Ready to stop living by someone else's rulebook? Ask yourself: How do you show up in the world when the doctrine that raised you begins to break you? Are you exhausted from chasing a perfection that was never achievable? Have you been carrying the silent burden of systemic shame for years? Is it even possible to rebuild your entire identity after faith leaves you feeling fractured?

We have the answers. I'm your host, and today we welcome Crystal Hamilton, LMHC, author of Drowning in Doctrine, here to guide you through her proven 8-step journey from religious trauma to radical resilience.

This memoir chronicles Crystal's journey growing up in the rigid confines of the Mormon faith, burdened by family secrets and the crushing weight of religious perfectionism that led to shame, depression, and addiction. As she confronted these profound wounds and transitioned into a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Crystal forged a path to healing.

The book is more than a story of survival; it’s a proven 8-step roadmap for anyone recovering from religious or systemic trauma, teaching them how to unravel shame, reclaim their authentic identity, and bravely redefine their own sense of family and self-worth. It serves as a testament to resilience and the courage required to rewrite your life story.

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