Leaving the Fold

By Dr. Marlene Winell

Leaving the Fold is a longstanding classic for individuals leaving fundamentalist or controlling religious communities. She addresses the emotional and psychological challenges of this transition. Through personal stories and sound therapeutic exercises, it helps readers reclaim autonomy, heal from spiritual trauma, and reclaim life beyond religion.

WHY WE RECOMMEND:
This is the OG religious trauma book. It is a comprehensive manual on leaving and healing from religion.

NOTES:
Dr. Winell is a former Christian Fundamentalist, however the book will translate well to anyone who is recovering after leaving religion.

YEAR PUBLISHED: 1988
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