This episode contains discussions of suicide, sexual assault, and loss. Please listen with care, and prioritize your mental health. 

What happens when the very people meant to protect you turn a blind eye to tragedy?

In this powerful episode, Trinity and Derek sit down with Natty, who left the Jehovah’s Witnesses—and her family—at a heartbreakingly young age after surviving an unthinkable tragedy. Abandoned by those closest to her, Natty was left to navigate the fallout of loss, isolation, and betrayal. Her parents and community chose loyalty to the organization over protecting her, enforcing rules that put her in a place no child should ever be.

Natty opens up about the crushing weight of silence within a high-control religious environment, the pain of losing her family and childhood, and the fire that helped her keep going. With grit, honesty, and a deep will to heal, Natty has created a life defined not by what she endured—but by what she rebuilt.

This is a story of grief, strength, and reclaiming your voice.

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Disclaimer:

Our aim is to foster honest, empathetic conversations about high-control environments, belief systems, and personal journeys — including the long road of healing, questioning, and reclaiming identity.

Please be advised that some episodes may contain content that touches on religious trauma, coercive control, emotional or physical abuse, or other potentially triggering topics. We strive to approach these conversations with care, but we acknowledge that certain themes may be difficult to hear.

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If you or someone you know is experiencing distress related to these topics, we encourage seeking support from qualified mental health professionals, spiritual trauma-informed therapists, or trusted recovery communities.

You are not alone.