mad at you, just don't be a culty fuckwad. OTHER LINKS: Check out our lovely sponsors Join ‘A Little Bit Culty' on Patreon Get poppin' fresh ALBC Swag Support the pod and smash this link Cult awareness and recovery resources CREDITS: Executive Producers: Sarah Edmondson & Anthony Ames Production Partner: Citizens of Sound Producer: Will Retherford Co-Creator & Writer: Jess Tardy Theme Song: “Cultivated” by Jon Bryant co-written with Nygel Asselin
SMNTY presents a playlist of our mini-series about religious trauma, women and marginalized folks.In the second episode, we discuss religious trauma syndrome and the pain of walking away from religion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dr. Marlene Winell is the author of the highly influential book Leaving the Fold: A Guide for Former Fundamentalists and Others Leaving Their Religion, and originated the term "Religious Trauma Syndrome", which she defined as "the condition experienced by people who are struggling with leaving an authoritarian, dogmatic religion and coping with the damage of indoctrination". We talk about that struggle, what it can be like for people experiencing it and why it can be a good thing for people to leave religion. Check out Dr Winell's work at https://www.journeyfree.org/ Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/vcwpod Dave's second podcast- "Does the Bible Say THAT?": https://open.spotify.com/episode/0a8CCeIvjiFn1lKwKmxNt6?si=H1UswE0VT3m2tmZNFuSC4Q Twitter: @vcwpod Zach- @muzach Dave- @Davejlester Check out Zach's music by going to: https://muzach.bandcamp.com Podcast music by Zach Malm Logo by Zach Malm
This week on Humanism now, Audrey & Mark join the panel to discuss taking a humanistic approach to issues around Free Speech and free expression, drawing on recent international news items. Our guest this week is Terri O'Sullivan from Faith to Faithless. Terri shares her deeply personal journey to humanism and her role as Apostate Services Development Officer, at FTF (part of Humanists UK). She also provides detailed advice for those seeking support when leaving high-control groups or experiencing religious trauma.Finally our mailbag question this week asks if Humanism aligns with and support other social change movements, such as Feminism and Black Lives Matter.Episode references:BBC: Sweden's Quran burnings put freedom of expression law to testAmnesty International: The Importance of Freedom of ExpressionUN: Definition of Hate SpeechContact Terri O'Sullivan:
Kelly is back and we are discussing Complex PTSD as ex-Mormons. You don't want to miss this one! Email us: notsomollymormonpodcast@gmail.com Support us: patreon.com/notsomollymormon
River is back, and today we discuss religious trauma syndrome. RTS is a relatively new term getting used by therapists, and it describes what many of us find ourselves navigating in various degrees post deconversion. Please don't forget to subscribed to River's YouTube Channel!! It is amazing!!https://www.youtube.com/@riverswoodshedClick the link below for updates on The Deconversion Guide.https://www.thedeconversioncommunity.com/signupClick the link below donate towards The Deconversion Podcast & Guide.https://www.thedeconversioncommunity.com/donate
This weeks episode covers the new topic of "Religious Trauma Syndrome." This is a term used to describe the negative psychological and emotional effects that can result from experiences within a religion. In this episode, we explore the often unspoken struggles faced by individuals who have experienced Religious Trauma Syndrome (RTS). Whether you grew up in a strict religious environment, faced spiritual abuse, or encountered cognitive dissonance between your beliefs and experiences, the aftermath can leave deep emotional scars. It's important to recognize that the impact of religious trauma can vary significantly from person to person, and not everyone who has experienced religious environments will develop RTS. However, listen to the podcast for examples which highlight some of the common experiences that can contribute to religious trauma syndrome. I hope in this episode to create a safe and supportive space for those who may be silently struggling with religious trauma. Whether you're on a journey of healing yourself or seeking to understand and support loved ones, this episode offers valuable guidance and compassion.
In this episode, I turn to the phenomenon of religious trauma in order to see how such trauma can affect us. Trauma is felt at the deepest core of our being, which means that simply leaving it behind will be very difficult or perhaps even impossible. Religious trauma has received very little attention by psychologists and therapists, though I've discovered some resources that can help.
Acknowledging the reality of Religious Trauma Syndrome in Islam is only the first step. As Muslims, our devotion to Allah SWT should stem from love, yet it is unfortunate that some manipulate fear to control us. In this episode, our special guest Sister Zoha Hemraj, offers profound insights into the nature of religious trauma and how we can best approach and guide fellow Muslims using the ethical principles of Islam.
