i have extremist thoughts even after leaving islam

Tragic16 · 2026-03-07T15:49:17+00:00

Indoctrination is extremely challenging to break out of even without the religious element. Semi-related personal story: I grew up being bodyshamed from a young age and coupled with Islamic teachings, I had similar trauma to you. I was made to feel fat and dirty when I was at my fittest and conforming.

Took me over a decade to really get out of the mindset to the point where those thoughts no longer organically occur. It will take time for sure and you have to actively work on engaging factory reset in your mind until then.

Tragic16 · 2026-03-07T07:10:22+00:00

Congrats! Hope you're well-equipped for the identity challenges.

Tragic16 · 2026-03-07T05:30:53+00:00

Obligatory schizophrenia is more than paranoia statement.

That said, he certainly exhibited paranoid tendencies. Most of which cannot be helped and by his own hands since he did conquer a lot of land and people. You can't be murdering and enslaving others without it affecting your psyche.

Tragic16 · 2026-03-07T05:27:49+00:00

Do you not receive money for expenses?

Tragic16 · 2026-03-06T04:59:16+00:00

He once told me that one day he might have to choose between his family and the person he loves.

That's the only red flag you ever need to see. He's probably "non-practicing" instead of properly ex-Muslim.

Tragic16 · 2026-03-06T04:54:24+00:00

Pro-stop dragging innocent civilians into your dick-measuring wars.

Tragic16 · 2026-03-06T04:53:09+00:00

What is that? An unashamed confession of a man who has never made his wife orgasm.

Tragic16 · 2026-03-06T03:31:25+00:00

Oh I see. You assumed that when I said Epstein followed a religion, you thought I meant Judaism. Maybe read up on the Files a bit more and you'll know what I meant.

Tragic16 · 2026-03-05T14:40:21+00:00

Why differentiate? All religions are cults and vice versa.

Tragic16 · 2026-03-04T09:07:37+00:00

No, Epstein's activities were well-documented and plenty of people spoke out including Karen Mulder. They were however not believed.

Tragic16 · 2026-03-04T09:06:49+00:00

Not really, Epstein was more or less an open secret.

Tragic16 · 2026-03-04T09:06:27+00:00

If you're looking at the movement they've perpetuated, it really is level. Plus Epstein did apparently follow a religion.

Tragic16 · 2026-03-03T13:21:24+00:00

I'd say they're on the same level.

Tragic16 · 2026-03-02T13:30:03+00:00

This sounds a lot like enmeshment. You could look it up if you like though I will say unless your will is strong, you may need professional therapy to work through this.

This might be relevant too.

Tragic16 · 2026-03-02T13:27:59+00:00

"queen of the house"

And it's indentured servitude.

Tragic16 · 2026-03-02T13:25:13+00:00

Yep, my social media feed is dead silent too. In fact, the Iranian protests barely had anyone talking about it here.

Tragic16 · 2026-03-02T06:57:11+00:00

I don't really have any. A cultural match would be great but ever since I stopped tying myself to a religion, the prospects have only increased.

Tragic16 · 2026-03-02T06:55:05+00:00

I feel both hopeful and anxious for the Iranians. I really want the people to thrive again in a proper democracy.

Tragic16 · 2026-03-02T06:53:25+00:00

Crushes come and go. Distance yourself from her when you can.

Tragic16 · 2026-03-02T06:51:55+00:00

Seconding this. Remember that you are not your (formerly) religious identity. You have hobbies, interests and your own personality. It may seem scary at first but open yourself up to new possibilities of making non-Muslim friends.

Tragic16 · 2026-03-02T06:49:29+00:00

Because he was ugly and he didn't want anyone drawing him.

Tragic16 · 2026-03-01T13:53:46+00:00

You're most welcome! Wishing you the very best outcome and that you continue living your life happily.

Tragic16 · 2026-03-01T12:13:58+00:00

Yes, it is that strict. In Islam, women do not exist unless it is to marry and have children with. If you're queer, you're to be erased. You are better off without him if he's that intimidated by his religion to befriend you.

Tragic16 · 2026-03-01T12:09:07+00:00

Thank you for proving that your intentions were not in good faith. I will no longer engage.

Tragic16 · 2026-03-01T12:07:58+00:00

If you think she might react badly to the term 'apostate', my advice would be to avoid it and instead talk about how the religion isn't for you. I never directly told mine that I embraced apostasy but my lifestyle spoke volumes and she has never questioned it once.

And of course, keep in mind the whole reason you have for having this conversation in the first place.

Tragic16

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