“It’s the same playbook”: Abuses of Power
“It’s the same playbook!” I recently found myself saying this during a discussion regarding an ongoing incident among folks within the exvangelical community. First, some backstory for those who may…
Insurance and Mental Healthcare
The use of health insurance for mental health care is often surrounded by complexities that are not always widely known. The actual coverage that you have can be quite confusing. …
Religious Trauma in the Oval Office
What does the recent visit of Ukrainian President Zelensky to the Oval Office have to do with religious trauma? By now, you’re probably aware that Volodymyr Zelensky, the President of…
How Can I Find Mental Health Support?
Mental health is something that we all have, yet many folks don’t notice their mental health until they are struggling. Right now, a lot of people are struggling. This post…
The Anniversary of Trauma
Today, February 6th, is an anniversary of trauma for me - a trauma-versary, if you will. Individuals who have experienced any type of trauma often have specific dates or seasons…
Spiritual Abuse Tactics (My Lived Experience)
One of the most prominent factors in spiritual abuse is the misuse of spiritual power to control. Survivors of spiritual abuse may describe their experience as feeling like their life…
January is Spiritual Abuse Awareness Month
January is Spiritual Abuse Awareness Month. I first became aware of this term around 2015, but the first use of “spiritual abuse” as a term with a distinct definition dates…
What Can Wicked Teach Us About Religious Trauma?
Wicked, the movie based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, released Part 1 in theaters on November 22nd, 2024, and it has taken the world by storm. I have loved…
How to Create a Welcoming Holiday Gathering
This post is geared toward those who wish their adult children or other family members would join in on holiday gatherings. So, if that’s you, please read on. If you’re…
Hurricane Helene & Religious Trauma
This post is the second in a 2-part series - read part 1 here. Trauma occurs when something happens too fast, too soon, or is too much for an individual’s…