What's Coming This Episode? In the world of religion beliefs will often clash. This God, that God, the other God... while religion and spirituality has the ability to lift us up and fill us with purpose and wonder, it can also leave a negative mark. What's your perspective? Enjoy the show, it's The Self Help Podcast! Show Notes and Links Sean's blog post for the week Ed recommended the movie 'Spotlight' Sean linked to The Textbook of Yoga Psychology by R. S. Mishra Stay in Touch We're all over the web, so feel free to stay in touch: Follow Live in the Present on Twitter and Facebook for daily doses of inspiration Follow presenter Edward Lamb on Twitter Follow therapist Sean Orford on Facebook and Twitter Subscribe to our weekly podcast on iTunes Leave us an Honest Review on iTunes We'd be amazingly grateful if you could leave us a review on iTunes. It will really help us to build our audience. So, if your like what you hear (and would like to hear more great free content) then visit our iTunes page and leave us an honest review (all feedback gratefully received!).
Content warning: sexual abuseIn this episode, God-lover Kyle chats with Angella d'Avignon – a writer and studio manager, currently writing a book about ghost towns. We talk about her evangelical upbringing and family history. Her great-grandfather, Paul Hutchens, is the author of The Sugar Creek Gang children's book series. Her grandfather was a radio pastor and buddies with Billy Graham. And her mom helped found a popular after-school arts program in 1981, Christian Youth Theater.Topics include:Itinerant EvangelicalismSugar Creek Gang seriesTent Revival CircuitReligious Trauma SyndromePurity ring ceremoniesInvisible ChildrenChristian Community TheaterChristian brandingChristian mediaLeaving evangelicalism Listen to full episodes at patreon.com/ineedgod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In the third part of our ever-growing series on religion, we focus on the damages of purity culture, especially in the context of rape culture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published March 22, 2022 from https://andrewpledger.mypixieset.com/my-story/(*Trigger Warning - Topics of depression, trauma, abuse and suicidal ideation) Hello, my name is Andrew Pledger, and this is my story of religious trauma. My story is long and complex which is why I've been working on a book. This entry will leave out many details and cover the general overview of my experiences, and help people understand how I got here. "Religious trauma is similar in symptoms to Complex-PTSD. Symptoms of RT Negative beliefs about others Low self-esteem Struggle with emotional regulation Depression, anxiety, grief, and anger NightmaresDisassociation, flashbacks Lack of pleasureFeeling isolated Feeling empty, lost, or directionless Reduced critical thinking Feeling out of place or like you don't belong According to Restoration Counseling, Religious Trauma Syndrome is often caused for several reasons by different people. Many people experience RTS as a result of an authoritarian religion or faith community. Individuals suffering from RTS may be struggling with black-and-white thinking, irrational beliefs, difficulty trusting themselves, low self-esteem, or feeling indebted to a group of people. Skewed views of sex, discipline, emotional regulation, relationships, and self-expression are usually present in toxic religious environments" (Source: Restoration Counseling).- Andrew Pledger(Excerpt taken from https://andrewpledger.mypixieset.com/my-story/)Find AndrewFacebookWebsiteInstagram〰️〰️Shanny
As we continue our mini-series on the darkside of religion, especially when it comes to marginalized communities, we discuss religious trauma syndrome and the pain of walking away from religion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Do you wonder why your'e having such a hard time if you've left your religion? Do you think it's silly to struggle when all you've experienced is a “shift of beliefs”? Turns out this isn't so silly after all! You may fit the criteria for a cPTSD diagnosis! I was so excited to have interviewed the person who developed the term "Religious Trauma Syndrome". I remember being skeptical decades ago when I heard the language. And now, after working with people from conservative and high demand religions for over two decades, I understand the significance of Marlene Winell's work. Dr. Marlene Winell is a licensed psychologist, educator, and writer in western Massachusetts. Her background includes 30 years of experience in human services, in both community and academic settings. She holds a doctorate in Human Development and Family Studies from Pennsylvania State University and is the author of, "Leaving the Fold: A Guide for Former Fundamentalists and Others Leaving their Religion." Dr. Winell directs the organization, Journey Free, with services for recovery from harmful religion. In 2011, she named "Religious Trauma Syndrome." Marlene is also a filmmaker, photographer, mother, and grandmother. Intro ("Fisher's Hornpipe") and outro by Otter Creek Podcast edited by: Ashley Pacini
Amy and Crissy tackle a delicate topic in this episode. So many of us have been impacted by unhealthy religious and spiritual communities, or even been impacted by cult-like groups/ communities. Crissy tells her personal story of abuse and healing and a trigger warner may be in order. Please make sure that you have the support you need in place just in case this episode is difficult for you. She has bravely decided to tell her story, knowing there may be consequences with family and others. As a result of healing her own trauma, Crissy is committed to helping others who may feel alone, unable to make a big life shift or have given up on creating changes in life due to learned hopelessness. Crissy healed by receiving Yoga Therapy, which is the opposite of many dogmatic religions and spiritual cults. Yoga encourages us to go inward and listen to our deeper Self, to learn to trust ourselves, to make decisions based on our own perceptions of the Yamas (social disciplines) and Niyamas (personal disciplines). Yoga helps us to come home to ourselves and learn to live with an internal compass instead of looking to church or spiritual elders for the answers. · Luna tells her personal story of being a 15-year-old girl who endured abuse at the hands of her family and church.