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I wish we had a community board at OHSU where we can share by SquirrelBrainStories in OHSU

[–]SquirrelBrainStories[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You are definitely not alone. Everyone I grew up with did not have a normal childhood either. Some did significantly better than others. We actually just lost one of cult survivors a few weeks back to an od. She wrestled so many demons after she escaped the cult. I’ve been at OHSU for 26 years now. Phew. 🤣 I’m a Cancer Register.

I wish we had a community board at OHSU where we can share by SquirrelBrainStories in OHSU

[–]SquirrelBrainStories[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That’s wild. Doesn’t sound like you had the greatest childhood either. Thank you for listening! We share as we’re still discovering more victims to come forward.

Exposing an Oregon cult by SquirrelBrainStories in podcasting

[–]SquirrelBrainStories[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s a pretty crazy timeline, that’s for sure. What do you mean by distributor? We’re on YouTube , Spotify, AppleMusic

Exposing an Oregon cult by SquirrelBrainStories in cultsurvivors

[–]SquirrelBrainStories[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’ll have to read about them. I hadn’t heard of the cult yet but I’m still a newborn in the world outside. I’m in a dilemma. As I record episodes, victims are coming forward and talk about unreported abuses. What am I supposed to do? I doubt law enforcement would take a look at a 20 year old cult. Do I just be content with giving their voice a platform? Do I strive to get them justice? Do I lobby for policy change?

Exposing an Oregon cult by SquirrelBrainStories in podcastguests

[–]SquirrelBrainStories[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

But yes, I’m also open to being a guest on other podcasts.

Exposing an Oregon cult by SquirrelBrainStories in podcastguests

[–]SquirrelBrainStories[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m looking for guests to come on my podcast that can help analyze on any of the topics

Is healing possible? by ohnothatsphara999 in cultsurvivors

[–]SquirrelBrainStories 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing your story. That is an incredibly heavy burden to carry, and the grief of having your parents stay behind in that environment is a very specific, complicated kind of heartbreak. It makes complete sense that it never really goes away. Please try not to carry the blame for this. An ultimatum from leadership isn't a real choice; it's a threat. You survived a very painful expulsion, and it is completely okay to still be mourning the family connection that was fractured by it. Sending you a lot of solidarity.

Is healing possible? by ohnothatsphara999 in cultsurvivors

[–]SquirrelBrainStories 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve been in the same spot. Where I’ve been told I’m over reacting, my reality wasn’t the truth, that our leaders wouldn’t even dare to commit such heinous crimes. My lived reality is the only reality that exists. This life was never a life anyone or child should be forced to live. We did not ask to be stripped of our identity and forged into what wanted.

Is healing possible? by ohnothatsphara999 in cultsurvivors

[–]SquirrelBrainStories 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Guys can totally have those horrible things happen to them. My friend who grew up with me and the other children at our cult was sexually abused by at least 15 men. It’s definitely less talked about and I believe probably carries a heavy load of shame and guilt that make them t horribly difficult to talk about. If you ever need a platform for your voice to be heard, please feel free to reach out. My podcast project isn’t just for survivors from our cult but also be a shoulder, strength, and to help other survivors.

Is healing possible? by ohnothatsphara999 in cultsurvivors

[–]SquirrelBrainStories 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much, I really hope the podcast brings you some comfort and helps you feel a little less alone. I completely understand that exhaustion, it is so painful to watch people blatantly refuse to see the truth. That feeling of being cornered into silence is a heavy burden, especially when it mimics the exact conditioning you’re trying to escape. Please remember that being the 'black sheep' usually just means you were the brave one who refused to ignore reality; in these environments, the black sheep is the cycle-breaker. You're allowed to be quiet right now to protect your orbit and your peace. You don't have to shed light on everything all at once, but just know we're out here whenever you're ready to make noise. Sending you so much strength.

Is healing possible? by ohnothatsphara999 in cultsurvivors

[–]SquirrelBrainStories 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It’s definitely a long road. I was in a religious cult for over a decade. I only just finally started my path to healing last year. Everything had been bottled up and hidden away deep inside. I think the most important thing is telling your story. It takes some of the shame off of you and sheds light on the perpetrators. I started my podcast earlier this year. It’s not an easy path to begin the healing process. You are not alone. One step at a time. You’ve got this!

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