When Love Has Strings Attached: Grieving Friendships Tainted by “Love The Sinner, Hate The Sin”
Friendship holds a unique, sacred place in our lives—a sanctuary for acceptance, laughter, and companionship. …
The Weight of the Mask: Navigating Queer Identity in Religious Spaces
I’ve been there—sitting quietly in pews, singing/leading worship, reading the bible, leading bible studies and …
Is Letting Children Watch The Passion of the Christ Child Abuse?
Content Warning: This blog discusses the film The Passion of the Christ and religious trauma. …
Healing Trauma: Why We’re Not Meant to Do It Alone
Trauma healing is an intricate, deeply personal journey. Each individual’s experience with trauma is unique. …
The Quiet Harm of Internalised Queerphobia: A Reflection on Religion and Rejection
Internalised queerphobia is a force many of us carry, often without realising it. It isn’t …
The Role of Shame in Spiritual Gaslighting: How It Keeps You Silent
Shame is a powerful force. It’s sneaky, subtle, and can make you question everything about …
Understanding Self-Spiritual Gaslighting: My Personal Journey Through It
I’ve been there—standing at the crossroads of faith, inner turmoil, and that relentless voice inside …
Welcome To The Religious Trauma Collective – Australia & New Zealand
I am so excited to introduce The Religious Trauma Collective. A project born out of …
Recognising Pendulum Thinking: What to Listen for in Ourselves and Others
I few weeks back, I wrote a blog on ‘Pendulum Thinking’; if you haven’t read …
Understanding Scrupulosity: Navigating Religious OCD
Imagine waking up every day with a heart full of faith, yet feeling an overwhelming …