· Luna talks about how many years she tried to escape and the deep psychological impact this had on her long-term, which she finally was able to free herself after studying yoga and getting permission to trust herself again.· Luna talks about how it was challenging to leave her community, family and friends and feeling so alone.· We discuss how yoga philosophy gave her permission to think, feel and be differently.· We discuss how her program is laid out to meet people where they are, after leaving the dogma.· And how to go towards a place of thriving, and not just surviving.· You will be inspired at the story that Luna has for us, and how she healed herself. She is a powerful force for good in the world. If you would like to receive the free infographics and handouts that correspond to each episode on the Yoga Therapy Hour Podcast, please subscribe to our segmented email list. You will have the opportunity to determine the Infographic Topics that you would like to receive. When The Yoga Therapy Hour Podcast has a topic that corresponds to your choices, then you will receive an email for that week with the PDF's for download.Topics you can choose from include: Yoga Therapy & Mental HealthYoga Therapy & Physical HealthSocial Justice in yoga & Yoga TherapyYoga/Ayurveda ToolboxYoga & Indian PhilosophyGlobal & Trending Yoga Therapy TopicsClick the link below to subscribe. It takes 10 seconds total.https://amywheeler.com/subscribe Check out Amy's website Visit Amy's training section on her website to check out the courses belowYoga therapy training courses 865-certified-yoga-therapist-program See Luna's website:https://crissyluna.comhttps://crissyluna.com/events/
That's right! We're talking about it: religion, the trauma, the benefits, the symptoms, crafting a spirituality you can thrive in, and more. Strap in, it's a big episode! More About The Guest: "Ellie Hutchison Cervantes (she/her) is an asexual woman and survivor of religious trauma. Through her work as a lay spiritual leader, community builder, and social impact communicator, she aims to support both individual and collective healing. Ellie is published in Beyond Worship: Meditations on Queer Worship, Liturgy, & Theology and holds a Master of Divinity from Union Theological Seminary." Resources and Further Reading: An overview of Religious Trauma Syndrome by Dr. Marlene Winell, who coined the term. A Ritual for LGBTQIA+ Survivors of Religious Trauma by Ellie Hutchison Cervantes (printable version here). Queer Theology - a podcast, educational platform, and online community for LGBTQ+ Christians and allies. Radical Love: An Introduction to Queer Theology by Patrick Cheng No Bad Parts: Healing Trauma and Restoring Wholeness with the Internal Family Systems Model by Dr. Richard Schwartz Jesus and John Wayne by Kristin Kobes Du Mez - discusses the marriage of religion and political power in America A short survey about Charting Queer Health: https://forms.gle/y9EhGhAJyht7MGZeA
HEMANT MEHTADivorced: JainismHemant Mehta is the founder and editor of FriendlyAtheist.com, a YouTube creator, and podcast co-host. He is a former National Board Certified math teacher in the suburbs of Chicago and continues to coach a competitive public speaking team. He has appeared on CNN and FOX News and served on the board of directors for Foundation Beyond Belief and the Secular Student Alliance. He has written multiple books, including I Sold My Soul on eBay and The Young Atheist's Survival Guide. He also edited the book Queer Disbelief. Today, Hemant shares candidly about what it was like to be part of a lesser known religious group and then reject religion altogether.Contact Hemant:https://onlysky.media/hemant-mehta/IG: @friendly.atheistT: @hemantmehtaSupport this podcast on Patreon and get access to bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/janiceselbieSPECIAL THANKS to our newest Patrons: Paul, Sheila, Anne, and Sacha!Subscribe to the audio-only version here: https://www.divorcing-religion.com/religious-trauma-podcastGet your free consultation with Janice, book 1:1 sessions, or sign up for the Divorcing Religion Workshop here: https://www.divorcing-religion.com/Get your recordings from the Shameless Sexuality: Life After Purity Culture conference here: https://www.shamelesssexuality.org/Follow Janice and the Conference on Religious Trauma on Social Media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/divorcereligionTwitter: https://twitter.com/Wise_counsellorTwitter: https://twitter.com/ComeToCORTFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/janice.selbieFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DivorcingReligionFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ConferenceOnReligiousTraumaTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@janiceselbieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wisecounsellor/The Divorcing Religion Podcast is for entertainment purposes only. If you need help with your mental health, please consult a qualified, secular, mental health clinician.Support the show
