One of the most insidious things about cults is that most cult members don’t believe they are in a cult. We could each of us ask ourselves, “Am I in a cult?” and more than likely we would say “of course not,” regardless of the truth. So how would we even know? I grew...
I’m not talking about the stereotypical crazy uncle at your Thanksgiving dinner. I’m talking about your sister or father or son whose religious and political differences are a real impediment to your family functioning. Maybe you don’t have a relationship with them...
When you hear the words “religious trauma,” what do you think of? You’re maybe thinking something along the lines of Catholic priests and altar boys. And while that’s certainly one of the most egregious examples of religious trauma, it can be much subtler than...