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Do you want to understand how survivors of religious trauma are finding the strength to reclaim their lives and make a difference? Join us as we explore a story of resilience, transformation, and healing in the face of religious abuse and domestic violence. We'll be sharing the solution so that you can achieve that result. Get ready to hear a shocking and moving story of how a survivor escaped when her life depended on it.\nTrauma took your past, but it does not have to have your present and your future, too. And you are the one in charge of that. - Tia Levings\nIn this episode, you will be able to:\n\nExplore personal stories of escaping Christian patriarchy and find inspiration for your own journey to empowerment.\n\nLearn about the profound impact of religious trauma on mental health and discover strategies for healing and resilience.\n\nUncover the complexities of domestic violence within religious contexts and gain insights into supporting survivors.\n\nGain a deep understanding of deconstructing fundamentalism in modern politics and its implications on society.\n\nDiscover effective strategies for healing and recovery from religious abuse, empowering yourself to move forward with strength and confidence.\n\nMy special guest is Tia Levings\nTia Levings is an insightful writer, podcaster, and speaker, with a focus on the realities of Christian fundamentalism, evangelical patriarchy, and religious trauma. Her expertise has been featured in notable publications such as Salon, the Huffington Post, and Newsweek. As a content strategist, Tia delves into the impact of religious trauma on mental health, domestic violence within religious contexts, and the deconstruction of fundamentalism in modern politics, shedding light on these critical issues. Her forthcoming memoir, "A Well Trained Wife," chronicles her personal journey of escaping Christian patriarchy, presenting a compelling and courageous narrative that promises to resonate with those seeking empowerment and healing from religious abuse. Tia's work is driven by her passion for advocating resilience and recovery from religious trauma. Tia is on Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok\nThe key moments in this episode are:\n00:00:02 - Introducing Tia Levings\n\n00:01:17 - Trigger Warning and Self-Care\n\n00:02:25 - Growing Up in Mainstream Fundamentalism\n\n00:05:22 - Trauma and Dogmatism\n\n00:07:42 - Effects of Fundamentalism on Women\n\n00:14:08 - The Influence of High Control Religion\n\n00:15:34 - The Pressure of Traditional Gender Roles\n\n00:16:55 - Red Flags and High Control Religion\n\n00:20:47 - The Manipulative Nature of Patriarchy\n\n00:25:53 - Addressing Pushbacks and Myths\n\n00:27:34 - The Incredulity of Religious Trauma\n\n00:28:22 - Challenges in Seeking Justice\n\n00:29:26 - Empowering Survivors\n\n00:32:35 - Finding Solidarity and Community\n\n00:38:27 - Building Healthy Relationships\n\n00:41:09 - The Impact of Religious Trauma\n\n00:43:18 - Coping with Discomfort and Denial\n\n00:44:50 - Healing from Religious Trauma\n\n00:46:31 - Advocating for Survivors\n\n00:53:18 - Taking Action and Making a Difference\n\n00:56:22 - Understanding Mental Illness and Abuse\n\n00:57:11 - Seeking Justice for Mica\n\n00:57:45 - Supporting Victims of Domestic Violence\n\n00:58:30 - Making a Difference\xa0\n\nFollow us:\nhttps://www.patreon.com/aworldofdifference\nhttps://www.instagram.com/aworldof.difference/\nhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/aworldofdifference\nhttps://twitter.com/awodpod\nhttps://www.youtube.com/@aworldofdifference\nwww.tiktok.com/@aworldofdifference\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices