Pints With Aquinas Ex-Abortionist Tells His Story (Dr. John Bruchalski) | Ep. 433
Nov 1, 2023
Dr. John Bruchalski, a former abortionist, shares his journey from faith to acceptance of abortion, the emotional toll of performing abortions, and his unexpected encounter and transformation through prayer. The podcast also touches on overcoming pornography addiction, contemplating controversial topics, and the power of friendship in changing perspectives on abortion.
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Abortion Normalized in Medical Training
- Abortion was seamlessly integrated into Dr. Bruchalski’s medical training and practice due to cultural and institutional norms.
- He initially accepted abortion as medicine because definitions of life and ethics had shifted politically and socially.
Cultural Pressure Drove Faith Drift
- Dr. Bruchalski's initial distancing from Catholic faith arose from cultural pressures and situational ethics taught during his education.
- This led to rationalizing abortion and contraception as controlled medical responses aligned with societal norms.
Brutality Hardens Providers' Hearts
- The physical brutality of abortion deeply affects providers, causing many to leave the practice.
- Language and ideology often mask the violence but cannot erase the emotional and physical toll on abortionists.