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The Painful Aftermath of Serving a Narcissistic God

By Megan Von Fricken LCSW • February 25, 2025
This article provides 5 red flags to help you determine whether the god you served was actually a narcissist, and the unique wounds that occur when you've been indoctrinated to love a narcissistic god.
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How to Start Deprogramming from Purity Culture Indoctrination

By Megan Von Fricken LCSW • February 3, 2025
Purity culture indoctrination often creates deeply problematic internalized beliefs. This article explores the signs of indoctrination and how to begin deprogramming.
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Religious Trauma Bonds: What They Are & How They Develop

By Megan Von Fricken LCSW • January 20, 2025
Trauma bonds often develop in response to narcissist abuse. Religious trauma bonds are similar, however, they often develop in the context of authoritarian religions.