Paul Gilmartin
Paul Gilmartin
#277 Religious Abuse - Hilary A
#277 Religious Abuse - Hilary A
#277 Religious Abuse - Hilary A
Friday 13th May 2016
Join Hilary A on Mental Illness Happy Hour as she shares her journey of escaping religious abuse and coping with panic attacks and trichotillomania.
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Get the buttons here!Escaping Religious Abuse: Hilary A's Journey on Mental Illness Happy Hour
It was hard to acknowledge a Two-Year-Old's feelings because they're upset about everything all of the time and I often wonder, I'm like: well, I don't want to go overboard and like validate everything.
Imagine growing up in a household where scripture is wielded like a weapon. That's the reality Hilary A faced, and in this episode of Mental Illness Happy Hour, she sits down with host Paul Gilmartin to share her story. Raised in a Christian Science family, Hilary's mother used religious texts to justify neglectful and narcissistic behavior, leaving deep emotional scars.
At 32, Hilary bravely recounts how she finally broke free from this toxic environment, despite the looming fear of family estrangement. But her journey doesn't end there. Hilary opens up about her struggles with panic attacks, a fear of choking, and trichotillomania—a condition that compels her to pull out her own hair. These experiences have significantly impacted her self-esteem and mental health.
One of the most poignant parts of the conversation is Hilary's reflection on the importance of validation and emotional support, especially during childhood. She reveals how the lack of acknowledgment for her feelings growing up has shaped her approach to parenting her own children now. This episode is not just a story of suffering but also one of resilience and hope.
It's a candid discussion about the long-lasting effects of religious abuse and the crucial need to break free from toxic environments. If you've ever felt the weight of similar experiences or simply want to understand the profound impact of religious abuse on mental health, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to Mental Illness Happy Hour for an eye-opening and heartfelt conversation.