Today's guest is my friend in real life, Courtney Heard. We met when I was preparing the first Conference on Religious Trauma and she offered me her marketing expertise. As two atheists, we clicked immediately. Through the years we have co-hosted a podcast together (Godless Moms Podcast) and now, with her husband John, Courtney has launched a new podcast that is extremely timely: The Q-Dropped Podcast. Survivors of Religious Trauma Syndrome will recognize the angst her guests share around how the Q conspiracy has alienated them from loved ones swept up in the cult. FIND COURTNEY:https://www.godlessmom.com/Listen to the Q-Dropped Podcast: https://www.porthosmedia.net/qdroppedSupport the Divorcing Religion podcast on Patreon and get access to bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/janiceselbieSpecial thanks to Patrons Paul and Sacha!Subscribe to the audio-only version here: https://www.divorcing-religion.com/religious-trauma-podcastGet your free consultation with Janice, book 1:1 sessions, or sign up for the Divorcing Religion Workshop here: https://www.divorcing-religion.com/Get your recordings from the Shameless Sexuality: Life After Purity Culture conference here: https://www.shamelesssexuality.org/Follow Janice and the Conference on Religious Trauma on Social Media: Mastodon: JaniceSelbie@mas.toTwitter: https://twitter.com/divorcereligionTwitter: https://twitter.com/Wise_counsellorTwitter: https://twitter.com/ComeToCORTFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/janice.selbieFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DivorcingReligionFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ConferenceOnReligiousTraumaTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@janiceselbieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wisecounsellor/The Divorcing Religion Podcast is for entertainment purposes only. If you need help with your mental health, please consult a qualified, secular, mental health clinician.Support the show
This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Dr. Marlene Winell knows all too well that exiting a controlling religion can trigger a devastating life crisis. As a college student, she moved away from the fire and brimstone fundamentalist Christianity she was raised in, and the fallout of her exodus was so dramatically upending that she felt compelled to dedicate her life's work to studying the very phenomenon that she'd later coin: ‘Religious Trauma Syndrome.' In this episode of A Little Bit Culty she chats with us about symptoms that arise in response to traumatic or stressful religious experiences, and what can be helpful along the road to recovery after leaving the fold. More About Our Guest: Dr. Winell is a psychologist, educator, and writer whose background includes 30 years of experience in human services, in both community and academic settings. She holds a doctorate in Human Development and Family Studies from Pennsylvania State University and is the author of Leaving the Fold: A Guide for Former Fundamentalists and Others Leaving their Religion. Leaving the Fold has become a leading self-help book in the field of religious recovery - and examines the effects of authoritarian religion (namely fundamentalist Christianity) on individuals who leave the faith. She's also the founder of Journey Free organization, which is dedicated to helping people transition out of harmful religions, recover from trauma, and rebuild their lives. We've developed programs for both individuals and groups. If you are recovering from religious harm, we have great respect for your strength and courage. Please know that you are not alone and things can get better. Hear Ye, Hear Ye: The views and opinions expressed on A Little Bit Culty do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the podcast. Any content provided by our guests, bloggers, sponsors or authors are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, group, club, organization, business individual, anyone or anything. Nobody's mad at you, just don't be a culty fuckwad. Other Links: Join A Little Bit Culty on Patreon Get poppin' fresh ALBC Swag Support the pod and smash this link Cult awareness and recovery resources CREDITS: Executive Producers: Sarah Edmondson & Anthony Ames Production Partner: Citizens of Sound Producer: Will Retherford Senior Producer: Jess Tardy Theme Song: “Cultivated” by Jon Bryant co-written with Nygel Asselin
Divorced: ChristianityDr. Marlene Winell is a psychologist and author of Leaving the Fold: A Guide for Former Fundamentalists and Others Leaving Their Religion. She is a pioneer in the field of religious trauma, having worked in religious recovery for over 30 years, and she originated the term “Religious Trauma Syndrome.” After I read her book and attended one of her retreats, Dr. Winell became my friend and mentor. She has spoken at each of my Conferences on Religious Trauma, as well as made a guest appearance at the Shameless Sexuality: Life After Purity Culture conference in October of 2022.In this episode, we discuss the dangers of Christian Nationalism, the fear of Coming Out to religious family members, what happens at her retreats, and more.FIND DR. WINELL:https://www.journeyfree.org/https://twitter.com/marlenewinellhttps://www.instagram.com/marlenewinell/Support this podcast on Patreon and get access to bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/janiceselbieSubscribe to the audio-only version here: https://www.divorcing-religion.com/religious-trauma-podcastGet your free consultation with Janice, book 1:1 sessions, or sign up for the DivorcingReligion Workshop here: https://www.divorcing-religion.com/Get your recordings from the Shameless Sexuality: Life After Purity Culture conference here: https://www.shamelesssexuality.org/Follow Janice and the Conference on Religious Trauma on Social Media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/divorcereligionTwitter: https://twitter.com/Wise_counsellorTwitter: https://twitter.com/ComeToCORTFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/janice.selbieFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DivorcingReligionFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ConferenceOnReligiousTraumaTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@janiceselbieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wisecounsellor/The Divorcing Religion Podcast is for entertainment purposes only. If you need help with your mental health, please consult a qualified, secular, mental health clinician.Support the show
Janice Selbie is a registered professional counsellor and religious recovery consultant who works one-on-one with clients recovering from Religious Trauma Syndrome and the host of the Divorcing Religion podcast.
