
Insights into Spiritual Abuse and Grooming
In this episode of Conversations of Hope, hosts Faith Ingraham and Michelle Viscuse delve into the sensitive subject of spiritual abuse. Sharing their personal stories, they explore different forms of abuse experienced within religious contexts and provide insights into healing and recovery. The episode offers support for survivors and their allies, discussing the complexities of grooming, victim-blaming, and spiritual manipulation. Join Faith and Michelle as they break the silence and promote a message of hope and healing for survivors of abuse.
00:00 Introduction to Conversations of Hope
00:54 Exploring Spiritual Abuse
01:21 Personal Stories of Abuse
04:01 Understanding Spiritual Abuse
06:58 The Good Girl Syndrome
08:39 God's Unconditional Love
11:55 Challenges of Healing
22:11 Grooming and Manipulation
38:18 Final Thoughts and Resources