Personal reflections and insights from Megan’s ongoing journey with religious harm recovery.
A Note From Megan | Have you ever noticed how we often resist the parts of oppressive systems that hurt us while still clinging to those that benefit us? In this newsletter, I reflect on my own journey away from fundamentalist beliefs and question whether our efforts to deconstruct are genuinely aimed at dismantling systemic oppression or merely serve our own self-interest.
A Note From Megan | Because of my religious upbringing, forgiveness has often felt like an unfair emotional burden on the wounded party. In this Note, I explore my preferred framework for navigating ruptures in relationships — one that doesn’t involve “forgiveness” at all.
A Note From Megan | In this newsletter, I discuss the challenges of recognizing safe vs unsafe people in your life by sharing some of my personal journey of navigating boundaries and course-correcting when something feels “off.”
A Note From Megan | In this newsletter, I’m reflecting on my complex relationship with my older brother, exploring themes of survivor’s guilt and the painful realities of growing up in an abusive, religious household.
A Note From Megan | I’m talking about my personal experience with a purity culture marriage. I specifically focus on my journey with codependency and the challenges of navigating mismatched gender roles.
A Note From Megan | This newsletter reflects on a recent trip to NYC and how it symbolizes a journey from fear to freedom. Join with me as I discuss how confronting old beliefs about danger has transformed my life and why exploring new places has been essential for my healing.
A Note From Megan | In this newsletter, I share how my electric toothbrush has become a surprising reflection of the state of my nervous system.
A Note From Megan | In this newsletter, I’m talking about my journey from unquestioning belief to a more discerning skepticism, especially after leaving a high-control religion. I also discuss how to cultivate healthy skepticism and why pausing to question authority can empower us to trust ourselves.
A Note From Megan | In this newsletter, I’m reflecting on the emotional highs and lows that come from leaving behind a radicalized past. I’ll be discussing the feelings of nostalgia for intensity in belief systems and the challenges of finding meaning in a post-religion life.