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More and more we are learning about spiritual and religious abuse and seeing different signs of it. Research shows consistently that having spiritual and religious beliefs can help a person fair better in life--but unfortunately, sometimes leaders can abuse their place of power and or use fear/intimidation to control member's behaviors. Today on Living Freely Podcast, Rachel Ann Dine, LPC is sharing all about what exactly spiritual abuse is, how you can recognize high control or harmful groups, and ways to start the healing process if you recognize any of these factors in your own life. DISCLAIMER: This episode is in NO way meant to demonize all religious or spiritual groups, only to highlight how certain practices can become harmful. As shared, research supports the practice of spirituality and religion and this episode seeks to outline how groups can become harmful versus helpful! Resources for individual counseling are www.psychologytoday.com, goodtherapy.org, https://openpathcollective.org/ Want to know more about what programs Norfolk Public Library is offering? Visit their website to learn more: https://www.norfolkpubliclibrary.org/ Say hi to Rachel Ann and receive more mental health resources! Mental Health Apparel ($1 from every sale goes to an organization dedicated to mental health community support!): https://dine-in-psychology.creator-spring.com Book: https://www.amazon.com/Live-Learn-Love-Real-talk-woman-ebook/dp/B07NJBLLSB Resources Used in Today's Episode: https://freedomofmind.com/ https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/signs-spiritual-abuse#:~:text=Support%20and%20Resources-,What%20Is%20Spiritual%20Abuse%3F,denomination%2C%20or%20group%20of%20people https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-toxic-positivity-5093958 Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and not designed to diagnose or treat. Rachel Ann Dine is a licensed professional counselor at time of EVENT and distribution but is in no way by engagement of interaction with you attempting to diagnose or treat you. Please consult your own medical provider for treatment or therapy (resource: www.psychologytoday.com for therapy!).
Religious Trauma Syndrome (RTS) is a group of symptoms that arise in response to traumatic or stressful religious experiences. While Religious Trauma Syndrome is not an official diagnosis in the DSM-5, it is a common experience shared among many who have escaped cults, fundamentalist religious groups, abusive religious settings, or other painful experiences with religion. The symptoms of Religious Trauma Syndrome are comparable to the symptoms of complex PTSD. Religious Trauma Syndrome is in the early stages of research and is gaining traction as a legitimate diagnosis. Below are some symptoms commonly experienced by people suffering from Religious Trauma Syndrome. Confusing thoughts and reduced ability to think critically Negative beliefs about self, others, and the world Trouble making decisions Feelings of depression, anxiety, grief, anger, lethargy A sense of feeling lost, directionless, and alone A lack of pleasure or interest in things you used to enjoy A loss of a community (family, friends, romantic relationships) Feeling isolated or a sense that you don't belong Feeling “behind the times” with cultural happenings And many other symptoms of PTSD including nightmares, flashbacks, dissociation, emotional difficulty, etc. Religious Trauma Syndrome is often caused for different reasons for different people. Many people experience RTS as a result from an authoritarian religion or faith community. Individuals suffering from RTS may be struggling with black and white thinking, irrational beliefs, difficulty trusting oneself, low self-esteem, or feeling indebted to a group of people. Skewed views of sex, discipline, emotional regulation, relationships, and self-expression are usually present in toxic religious environments. If you think you may be struggling with Religious Trauma Syndrome. You are not alone. There are many out there struggling with the same feelings you are, and there is hope for healing. Through talk therapy and EMDR you can regain power over who you are and who you want to be. You can move past memories that are too painful to think about, and begin creating the life you want to live. (Source: Religious Trauma & Transitions — RESTORATION COUNSELING (restorationcounselingseattle.com) Connect with Andrew PledgerWebsite: https://4ndrewpledger.mypixieset.comSUPPORT MY WORK: https://www.patreon.com/4ndrewpledgerLinktree: https://www.liinks.co/4ndrewpledgerIG - @4ndrewpledgerTwitter - @4ndrewpledgerFB - @4ndrewpledgerTikTok - @4ndrewpledger--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/andrew-pledger/support Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fellow apostate Deborah Grace swings by to talk about her new book, Crucifying the Bible, toxic Christian doctrine and culture, Biblical scripture that the Church ignores, Religious Trauma Syndrome, and all kinds of other cathartic goodness!
Donavon and Chaz discuss trauma and Complex PTSD and Religious Trauma Syndrome.
