Andrew Pledger
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Church Sanctioned Abuse - Tia Levings - S2E1
Church Sanctioned Abuse - Tia Levings - S2E1
Church Sanctioned Abuse - Tia Levings - S2E1
Monday 9th January 2023
Tia Levings discusses her escape from church-sanctioned abuse and her mission to empower others facing religious trauma on 'Speaking Up with Andrew Pledger'.
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Get the buttons here!Tia Levings: From Church Sanctioned Abuse to Empowered Advocate
I followed all their rules. The ones who think that they're hitting utopia and their faith, um, just either haven't hit their dark night of the soul yet, or they haven't found the mud, or they're sheltering abuse, or, like there's always, are the denied reality.
What happens when the place meant to offer sanctuary becomes a source of pain? Tia Levings, a writer and creator, knows this all too well. In this gripping episode of 'Speaking Up with Andrew Pledger', Tia opens up about her harrowing experiences within a fundamentalist Christian environment. Raised in a high-control religious setting, she faced church-sanctioned abuse that left her feeling isolated and broken. But Tia's story doesn't end there.
She channels her pain into powerful narratives that educate and empower others trapped in similar situations. Her upcoming memoir, set to release in 2024 through St. Martin's Press, promises to delve deeper into these experiences. Through her social media presence, where her videos have garnered millions of views, Tia connects personal stories to broader societal issues, shedding light on the often-hidden impacts of religious fundamentalism.
This episode is not just a recounting of trauma; it's a testament to resilience and the human spirit's capacity for healing. Andrew and Tia also discuss the vital role of human connection and compassion in overcoming such deep-seated wounds. If you've ever felt crushed by the weight of religious expectations or are seeking a path to recovery, Tia's journey offers both solace and inspiration.