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Recovering from Religion @recoveringfromreligion.org · 16h

“You’re not broken—you’re unlearning.”
A secular therapist shares how many clients are working through guilt, fear & shame rooted in religious indoctrination.

Need support without dogma?
🔗 seculartherapy.org

#ReligiousTrauma #SecularTherapy

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Recovering from Religion @recoveringfromreligion.org · 1d

“I don’t really have anyone in my life NOT associated with religion who I can discuss this with.”

If that resonates, you're not alone.
Talk to someone who gets it—no judgment, no preaching:
🔗 https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org

#Exvangelical #Deconstruction

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Recovering from Religion @recoveringfromreligion.org · 2d

Explore RfRx Talks HERE:
www.recoveringfromreligion.org/RfRx

#rfrx #talks @gutsickgibbon #freethought #explore #primates #science #speaker #motivationalspeaker

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Recovering from Religion @recoveringfromreligion.org · 3d

Want to make a difference for those struggling with belief? Become a volunteer with RfR! Apply now at RecoveringfromReligion.org.

#rfr #makeadifference #volunteer #freethought #humanism #secular #religioustrama #deconstruction #community #religioustrauma #peersupport #recoveringfromreligion

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Recovering from Religion @recoveringfromreligion.org · 3d

Questioning religion? You're not alone. Join a free, confidential support group with Recovering from Religion, Oct 7–9 (virtual & in-person). Connect with others on a similar path. 💬
🔗 https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/sg-calendar

#RFR #Deconstruction

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Recovering from Religion @recoveringfromreligion.org · 4d

Dr. Darrel Ray is touring the UK with @FaithToFaithless & @HumanistsUK, tackling the mental health impact of apostasy. Don’t miss these vital convos. Next stops: Nottingham, Oxford, Newcastle, Glasgow, Edinburgh. 🎟️ More info: https://humanists.uk/events

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Recovering from Religion @recoveringfromreligion.org · 4d

Religious counseling isn’t always healing. When therapy enforces rigid gender roles & shame, it can do real harm—especially to couples. You deserve better.

Find secular, evidence-based support: https://www.seculartherapy.org/

#SecularTherapy #ReligiousTrauma

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Recovering from Religion @recoveringfromreligion.org · 4d

This week on RfRx: Author & folklorist Benjamin Radford joins us to explore where skepticism meets humanism & atheism—from miracles to psychics to ghosts. Bring your questions & stay for the post-show hangout!

🔗 https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/rfrx

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Recovering from Religion @recoveringfromreligion.org · 5d

Deconstructing your faith? You’re not alone. Join other men for a virtual support group hosted by Recovering from Religion.
🗓️ Oct 4 | ⏰ 11am
🔗 Sign up: https://bit.ly/rrfmengroup

#MensSupport #RecoveringFromReligion #Deconstruction

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Recovering from Religion @recoveringfromreligion.org · 5d

Ever feel like the black sheep in your religious family? 🐑 You’re not alone. Recovering From Religion offers a safe space to share, heal, and connect with people who understand. 💚 👉 recoveringfromreligion.org

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Recovering from Religion @recoveringfromreligion.org · 6d

Explore RfRx Talks HERE:
www.recoveringfromreligion.org/RfRx

#rfrx #talks #freethought #explore #control #mediaexposure #selfcare #humanism #speaker #motivationalspeaker

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Recovering from Religion @recoveringfromreligion.org · 6d

Questioning your faith or recovering from religion? You’re not alone. Join a free, peer-led support group this weekend — including a special Men’s Virtual Chapter on Saturday. 🧔‍♂️
📅 Full schedule: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/sg-calendar

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Recovering from Religion @recoveringfromreligion.org · 7d

“I’m a vicar and fear I’ve lost my faith. Staying feels like a fraud, leaving risks everything.” If you’re an ex-clergy facing this, you’re not alone. Find support at Recovering from Religion & watch The Clergy Project: https://youtu.be/Wr8uqCd07Pc

https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/

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Recovering from Religion @recoveringfromreligion.org · 8d

Why secular therapy? Because you deserve mental health care without religion getting in the way. 💜 The Secular Therapy Project connects you with licensed, evidence-based therapists who respect your worldview. 👉 seculartherapy.org

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Recovering from Religion @recoveringfromreligion.org · 9d

Explore RfRx Talks HERE:
www.recoveringfromreligion.org/RfRx

#rfrx #talks #freethought #explore #thoughtcrime #humanism #speaker #motivationalspeaker

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Recovering from Religion @recoveringfromreligion.org · 9d

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Recovering from Religion @recoveringfromreligion.org · 10d

This week on RfRx: Bradley, a cancer survivor, and his mom Karra share how they navigated treatment and support without religion. From faith-based assumptions to finding secular strength—don’t miss this powerful convo. Stay after for Q&A + hangout!
#RfRx #SecularSupport

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Recovering from Religion @recoveringfromreligion.org · 10d

Questioning your beliefs? Left religion and feeling alone? 🧠💬
You're not the only one.
Join a free, confidential support group from Recovering from Religion.
Find a meeting this week:
👉 https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/sg-calendar

#Deconstruction #YouAreNotAlone

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Recovering from Religion @recoveringfromreligion.org · 10d

"Family values" don’t have to mean a spouse and 2.5 kids. A secular therapist reminds us: family can be your community, your pet, or just you living intentionally. 💛
Explore more: https://www.seculartherapy.org/

#FamilyIsWhatYouMakeIt #SecularTherapy

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Recovering from Religion @recoveringfromreligion.org · 11d

“My family is very religious... and it was hard to get my opinions across.”

You deserve to be heard—even when it’s hard.

📞 Get support at recoveringfromreligion.org
🎥 Watch this story: youtu.be/r5UG32Tz38Q
#RfR #ReligiousTrauma #Deconstruction #FamilyAndFaith

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Recovering from Religion @recoveringfromreligion.org · 12d

“I believe I’m a good human. And religion doesn’t define me.”

Leaving religion doesn’t mean losing your values.
You define your worth. We’re here to help.

📞 recoveringfromreligion.org
🎥 youtube.com/watch?v=tGPBMlVEh2s
#RfR #Deconstruction #ReligiousTrauma

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Recovering from Religion @recoveringfromreligion.org · 13d

Explore RfRx Talks HERE:
www.recoveringfromreligion.org/RfRx

#rfrx #talks #freethought #explore #secular #community #selfcare #humanism #speaker #motivationalspeaker

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Recovering from Religion @recoveringfromreligion.org · 14d

🌱 Leaving religion can feel isolating — but you’re not alone. Join a free Recovering from Religion Support Group 💜

✨ Parents’ Group: Sun, Sept 28 @ 5 PM EST 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

📅 Full calendar: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/sg-calendar

#RecoveringFromReligion #LifeAfterReligion

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Recovering from Religion @recoveringfromreligion.org · 14d

What if the place you were told to heal is the same place that caused your pain? 💔 Religious trauma is real. You deserve therapy that respects your journey—without dogma. 👉 seculartherapy.org

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Recovering from Religion @recoveringfromreligion.org · 15d

Dr. Darrel Ray is coming to the UK! 🇬🇧 Join his talk on Religious Trauma and Your Brain on Sept 27. Learn how faith can impact mental health and how healing is possible. 🎟️ Get tickets now: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/religious-trauma-and-your-brain-tickets-1661381620149
#RfR #ReligiousTrauma

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