How to go to a new faith community after being hurt
If you have been hurt in a faith group before, going to a new spiritual group can feel scary or overwhelming. You […]
Author: Ruth
Is it safe to join a new spiritual group after religious trauma?
Sometimes, being part of a an unhealthy spiritual or faith group can hurt us deeply. If this has happened to you, you […]
From healthy to harmful: Where is the line?
People can have really good experiences in spiritual groups. These groups can help us feel loved, connected, and part of something special. […]
How to heal from indoctrination: taking back your mind
How to heal from indoctrination: taking back your mind Have you ever been told what to think, how to feel, or what […]
Was it a cult? Deciding what to call a harmful group
These days, lots of people are talking about cults. You might see documentaries or books about people who escaped them. But is […]
When victims become leaders: How to heal from hurting others
When people think about spiritual abuse, they usually imagine a bad leader hurting the people who follow them. But here’s something really […]
Self-compassion for spiritual abuse survivors: A step-by-step guide
Sometimes people talk about self-compassion, which means being kind to yourself. That might sound a little soft or silly at first. But actually, […]
Help for when you feel overwhelmed: Getting through hard moments
Sometimes life after spiritual abuse feels really overwhelming and hard. We might have memories that hurt or feelings that come rushing in […]
Supporting someone facing spiritual abuse: How you can help
Spiritual abuse can be very hard to spot and even harder to talk about. If you’re worried that someone you know is […]