Dr. John Vervaeke

Sacredness After Deconstruction

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May 16, 2025
Britt Hartley, a certified spiritual director and expert in secular spirituality, shares her insights on navigating faith and nihilism from her unique perspective as a former Mormon. The discussion delves into the challenges of deconstructing beliefs while emphasizing the importance of community and personal meaning. Hartley highlights the transformative journey from nihilism to spirituality, advocating for playfulness and curiosity in spiritual practices. The conversation also addresses the complexities of gender in spirituality and the need for inclusive approaches tailored to individual experiences.
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ANECDOTE

Britt's Journey to Nihilism Coaching

  • Britt Hartley shares her journey from Mormon faith crisis to nihilism recovery coach.
  • She uses religious tools minus dogma to help people rebuild meaning after deconstruction.
INSIGHT

Religious Loss Deepens Nihilism

  • People raised secular may have resilience to nihilism, but those raised in religion can suffer a more dangerous plunge.
  • Losing an entire religious framework leaves one with no orientation or tools for meaning.
INSIGHT

Nihilism as Philosophical Question

  • Nihilists often ask if life is worth living without being actively suicidal.
  • Their struggle is a deep philosophical question not well addressed by standard therapy.
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