Coming out on the 11th of September is my new book, "Not So Shiny Not So Happy People." Growing up in a fundamentalist Christian home whose parents followed cult leader Bill Gothard's teaching led to rapture anxiety and religious trauma syndrome. Eventually I left it all.

It's a shame that #NFLRedZone has now started allowing commercials. How many hours of commercial free football is it now?

Trying to fit into the American Evangelical world led to deep dissatisfaction. Observing diverse staff and leaders, including those with different political views, challenged preconceptions about faith and belonging. #FaithJourney #Belonging

Leaving evangelicalism requires unlearning, not self-amputation. Discover practical tools and shared experiences in a cohort-based course designed to help you understand past patterns and choose new ways of showing up. #ReligiousTrauma #PersonalGrowth #Unlearning

Believing ministry was the highest good, leaving it felt impossible, like being slingshotted back. Therapy helped reframe beliefs, revealing joy in one-on-one connections. #TherapyJourney #PersonalGrowth

Experiencing trauma from how his family was treated, Josh Foster struggled to reconcile asking for support in ministry with the evangelical world's political views. #ThirdCultureKid #Belonging #Identity

Many religious systems teach that you are the problem, designed to keep you within guardrails. But what if you could see your story through a different lens? #NarrativeTherapy #SelfDiscovery #exvangelical

Josh Foster explains: The God presented in many churches feels like a narcissistic control freak. #FaithJourney #SpiritualGrowth #Deconstruction

Opus Dei's global reach is immense, with nearly 100,000 members in 70 countries. They operate 300 schools and 20 universities, including top-tier business schools and a presence on Ivy League campuses. #OpusDei #GlobalReach #Education

In the aftermath of the Spanish Civil War, Opus Dei's mission shifted. What began as a benign idea to help Catholics became a 'hidden army' acting as a 'reactionary vanguard' against progressive agendas, mirroring modern Christian nationalist movements. #History #OpusDei #Franco

Banco Popular acted as Opus Dei's 'cash machine' for decades, funneling billions. This deep connection was the key to unlocking a complex mystery, revealing a hidden financial relationship that shaped both entities. #OpusDei #Finance #Mystery

Opus Dei strategically targets political, judicial, and business elites to advance its agenda. A significant portion of its US members are concentrated in the DC area. #OpusDei #InfluenceNetwork #WashingtonDC

Faced with legal threats and smear campaigns after releasing a book critical of Opus Dei, author Gareth Gore highlights the organization's tactics. This 'classic cult psychology' leaves many unable to leave, despite their discomfort. #OpusDei #CultExposé #Investigation

Opus Dei faces criminal charges for alleged enslavement and human trafficking. A group of former members filed a complaint, leading to a 2-year investigation. This scandal could be just the tip of the iceberg. #OpusDei #HumanTrafficking #CatholicChurch

Opus Dei is an abusive cult that preys on the good faith of Catholics, manipulating their goodwill. Its "legitimization" by the Vatican, including the sainthood of its founder, eases recruitment and grooming. #OpusDei #Cult #Vatican

The idea of America as a "covenant nation" punished by God for its sins, as seen after 9/11, has historical roots in Old Testament theology. However, the "City on a Hill" sermon wasn't widely known or read by the nation's founders . #USHistory #Religion #Politics

Politicians use conservative Christianity to maintain power, creating a reciprocal relationship where evangelicals support leaders who align with their political agenda, often overlooking controversial actions. #ChristianNationalism #Politics #Religion #Trump

Myth busted: The US Constitution and Declaration of Independence were NOT based 100% on the Bible. Jefferson didn't cite it when asked about his sources, and the Constitutional Convention debates show religion was a minor factor. #HistoryFacts #USConstitution #MythBusting

Christian nationalism and alliances with figures like Trump can erase significant doctrinal differences between denominations. These "pro-Trump" movements suggest your faith isn't complete unless it's politically aligned. #Christianity #Politics #Faith

The Book of Job and Ezekiel reveal a troubling aspect of the God of the Bible. Is he akin to a terrible abuser who inflicts suffering on his own people? #BiblicalCritique #Theology #ExileNarratives

Spiritual bypassing uses spirituality as a defense mechanism, avoiding painful emotions like grief and loss. This can lead to unhealed psychological wounds and even physical ailments. #Spirituality #MentalHealth