Andrew Pledger
Andrew Pledger
The Recipe for an Abusive Relationship - Sarah Van Etten Leupold - S2E12
The Recipe for an Abusive Relationship - Sarah Van Etten Leupold - S2E12
The Recipe for an Abusive Relationship - Sarah Van Etten Leupold - S2E12
Monday 3rd April 2023
Listen to Sarah Van Etten Leupold's journey from spiritual abuse to healing on 'Speaking Up with Andrew Pledger'.
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Andrew Pledger
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Healing from Sexual Trauma
Religion & Spirituality
Recovery from Trauma
Healing Relationships
Spiritual & Personal Growth Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Sarah Van Etten Leupold: Surviving Religious Trauma and Finding Hope
I would encourage them to start trying to build up that part of themselves, because once you believe that you're good, you're going to start believing that you deserve good things.
Ever wondered how someone can rise from the ashes of spiritual abuse and find a new path? Sarah Van Etten Leupold’s story is a testament to resilience and the human spirit. Raised in a conservative Evangelical non-denominational church, Sarah faced spiritual abuse when she began to question her beliefs. This abuse spiraled into an abusive marriage, a painful divorce, and a diagnosis of complex PTSD.
The church’s reaction to her fiancé’s death was the final straw that led her to walk away from her faith. In this episode of 'Speaking Up with Andrew Pledger', Sarah opens up about her struggles with gender dysphoria and how these experiences shaped her journey. She doesn’t shy away from discussing the deep scars left by spiritual abuse and how they affected her mental health.
But Sarah’s story isn’t just about suffering; it’s about finding strength in the darkest of times. Today, Sarah channels her experiences into writing, offering support and understanding to other survivors of religious trauma. Her words are a beacon for those who feel lost, showing that healing is possible even after enduring profound pain. If you’re curious about how someone can rebuild their life after such devastating experiences, this episode is a must-listen.
Sarah’s journey is not just a story of survival but also one of hope and recovery. She reminds us that, no matter how deep the wounds, there is always a way to heal and move forward. Tune in to hear her inspiring tale and perhaps find a bit of hope for your own journey.