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292: What if a shocking lie revealed your inner truth?
Oct 3, 2023
A woman with a severe eating disorder and addiction finds inspiration in the strength of a religious community and a woman who has beaten the odds, but when the illusions begin to crumble, a deeper source of strength emerges. They discuss authoritarian upbringing, struggling with an eating disorder, the influence of Amanda C. Riley, betrayal, deception, and redemption. Contact information for Lindsey Wilder and podcast recommendations are also provided.
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- The speaker's deceptive childhood and idolization of Amanda highlights the impact of trauma on mental health.
- Finding solace in religion and embracing personal healing, the speaker learns to trust again and help others.
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Childhood Trauma and the Mask of Perfection
The speaker reflects on their deceptive childhood where their family appeared perfect from the outside, but harbored authoritarianism and punishment behind closed doors. The speaker developed anxiety and coping mechanisms, such as leaving their body, to survive the constant fear. They also endured heavy misogyny, feeling pressured to grow up to be sexy. The speaker found solace in caring for their younger brother and sought validation through their relationship with Amanda, who they idolized for her resilience against cancer. However, Amanda turned out to be a fraud, leading the speaker to question trust and their own struggles.
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