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The Girl with the Duck Tattoo with Sarma Melngailis

In this episode, Sarma Melngailis discusses her journey from running a successful New York-based restaurant to being in a highly publicized scandal. Sarma shares her personal experiences of manipulation and betrayal by a coercive partner, reflecting on how her story was misrepresented in the Netflix docuseries 'Bad Vegan.' She opens up about the challenges of reclaiming her narrative through her memoir, which provides deeper insights into her experiences, serving as both a cautionary tale and a source of solace for others. Sarma also explores the psychological tactics used by her abuser, the betrayal by the media, and the importance of sharing her true story to help others understand and navigate similar situations. The discussion delves into the emotional and physiological aftermath of such traumatic events and the path towards healing and awareness. Sarma’s Links Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sarmamelngailishttps://linktr.ee/sarmamelngailis [https://linktr.ee/sarmamelngailis] Book: https://www.amazon.com/Girl-Duck-Tattoo-Memoir/dp/1544548982https://www.amazon.com/Girl-Duck-Tattoo-Memoir/dp/1544548982 [https://www.amazon.com/Girl-Duck-Tattoo-Memoir/dp/1544548982] Connect with us on social media: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/indoctrination⁠⁠ [https://linktr.ee/indoctrination] Watch full video episodes of IndoctriNation here: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNAi0T2hzH9dM029dkTfj635PzuXl67jS⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNAi0T2hzH9dM029dkTfj635PzuXl67jS] Support IndoctriNation on Patreon for exclusive bonus episodes and more:  https://www.patreon.com/indoctrination⁠ [https://www.patreon.com/indoctrination] Prefer to support the IndoctriNation show with a one-time donation? Use this link: https://www.paypal.biz/indoctriNATION [https://www.paypal.biz/indoctriNATIO] Restart and Restore: A Journal for Survivors of Manipulation:  https://a.co/d/1ssz4Rm [https://a.co/d/1ssz4Rm] Restart and Restore: Companion Notebook:  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FSCLTZN4 [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FSCLTZN4] Download Rachel’s Video Lectures and Webinars here: https://rachelbernsteintherapy.com/videos.html [https://rachelbernsteintherapy.com/videos.html] IndoctriNation is edited by The Podcast Consultant: ⁠https://thepodcastconsultant.com/about [https://thepodcastconsultant.com/about] Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]

BONUS PREVIEW: Attachment Styles and Cult Dynamics pt. 2

This is just a preview of our Patreon exclusive Bonus Episode. You can hear the full episode by becoming a member at:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.patreon.com/indoctrination [https://www.patreon.com/indoctrination]  In this Patreon exclusive bonus episode, Rachel Bernstein continues the discussion on attachment and attachment issues, focusing on common challenges faced by survivors of mistreatment, abandonment, and betrayal. The episode highlights behaviors such as fear of abandonment, anxious attachment, people-pleasing, and difficulty in trusting others. Strategies for developing secure attachment and maintaining healthy relationships are discussed, including practicing self-soothing, clear communication, and having a life outside the relationship. The importance of surrounding oneself with safe people and seeking support through counseling or support groups is also emphasized. The episode aims to provide listeners with tools and insights to better understand and manage their attachment styles. Connect with us on social media: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/indoctrination⁠⁠ [https://linktr.ee/indoctrination] Watch full video episodes of IndoctriNation here: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNAi0T2hzH9dM029dkTfj635PzuXl67jS⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNAi0T2hzH9dM029dkTfj635PzuXl67jS] Support IndoctriNation on Patreon for exclusive bonus episodes and more:  https://www.patreon.com/indoctrination⁠ [https://www.patreon.com/indoctrination] Prefer to support the IndoctriNation show with a one-time donation? Use this link: https://www.paypal.biz/indoctriNATION [https://www.paypal.biz/indoctriNATIO] Restart and Restore: A Journal for Survivors of Manipulation:  https://a.co/d/1ssz4Rm [https://a.co/d/1ssz4Rm] Restart and Restore: Companion Notebook:  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FSCLTZN4 [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FSCLTZN4] Download Rachel’s Video Lectures and Webinars here: https://rachelbernsteintherapy.com/videos.html [https://rachelbernsteintherapy.com/videos.html] IndoctriNation is edited by The Podcast Consultant: ⁠https://thepodcastconsultant.com/about [https://thepodcastconsultant.com/about] Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]