In this episode, Coach Emily Hedrick talks about Religious Recovery and Spirituality. We discuss a multitude of topics including Religious Trauma Syndrome, the importance of learning how to trust your own body, how critical thinking has been hindered by some controlling religions, and so much more! Tune in to listen to this deep and eye-opening discussion! Emily Hedrick is a coach who helps people who have removed themselves from controlling religious environments to find healing and trust within themselves. Connect with her here: Website: https://goingodless.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goingodless/
Emily discusses the 'trail of destruction' that Bobbie Houston left behind and what the global pastor's words have meant to her. She tells us about the tools she found to rescue herself from Religious Trauma Syndrome and how she found a peaceful life that she loves living. So please join us to find out if Emily got a favourite colour and how she fought her way back after #leavinghillsong
Emily grew up in a Christian home singing the songs of Hillsong in church. When she got the chance to actually be in the band after moving to London, she jumped at it. Over time, Emily realised things were changing. She talks to us about those changes, including the effects of Religious Trauma Syndrome in this episode.
Frank Schaeffer In Conversation with Dr. Marlene Winell, Ph.D., exploring her book, Leaving the Fold; a self-help book that examines the effects of authoritarian religion on individuals who leave the faith._____LINKShttps://journeyfree.org/_____Dr. Marlene Winell is a psychologist and specialist in religious recovery consulting. Her background includes over 30 years of experience in human services, in both community and academic settings. She holds a doctorate in Human Development and Family Studies from Pennsylvania State University. Born and raised overseas by missionary parents, Marlene was immersed in fundamentalist Christianity from childhood. She moved away from that religion during college and found the transition process so difficult and intriguing that she began to research it professionally. In 1994 she published Leaving the Fold: a Guide for Former Fundamentalists and Others Leaving their Religion, which has become a leading self-help book in the field of religious recovery.In 2011, Dr. Winell named Religious Trauma Syndrome in a series of three published articles in the British journal, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Today. Since then the term has spread, providing a needed name for this condition.Based in Western Massachusetts, Dr. Winell is the founder and director of Journey Free, an agency providing resources for religious recovery. Programs include individual consultation, an online support group, retreats, recovery courses, and a helping professionals group. _____In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer is a production of the George Bailey Morality in Public Life Fellowship. It is hosted by Frank Schaeffer, author of Fall In Love, Have Children, Stay Put, Save the Planet, Be Happy.Learn more at https://www.lovechildrenplanet.comFollow Frank on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.https://www.facebook.com/frank.schaeffer.16https://twitter.com/Frank_Schaefferhttps://www.youtube.com/c/FrankSchaefferYouTubeIn Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer PodcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-conversation-with-frank-schaeffer/id1570357787 _____Support the show
In this week's episode, I finally had a chance to edit this show and get it out there--apologies to Andrew for taking so long! Andrew is on the vanguard of an exciting new field of research and experimentation: using psychedelics to treat such issues as PTSD, Religious Trauma Syndrome, and many more. Listen in as Andrew expands our consciousness as to the incredible possibilities that this fascinating work represents. Help Support the Work of MindShift Podcast on Patreon! Contact Information Andrew's Site Life After Dogma Follow me on Twitter @MindShift2018 Subscribe to the MindShift Podcast YouTube Channel
Sometimes one of the most helpful tools for healing is understanding what is going on. When we know that the grief, anger, confusion, fear, loneliness, and sense of feeling displaced are all common when you're experiencing religious trauma, it can make it easier to be patient with ourselves throughout the experience. You may also experience… Read More »Emancipate Your Mind: 023: What Is Religious Trauma Syndrome?
If you missed the first half of this interview, please listen to Episode 35: The Spiritual Abuse of Fundamentalist Ideologies, Including But Not Limited To Religion with The Reclamation Collective. In this episode, we continue to discuss religious trauma and... discuss whether Religious Trauma Syndrome as a diagnosis should be added to the DSM discuss how to mindfully reclaim and rebuild spirituality after religious deconstruction talk about sustainable deconstruction and the necessity for safe spaces for curiosity, questions, deconversion, and reclaiming spirituality talk about developing an awareness to hold how we have personally participated in harm, colonization, and supremacy while also acknowledging how we did these things because of indoctrination, brain-washing, fear, and guilt discuss therapy modalities that help those who are deconstructing/deconverting reconnect with their bodies dive deep into the disconnection from our bodies and from pleasure as part of religious trauma have an in-depth conversation on how to have boundaries with people who are part of a system without a framework for boundaries share some practical ways to set boundaries with loved ones who are still religious Subscribe! Follow @iamlindseylockett Support the show Join the Trauma Healers Circle
