No Small Endeavor with Lee C. Camp 193: Unabridged Interview: Nadia Bolz-Weber
Jan 31, 2025
Nadia Bolz-Weber, an ordained Lutheran pastor and bestselling author, shares her transformative journey after leaving Christian Fundamentalism. She discusses the dualistic thinking present in both religious and secular activism. Nadia reflects on the healing power of community singing and the impact of grief from losing her nephew. She emphasizes compassion in recovery and the importance of authenticity in a public life. Throughout the conversation, she advocates for emotional intelligence and inclusive communities that embrace vulnerability.
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Leaving the Church
- Nadia Bolz-Weber left her childhood church at 16 due to several factors.
- These included conflicting beliefs and a growing substance use issue.
Dualistic Thinking
- Nadia Bolz-Weber realized that leaving fundamentalism wasn't just about changing communities but changing a mindset.
- Dualistic thinking, or seeing things in black and white, was the core issue.
Internet's Impact
- The internet, while seemingly connecting, has increased division and siloed thinking.
- This is driven by greed, the pursuit of self-righteousness, and addictive algorithms.
