Today on Honestly, Dear Listener, we delve further into the complexities of fundamentalism in part two of our series on growing up as Christian fundamentalists. We'll unpack the profound impact a religious upbringing can have on aspects of morality, mental health, and the daunting concern of never being "ok" without the framework of faith to guide us.
Throughout this episode, we share our deeply personal experiences, including the troubling ways in which our physical appearances and the concept of eternity were navigated within our religious communities. We'll explore how the sexualization of children and a cultivated fear of pride and joy in our achievements left lasting marks on our identities and self-perceptions.
In tackling the delicate subjects of religious trauma and creativity, we aim to offer a safe space for you, Dear Listener, whether you have or have not felt the weight of patriarchy and fundamentalism in your life and on your creative spirit. You are not alone.
References:
Be Yourself - comedy special by Kevin James Thornton on Apple TV+
HappyWholeWay.com - “Guiding You Out of Your Religious Programming and Back to Yourself”