This extremely helpful episode features a conversation with returning guest Andrew Jasko, a Princeton-seminary trained former minister who walked away from the faith years ago and now as a therapist, is devoting his life to helping people heal from religious trauma syndrome (RTS). Andrew's blog is helpfully titled "Life After Dogma," and that is exactly what we focus on in this episode--what is trauma, generally speaking? And then, what exactly is religious trauma, and how can you begin to cope with it? How does religious dogma affect us in terms of trauma, and is there life after we leave it behind? One aspect of healing is to discover spirituality--which is something that doesn't necessarily appeal to all people who come out of cults or fundamentalist religions. But in this episode, regardless of your beliefs about it, you'll find help and resources in dealing with your own RTS. Support Independent Media like MindShift Podcast on Patreon! Contact Information Andrew's Blog Life After Dogma Follow Andrew on Twitter @AndrewJasko Follow me on Twitter @MIndShift2018
The purpose of this series is to support people who have come out of indoctrination, many of whom have also come out of religious abuse. Associated Links: Blog link to the Table of Contents to this article series: https://harrisees.wordpress.com/2019/12/01/indoctrination-table-of-contents/ Youtube (where this content is replicated): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoS6H2R1Or4MtabrkofdOMw/videos Twitter: https://twitter.com/TracieHarris Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/tharris1773/ Paypal Account: http://paypal.me/athomeinmyhead Helpful Resources: For more information on the harmful impact of conservative, authoritarian religious ideologies, check out Dr. Darlene Winell's work on Religious Trauma Syndrome: https://www.babcp.com/review/RTS.aspx If you feel you have been harmed from association with a conservative, authoritarian religious institution, support is available from Recovering from Religion: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/ If you are seeking support with issues of mental health or mental illness, the Secular Therapy Project offers help connecting with secular therapists: https://www.seculartherapy.org/ Music Credits: “Wishful Thinking” - Dan Lebowitz [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOg3zLw7St5V4N7O8HSoQRA] “Aurora currents” - Asher Fulero [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKn6_1iFFC5fxSmFgVC9Fsw] --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tracie-harris/support
The purpose of this series is to support people who have come out of indoctrination, many of whom have also come out of religious abuse. Associated Links: Blog link to the Table of Contents to this article series: https://harrisees.wordpress.com/2019/12/01/indoctrination-table-of-contents/ Youtube (where this content is replicated): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoS6H2R1Or4MtabrkofdOMw/videos Twitter: https://twitter.com/TracieHarris Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/tharris1773/ Paypal Account: http://paypal.me/athomeinmyhead Helpful Resources: For more information on the harmful impact of conservative, authoritarian religious ideologies, check out Dr. Darlene Winell's work on Religious Trauma Syndrome: https://www.babcp.com/review/RTS.aspx If you feel you have been harmed from association with a conservative, authoritarian religious institution, support is available from Recovering from Religion: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/ If you are seeking support with issues of mental health or mental illness, the Secular Therapy Project offers help connecting with secular therapists: https://www.seculartherapy.org/ Music Credits: “Wishful Thinking” - Dan Lebowitz [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOg3zLw7St5V4N7O8HSoQRA] “Aurora currents” - Asher Fulero [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKn6_1iFFC5fxSmFgVC9Fsw] --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tracie-harris/support
The purpose of this series is to support people who have come out of indoctrination, many of whom have also come out of religious abuse. Associated Links: Blog link to the Table of Contents to this article series: https://harrisees.wordpress.com/2019/12/01/indoctrination-table-of-contents/ Youtube (where this content is replicated): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoS6H2R1Or4MtabrkofdOMw/videos Twitter: https://twitter.com/TracieHarris Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/tharris1773/ Paypal Account: http://paypal.me/athomeinmyhead Helpful Resources: For more information on the harmful impact of conservative, authoritarian religious ideologies, check out Dr. Darlene Winell's work on Religious Trauma Syndrome: https://www.babcp.com/review/RTS.aspx If you feel you have been harmed from association with a conservative, authoritarian religious institution, support is available from Recovering from Religion: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/ If you are seeking support with issues of mental health or mental illness, the Secular Therapy Project offers help connecting with secular therapists: https://www.seculartherapy.org/ Music Credits: “Wishful Thinking” - Dan Lebowitz [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOg3zLw7St5V4N7O8HSoQRA] “Aurora currents” - Asher Fulero [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKn6_1iFFC5fxSmFgVC9Fsw] --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tracie-harris/support
The purpose of this series is to support people who have come out of indoctrination, many of whom have also come out of religious abuse. Associated Links: Blog link to the Table of Contents to this article series: https://harrisees.wordpress.com/2019/12/01/indoctrination-table-of-contents/ Youtube (where this content is replicated): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoS6H2R1Or4MtabrkofdOMw/videos Twitter: https://twitter.com/TracieHarrisPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/tharris1773/ Paypal Account: http://paypal.me/athomeinmyhead Helpful Resources: For more information on the harmful impact of conservative, authoritarian religious ideologies, check out Dr. Darlene Winell's work on Religious Trauma Syndrome: https://www.babcp.com/review/RTS.aspx If you feel you have been harmed from association with a conservative, authoritarian religious institution, support is available from Recovering from Religion: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/ If you are seeking support with issues of mental health or mental illness, the Secular Therapy Project offers help connecting with secular therapists: https://www.seculartherapy.org/ Music Credits: “Wishful Thinking” - Dan Lebowitz [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOg3zLw7St5V4N7O8HSoQRA] “Aurora currents” - Asher Fulero [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKn6_1iFFC5fxSmFgVC9Fsw] --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tracie-harris/support
