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In today's Courage Conversation episode, Wendi Renay takes us on a powerful journey of self-discovery, overcoming grief, and finding true self-worth. Wendi shares their personal experience of realizing that her life was a lie and the emotional toll it took on her. She delves into the importance of focusing on oneself and questioning beliefs. Wendi also discusses the concept of fear, obligation, and guilt tied to narcissistic abuse, cults, and high-control religion.

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- Wendi’s Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@WendiRenay/ 

- Wendi’s Instagram: www.Instagram.com/wendirenay 

- Wendi’s TikTok: www.TikTok.com/@wendirenay 

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- Courage 365: Facebook Group - www.facebook.com/groups/courage365

🔑 Key Takeaways:

1. Question your beliefs and analyze your thoughts: Wendi shares her journey of questioning her own beliefs and learning to critically analyze her thoughts and decisions. This self-reflection allowed her to break free from the limitations of indoctrination and discover her true self.
2. Letting go of fear, obligation, and guilt: High control religions often thrive on fear, obligation, and guilt to keep their members in line. Wendi delves into the concept of fear, obligation, and guilt and how it relates to narcissistic abuse and manipulation within religious communities. Learning to let go of these destructive emotions is crucial for personal growth.
3. The power of personal growth and connection: Wendi emphasizes the importance of personal growth and understanding others' perspectives. By hearing stories and experiences from a diverse range of individuals, we can broaden our horizons and deepen our empathy. She shares her own journey of seeking wisdom and guidance from different sources to become a better person every day

[00:00:00] Courage Conversation Show welcomes ex-Jehovah's Witness survivor.

[00:04:13] Shunning after leaving Jehovah's Witnesses, CSA survivor.

[00:08:58] Discovery, doubt, and finding peace outside religion.

[00:12:52] Summary: Indoctrination is fear-based mind control, stifling critical thinking and intuition. High control religion thrives on emotional control through fear, obligation, and guilt.

[00:15:48] Fear, obligation, guilt tied to narcissistic abuse

[00:20:37] Restrictions on women in Jehovah's Witnesses organization.

[00:23:50] Restrictions on women preaching, promoting toxic gender roles.

[00:29:13] High control groups restrict relationships and growth.

[00:31:21] Grief, self-worth, and personal growth journey.

[00:37:32] Mom of two learning and growing daily.

[00:42:05] Powerful message. Follow Wendi's social media. Check out Courage 365 and resources. Join the text message list for daily encouragement.