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Look for "Ex-vangelical" or "Religious Trauma" support groups. Knowing you aren't the only one who feels "crazy" is half the battle. Leaving the Fold: A Guide for Former Fundamenta...
Having "all the answers" was comforting. Admitting you don't know what happens after death or how to define "goodness" can be terrifying.Give yourself grace to mourn. It is okay to miss the potlucks and the songs even if you no longer believe the lyrics. 2. Untangling the Fear Admitting you don't know what happens after death
If you are currently in the middle of this "deconstruction," welcome. You aren’t lost; you’re just navigating without a map for the first time. 1. Permission to Grieve Untangling the Fear If you are currently in
Fundamentalism often provides a "complete" life: you knew what to believe, how to act, and where you belonged. Leaving that behind involves a massive amount of loss.
You spent years, perhaps decades, inside the fold. It will take time to learn how to live in the open field. But remember: the sky is much bigger out here, and for the first time, your life belongs entirely to you. To help you for your specific audience:
When the fear hits, focus on grounding. Breathe, name five things you can see, and remind yourself: I am safe right now. 3. Redefining Your Autonomy