The Aftermath of Escaping a Cult (Pt. 1) | With IBLP Survivor Lindsey Williams (Shiny Happy People)

Lindsey Williams on the aftermath of escaping a cult - the fundamentalist Christian cult of the IBLP from the Amazon docu-series Shiny Happy People.
In this episode, we continue the conversation that was started last season with Lindsey Williams, who survived Bill Gothard and the IBLP cult and is now sharing her story of what took place.
We discuss the psychological impacts of indoctrination and religious abuse, particularly from the teachings of Bill Gothard. Lindsey vividly explains her journey, from being a part of the religious system to breaking free and finding her true self. She shares how she overcame fear and defied the oppression to advocate for those who are still trapped in cult-like religions.
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00:00 Teaser
01:10 Introduction to Lindsey Williams
02:10 Reactions to the Shiny Happy People
04:34 Handling Negative Feedback
06:33 Fear of Questioning Beliefs
09:42 Breaking Free from Indoctrination
12:21 The Challenge of Authenticity in Faith
19:17 Power Dynamics in Religious Systems
21:22 The Impact of Predatory Beliefs
23:49 Speaking Out Against Abuse
29:44 The Struggle of Female Voices Being Heard
32:24 Consequences of Blind Trust
35:59 The Journey of Self-Discovery
42:53 Trust and Safety in Love
44:01 Breaking Free
49:32 The Power of Defiance
51:12 Wrapping Up
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[@JCScavage97]

Well said as always 👏 You articulate things that I feel. Thank you for your relatable self discovery. ❤

[@user-dw9lv5dl2i]

It has not been updated in eons and it was written and compiled out of the context of the times. The powers that be also excluded certain books of the "Bible" to tell the story that suited them.

[@teamcougars]

The IBLP is definitely a cult 😢

[@preyvspredatorpodcast]

Undeniably.

[@thecultchronicles]

Without a doubt. They just don't see it nor do those who are still within its grasp.

[@shadowsleuth9279]

My heart truly goes out to all those abused in this cult. narcissists love to twist and cherry pick bible verses for their own agendas. I am also a survivor of abuse. I just want to say that the IBLP misrepresents Jesus and His word. He is loving and kind. He chose to lay down HIs life on Calvary to redeem us and to give us life . These wolves in sheep clothing will answer dearly in eternity. I am sorry the abuse was so bad that many turned away from the faith altogether.