LOST Family, GAINED Freedom: The Unbelievable Price of Escaping a Patriarchal Cult

In this captivating episode, we welcome Tamara Buchanan, known as Jezebel on social media, sharing her extraordinary journey from life in a strict Apostolic Pentecostal cult to becoming an advocate and speaker. Tamara recounts her upbringing, the moment she decided to reclaim the name Jezebel to empower herself, and the harrowing experiences of sexual and domestic abuse she endured. She discusses the control mechanisms within the religious cult, the manipulation of biblical scriptures, and the absence of support from her family and church community. Tamara’s resilience shines as she describes her fight for freedom, the traumatic impact on her mental health, and her relentless quest for personal healing and empowerment. Despite losing contact with her family, Tamara found liberation and now uses her platform to shed light on the issues of trauma, patriarchy, and misogyny. She also shares her journey of weight loss and self-discovery, showing that survival can lead to thriving. Her powerful poems and reflections underscore her unwavering spirit and commitment to helping others find their voice and freedom from abusive environments. #jezebel #unholier #healing #religion #religioustrauma #trauma #church