Andrew Pledger
Andrew Pledger
Life After Church - Vanessa R. Brooks - S1E23
Life After Church - Vanessa R. Brooks - S1E23
Life After Church - Vanessa R. Brooks - S1E23
Monday 3rd October 2022
Vanessa R. Brooks discusses leaving Christianity, overcoming religious trauma, and her current work as a recovery coach on 'Speaking Up with Andrew Pledger'.
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75 minutes
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Get the buttons here!Vanessa R. Brooks: Finding Freedom Beyond Faith
Speaking out has proven to be difficult some days, but it's getting better. And I told him, I think, of the placebo effect that science, like the fact of just belief, I think, is that guy.
Imagine dedicating over a decade of your life to a faith that ultimately leaves you questioning everything. In this episode of 'Speaking Up with Andrew Pledger', Vanessa R. Brooks opens up about her transformative journey from being a non-denominational Pentecostal pastor to finding a life beyond Christianity. Raised Baptist and later transitioning to Pentecostalism, Vanessa spent 13 years deeply embedded in the church before making the courageous decision to leave in 2019.
Vanessa shares candidly about the emotional and psychological toll her experiences in the Pentecostal church took on her. She delves into the trauma she endured and how it pushed her to question her beliefs and seek a path to recovery. Now working as a recovery coach, Vanessa emphasizes the importance of critical thinking and personal empowerment when it comes to religion. Throughout the episode, Vanessa's story is one of resilience and hope.
She discusses how she helps others deconstruct their faith and escape toxic religious environments, offering a beacon of support for those who feel trapped. Vanessa’s insights provide not just a glimpse into her own struggles but also valuable advice for anyone grappling with similar issues. If you're interested in stories of personal transformation and the journey towards healing from religious trauma, this episode is a must-listen.
Vanessa's message is clear: it's possible to find your own path to peace and fulfillment, even after leaving behind something that once defined you.