I Felt the End Before It Came with Daniel Allen Cox

In this episode, Rachel Bernstein interviews Daniel Allen Cox, author of 'I Felt The End Before It Came: Memoirs of a Queer Ex-Jehovah's Witness [https://www.amazon.com/Felt-End-Before-Came-Ex-Jehovahs/dp/0735242100].' Daniel shares his experiences growing up as a JW, the strict moral code, and the challenges he faced as a queer individual. He discusses the process of leaving the faith, the lack of support, and the journey towards self-acceptance and rebuilding his life. The conversation delves into the repeated failed predictions of Jehovah's Witnesses leaders, the emotional and social impact of being shunned, and the solidarity found outside the religious community. Daniel also talks about the writing of his memoir, the reception it received, and how it has created connections with others who have had similar experiences. Daniel’s Links Memoir: https://www.amazon.com/Felt-End-Before-Came-Ex-Jehovahs/dp/0735242100 [https://www.amazon.com/Felt-End-Before-Came-Ex-Jehovahs/dp/0735242100] Daniel’s Website https://www.danielallencox.net/ [https://www.danielallencox.net/] Connect with us on social media: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/indoctrination⁠⁠ [https://linktr.ee/indoctrination] Watch full video episodes of IndoctriNation here: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNAi0T2hzH9dM029dkTfj635PzuXl67jS⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNAi0T2hzH9dM029dkTfj635PzuXl67jS] Support IndoctriNation on Patreon for exclusive bonus episodes and more:  https://www.patreon.com/indoctrination⁠ [https://www.patreon.com/indoctrination] Prefer to support the IndoctriNation show with a one-time donation? Use this link: https://www.paypal.biz/indoctriNATION [https://www.paypal.biz/indoctriNATIO] Restart and Restore: A Journal for Survivors of Manipulation:  https://a.co/d/1ssz4Rm [https://a.co/d/1ssz4Rm] Restart and Restore: Companion Notebook:  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FSCLTZN4 [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FSCLTZN4] Download Rachel’s Video Lectures and Webinars here: https://rachelbernsteintherapy.com/videos.html [https://rachelbernsteintherapy.com/videos.html] IndoctriNation is edited by The Podcast Consultant: https://thepodcastconsultant.com/about [https://thepodcastconsultant.com/about] Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]

Recognizing Reality: Surviving a Buddhist Cult with Rachel Montgomery

In this episode, Rachel Bernstein interviews Rachel Montgomery, who recounts her harrowing journey as a survivor of a cult and sexual abuse within a Buddhist community. She describes how she was drawn into the group, the manipulative practices of the leader, and the emotional and psychological challenges she faced. She details the abuse she suffered under the guise of spiritual teachings, the devastating personal consequences, and the difficult path to recognizing the trauma for what it was. She outlines the process of seeking legal accountability, the resolution of her case, and how she has managed to reclaim her life. Her story is one of resilience, shedding light on the dark realities of cult manipulation and the arduous journey towards justice and healing. Heartwood organization: https://www.heartwoodcenter.com/meditation/survivors-program/ [https://www.heartwoodcenter.com/meditation/survivors-program/] McAllister Olivarius: https://mcolaw.com/ [https://mcolaw.com/] Connect with us on social media: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/indoctrination⁠⁠ [http://%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0https://linktr.ee/indoctrination%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0] Watch full video episodes of IndoctriNation here: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNAi0T2hzH9dM029dkTfj635PzuXl67jS⁠⁠ [http://%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNAi0T2hzH9dM029dkTfj635PzuXl67jS%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0] Support IndoctriNation on Patreon for exclusive bonus episodes and more:  https://www.patreon.com/indoctrination⁠ [https://www.patreon.com/indoctrination%E2%81%A0] Prefer to support the IndoctriNation show with a one-time donation? Use this link: https://www.paypal.biz/indoctriNATION [https://www.paypal.biz/indoctriNATION] Restart and Restore: A Journal for Survivors of Manipulation:  https://a.co/d/1ssz4Rm [https://a.co/d/1ssz4Rm] Restart and Restore: Companion Notebook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FSCLTZN4 [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FSCLTZN4] Download Rachel’s Video Lectures and Webinars here: https://rachelbernsteintherapy.com/videos.html [https://rachelbernsteintherapy.com/videos.html] IndoctriNation is edited by The Podcast Consultant: https://thepodcastconsultant.com/about [https://thepodcastconsultant.com/about] Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]

BONUS PREVIEW: Attachment Styles and Cult Dynamics pt. 1

This is just a preview of our Patreon exclusive Bonus Episode. You can hear the full episode by becoming a member at:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.patreon.com/indoctrination [https://www.patreon.com/indoctrination]  This Patreon exclusive episode informs on the topic of attachment styles, particularly focusing on how cults and controlling relationships undermine healthy attachment. Rachel Bernstein examines different attachment styles: secure, anxious, avoidant, and disorganized, and links them to early caregiver interactions and trauma. The discussion covers how cults intentionally disrupt these attachments, creating trauma bonds that complicate the process of leaving and recovering from such environments. The episode concludes with insights into the challenges survivors face in forming healthy relationships and reconnecting with loved ones. Connect with us on social media: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/indoctrination⁠⁠ [https://linktr.ee/indoctrination] Watch full video episodes of IndoctriNation here: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNAi0T2hzH9dM029dkTfj635PzuXl67jS⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNAi0T2hzH9dM029dkTfj635PzuXl67jS] Support IndoctriNation on Patreon for exclusive bonus episodes and more:  https://www.patreon.com/indoctrination⁠ [https://www.patreon.com/indoctrination] Prefer to support the IndoctriNation show with a one-time donation? Use this link: https://www.paypal.biz/indoctriNATION [https://www.paypal.biz/indoctriNATIO] Restart and Restore: A Journal for Survivors of Manipulation:  https://a.co/d/1ssz4Rm [https://a.co/d/1ssz4Rm] Restart and Restore: Companion Notebook:  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FSCLTZN4 [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FSCLTZN4] Download Rachel’s Video Lectures and Webinars here: https://rachelbernsteintherapy.com/videos.html [https://rachelbernsteintherapy.com/videos.html] IndoctriNation is edited by The Podcast Consultant: https://thepodcastconsultant.com/about [https://thepodcastconsultant.com/about] Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]