The purpose of this series is to support people who have come out of indoctrination, many of whom have also come out of religious abuse. Associated Links: Blog link to the Table of Contents to this article series: https://harrisees.wordpress.com/2019/12/01/indoctrination-table-of-contents/ Youtube (where this content is replicated): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoS6H2R1Or4MtabrkofdOMw/videos Twitter: https://twitter.com/TracieHarrisPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/tharris1773/ Paypal Account: http://paypal.me/athomeinmyhead Helpful Resources: For more information on the harmful impact of conservative, authoritarian religious ideologies, check out Dr. Darlene Winell's work on Religious Trauma Syndrome: https://www.babcp.com/review/RTS.aspx If you feel you have been harmed from association with a conservative, authoritarian religious institution, support is available from Recovering from Religion: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/ If you are seeking support with issues of mental health or mental illness, the Secular Therapy Project offers help connecting with secular therapists: https://www.seculartherapy.org/ Music Credits: “Wishful Thinking” - Dan Lebowitz [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOg3zLw7St5V4N7O8HSoQRA] “Aurora currents” - Asher Fulero [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKn6_1iFFC5fxSmFgVC9Fsw] --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tracie-harris/support
The purpose of this series is to support people who have come out of indoctrination, many of whom have also come out of religious abuse. Associated Links: Blog link to the Table of Contents to this article series: https://harrisees.wordpress.com/2019/12/01/indoctrination-table-of-contents/ Youtube (where this content is replicated): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoS6H2R1Or4MtabrkofdOMw/videos Twitter: https://twitter.com/TracieHarris Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/tharris1773/ Paypal Account: http://paypal.me/athomeinmyhead Helpful Resources: For more information on the harmful impact of conservative, authoritarian religious ideologies, check out Dr. Darlene Winell's work on Religious Trauma Syndrome: https://www.babcp.com/review/RTS.aspx If you feel you have been harmed from association with a conservative, authoritarian religious institution, support is available from Recovering from Religion: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/ If you are seeking support with issues of mental health or mental illness, the Secular Therapy Project offers help connecting with secular therapists: https://www.seculartherapy.org/ Music Credits: “Wishful Thinking” - Dan Lebowitz [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOg3zLw7St5V4N7O8HSoQRA] “Aurora currents” - Asher Fulero [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKn6_1iFFC5fxSmFgVC9Fsw] --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tracie-harris/support
The purpose of this series is to support people who have come out of indoctrination, many of whom have also come out of religious abuse. Associated Links: Blog link to the Table of Contents to this article series: https://harrisees.wordpress.com/2019/12/01/indoctrination-table-of-contents/ Youtube (where this content is replicated): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoS6H2R1Or4MtabrkofdOMw/videos Twitter: https://twitter.com/TracieHarris Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/tharris1773/ Paypal Account: http://paypal.me/athomeinmyhead Helpful Resources: For more information on the harmful impact of conservative, authoritarian religious ideologies, check out Dr. Darlene Winell's work on Religious Trauma Syndrome: https://www.babcp.com/review/RTS.aspx If you feel you have been harmed from association with a conservative, authoritarian religious institution, support is available from Recovering from Religion: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/ If you are seeking support with issues of mental health or mental illness, the Secular Therapy Project offers help connecting with secular therapists: https://www.seculartherapy.org/ Music Credits: “Wishful Thinking” - Dan Lebowitz [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOg3zLw7St5V4N7O8HSoQRA] “Aurora currents” - Asher Fulero [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKn6_1iFFC5fxSmFgVC9Fsw] --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tracie-harris/support
This week's guest is psychologist, author and speaker Dr Marlene Winell, who--in many ways, it could be said--almost literally "wrote the book" on the subject of religious trauma syndrome, or RTS. As you'll no doubt hear us discuss, this recording took place prior to the unfortunate cancellation of the CORT2020 conference which was to be held in Vancouver, BC. Dr Winell was meant to be one of the keynote speakers there. Dr Winell authored the important book in 1994 entitled Leaving the Fold: A Guide for Former Fundamentalists and Others Leaving Their Religion. Off the back of that work, she went on to write articles identifying RTS, and has since devoted her life and practice to helping individuals who have left religion and struggle with various aspects of RTS. I am sure that you will find this interview insightful, challenging and helpful on your journey out of religion, whatever that may look like. Support Independent Media like MindShift Podcast on Patreon! Contact Information Follow Dr Winell on Twitter @marlenewinell More Resources on the JourneyFree website Follow me on Twitter @MindShift2018
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