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Were you ever told your ear ache was the result of satan keeping you from hearing Gods word? Did you ever have a sinus infection as a child and were told that snot smell was your intuition that evil spirits were around? Well you’ve come to the right place cause SAME. My special guest Jennifer and I are talking about mental health and all the crazy shit surrounding it when it comes to the church. You’re not crazy bb just indoctrinated! Jennifer French is a mental health counselor with a specialty in cultic studies and religious trauma, located in Los Angeles and working with clients across the U.S. She will graduate in January 2022 with a Masters in the Psychology of Coercive Control from Salford University in the UK. Jennifer was herself in a group of high control, high demand (aka. cult) that was a mystical Christian based group called the Centers of Light or the Order of Christ/Sophia, located in cities across the United States. Jennifer is also the host of the Project Hope Podcast, for families and friends with a loved one in a group of high control / high demand. If you are interested in hearing more about the story of how Jennifer got into her cult and then left 11 years later, you will find these in episodes 1 and 2. https://www.jennifer-french.com/projecthopepodcast Follow Jennifer on social media at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennifer.french.jfh/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennifermonica.holcomb YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr6Ufd0I7My6dumbTpQwn8A/playlists Website: Jennifer-French.com

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I just want to apologize for the quality of the audio for this particular episode. We were having major internet issues. Anyway! Speaking with my long time friend and fellow exvangelical Candace about finding community outside of the church. We also touch on subjects like evolution/creationism, the 5 stages of grief and how that feels a lot like deconstructing. Come along for the ride!

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We have something to say about sexuality and the evangelical church. Did your parents give you “the talk” without actually talking about sex? Did you struggle with learning sex education and figuring out sexual encounters that DIDNT end in marriage in your 20's? Cool. Us too. Let’s talk about it. Pour yourself a drink and let’s talk about all things sex.

Special Guest: Molly Crino
You can find Molly on Instagram @ molly.crino & co-host of blazedth0tz_pdcst

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This week we are talking about navigating relationships after leaving religion. The Bible and church created this weird zone of forced intimacy but also disconnection because everyone would betray their family or friends if God said to (i.e. Isaac and Abraham lolz) But now that we are out of that toxic space, navigating relationships without waiting for God or our pastor to tell us what to do is HARD. Its hard to reclaim autonomy after never having it and learning healthy relationship functioning after leaving. Grab your glass of libations, if you so choose to indulge, and lets talk about autonomy. 

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TW: Scripture reading. Rape. Child murder. This episode is a bit intense as far as content. But if you’ve read the Old Testament we’re sure that’s not news to you. We wanna talk about the fucked up shit in the Old Testament as far as actual verses where God kills children, violates women and ruins peoples perfectly good lives. You’ll probably need wine or whatever your choice of pleasure is for this one cause DEAR GOD how did we ever think this was all normal?

Interesting video referenced in episode: https://www.facebook.com/BeXTheXEvolution/videos/831510247498147

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It’s self explanatory. Are you familiar with the Rapture? Did you have rapture anxiety as a kid? Is Obama the antichrist? Did you read “left behind” for pure enjoyment? The end times be like “why are you so obsessed with me?” to evangelicals. Grab a margarita and let’s talk about this nonsense!

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We wanted to do a short episode on resources we found helpful in our deconstruction. We hope you find these helpful as well. Here is a link to our Blog where we will post all the links to these resources as well.

https://cheerstoleaving.wordpress.com/

Christina's Life Coaching Website: https://www.christinamcarlson.com/

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Christina and Rachael talk about how to change your mindset after years of indoctrination. It's hard, it's a process, and we're here for you! Let's talk simulations, our egos, pleasure, self care, lots of ice cream, and being aware of our own thoughts. We touch on being curious about ourselves as a first step in changing your mindset. So grab a glass of wine and drink with us as we discuss one of the hardest things we have ever done. Article Rachael mentioned by Jim Palmer: https://www.jimpalmerauthor.com/post/life-after-religion-deconstruction-deep-dive Christina's Website: https://www.christinamcarlson.com/ Religious Tree: http://the40foundation.org/world-religions-tree.html?fbclid=IwAR12oU1vJTF_DONf8bn1awxIsnPLGkTdDI09RhBYhFEy3JPrOVr9Psu8uQg IHOP Scandal: https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-news/love-and-death-in-the-house-of-prayer-53866/--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cheerstoleaving/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cheerstoleaving/support

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We're talkin fears this week as we take a more serious turn in our episodes. Rachael shares her fears surrounding death, and Christina shares her fears surrounding hell. We talk about the loss of community and identity and how IT DOES GET BETTER! Please reach out to us with any episode topic suggestions as well as your own personal stories regarding these different topics. We would love to hear from you!

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Christina and Rachael talk about being evangelicals AND homeschooled in this episode. Let’s talk homeschool curriculums, how homeschooling shaped our lives, things we learned (AND DIDNT LEARN) and how it has affected us as adults today.
If you would like to hear us talk about a specific topic please message us on Instagram or Twitter. If you have a homeschooling story you'd like to share please send us a message! We'd love to hear from you.

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