Friendship After Faith: Letting Go and Finding New Connections
Unpack the impact of leaving a religious community on friendships. What happens when love is conditional on belief?
Unpack the impact of leaving a religious community on friendships. What happens when love is conditional on belief?
Examine the intersection of family and religious trauma, and uncover insights for healing and reconnecting.
The emotional toll of leaving the church and the search for belonging. Explore the impact of religious trauma and the path to healing.
Rediscover yourself after leaving a faith community. Explore the challenges, growth, and beauty of reclaiming your identity beyond faith.
Explore religious trauma and its significance. Understand the psychological and spiritual harm caused by certain religious beliefs.
Grief extends beyond death; it includes the pain of abandonment, especially in religious contexts, affecting identity and belonging. Healing is possible.
Embracing queerness is a courageous act of self-love and resilience, deserving celebration despite societal challenges and opposition. You are worthy.
Spiritual abuse manifests through power and control, leading to disconnection from self and seeking healing through recognition and support.
The author’s healing journey involved unlearning harmful religious teachings about the body, embracing self-acceptance, and reclaiming autonomy, joy, and identity.
Setting boundaries during Christmas helps navigate stress, manage expectations, and prioritise personal well-being amidst family dynamics and traditions.