Are you new to faith deconstruction? I've been there and know it can be overwhelming. If you’re just getting started, and sorting out how to deconstruct your faith, then this is the perfect place to begin. You may have heard a lot of different things about what deconstruction means, but remember deconstruction
How to Deconstruct Your Faith this year is my list of 10 simple ways to invest in your faith deconstruction over the next 12 months.
Are you new to faith deconstruction? I've been there and know it can be overwhelming. If you’re just getting started, and sorting out how to deconstruct your faith, then this is the perfect place to begin. You may have heard a lot of different things about what deconstruction means, but remember deconstruction
Wonder if deconstructing your faith without losing family and friends, is even possible? The short answer is yes, sometimes, but it's complicated! Many people ask this question when they begin questioning their religious beliefs. In this blog post, we'll talk about strategies for keeping those relationships
Are you new to faith deconstruction? I've been there and know it can be overwhelming. If you’re just getting started, and sorting out how to deconstruct your faith, then this is the perfect place to begin. You may have heard a lot of different things about what deconstruction means, but remember deconstruction
Deconstruction often garners pushback from church leaders who cry "heretic!" But is deconstructing your faith biblical?
Reading books on a wide variety of topics is a key aspect of deconstructing your faith. I know it has been for me! Over the years, I’ve given and received many recommendations in this genre. Since I’m often asked for these resources, I decided to compile what I hope will be an evolving list that we, as a community,
Deconstructing your faith can seem like an overwhelming process to jump into, especially if you’ve spent much of your life embedded in Christian communities. There are a LOT of questions to ask and m
Reading books on a wide variety of topics is a key aspect of deconstructing your faith. I know it has been for me! Over the years, I’ve given and received many recommendations in this genre. Since I’m often asked for these resources, I decided to compile what I hope will be an evolving list that we, as a community,
Do you have someone in your life who is deconstructing and you aren't sure how to handle it? I hear you, and I've been there. Here's how Christians should respond to those deconstructing their faith.
Wonder if deconstructing your faith without losing family and friends, is even possible? The short answer is yes, sometimes, but it's complicated! Many people ask this question when they begin questioning their religious beliefs. In this blog post, we'll talk about strategies for keeping those relationships
A few days ago, a friend was lamenting the increasing number of people deconstructing their faith because she believed it took the focus off of Jesus. She’s not alone. Posts like hers from concerned Christians are definitely on the rise. One of the biggest misconceptions I see about deconstructing is that it is a
Deconstructing your faith means questioning the beliefs and practices you've been taught and dismantling the structures that have kept you boxed in. It means daring to explore new ideas, challenging the status quo, and reimagining what it means to be a person of faith.
Can we just say 2021 was rough for almost everyone? I don’t know about you but everyone I know is sliding into this New Year pretty worn out. It can be really challenging to close out hard seasons and move into the new year when there’s so much uncertainty. But it’s necessary because thinking about what happened
A few days ago, a friend was lamenting the increasing number of people deconstructing their faith because she believed it took the focus off of Jesus. She’s not alone. Posts like hers from concerned Christians are definitely on the rise. One of the biggest misconceptions I see about deconstructing is that it is a
You know I’m always on the lookout for new resources and faith deconstruction books to help you deconstruct that aren’t pushy or have hidden agendas to convert you to a specific belief system. Well, good news! I found another one! My friend, author Tiffany Yecke Brooks, Ph.D. just published a brand new book to help
Welcome to another exciting stop on my faith deconstruction podcast tour! This week's featured episode is my chat with Rachel BernsteinLMFT, host of the IndoctriNATION podcast! We had such a rich and encouraging conversation that I am thrilled to share this deconstructing faith podcast with you...But first... A
There’s something rotten in Denmark and exvangelicals are just over it, with good reason. Perhaps you’ve seen the reports from conservative research group Barna that 1 in 3 practicing Christians stopped attending church during the pandemic. A March 2021 article from Religion in Public stated 4-5.5% of the US
During deconstruction, many of us step back from attending church, but some events like funerals, weddings, and holiday celebrations draw us back into spaces that feel risky. So, what do you do when you 'need' to go, but your body is panicking, or you aren't sure what to say, how to act, or if you even
As a Faith Deconstruction Coach I meet a lot of people getting pushback about the questions they’re asking as they deconstruct their faith. There's a lot of people talking about it, so let's disfcuss if it's a good thing or something to be avoided.
Can we just say 2021 was rough for almost everyone? I don’t know about you but everyone I know is sliding into this New Year pretty worn out. It can be really challenging to close out hard seasons and move into the new year when there’s so much uncertainty. But it’s necessary because thinking about what happened
Deconstruction often garners pushback from church leaders who cry "heretic!" But is deconstructing your faith biblical?
We can’t talk about how to deconstruct your faith without talking about the urgent need for setting healthy boundaries. Why? Because toxic relationships and systems THRIVE when we have zero boundaries. When people start questioning and changing their beliefs, it sends little ripples out into their community.
Don't let deconstruction scary you. If we take Jesus seriously, it often becomes a necessary and healthy experience.
When the church is embedded in toxic religious culture, sometimes you have to leave the church to find God. if you, like me, have been hurt by the toxic doctrines, abuse, and just plain old meanness
Each year I create dozens of articles to help you deconstruct your faith but there are always a few that rise to the top because people absolutely love them! To help you find the best resources, I’ve compiled this quick list of the most read and shared articles from the last year. I know they’ll help you learn how
You know I’m always on the lookout for new resources and faith deconstruction books to help you deconstruct that aren’t pushy or have hidden agendas to convert you to a specific belief system. Well, good news! I found another one! My friend, author Tiffany Yecke Brooks, Ph.D. just published a brand new book to help
You know I’m always on the lookout for new resources and faith deconstruction books to help you deconstruct that aren’t pushy or have hidden agendas to convert you to a specific belief system. Well, good news! I found another one! My friend, author Tiffany Yecke Brooks, Ph.D. just published a brand new book to help
Deconstructing your faith is hard and can be even more complicated when you’re raising kids in the midst of your questioning. There are a lot of great books out there for adults, but it can be a l
Christians murdered, abused, and tried to erase native people and then told them it was all God's will. It's time we own what we did & listen to those who know how we can make it right.
We can’t talk about how to deconstruct your faith without talking about the urgent need for setting healthy boundaries. Why? Because toxic relationships and systems THRIVE when we have zero boundaries. When people start questioning and changing their beliefs, it sends little ripples out into their community.
Have you ever wondered if your church is immersed in toxic religion? Do you have a nagging feeling that something is off or wrong, but you can't put your finger on it? Sometimes, churches can be unhealthy and oppressive, and attending will do you more harm than good. The number one reason women walk away from the
During the COVID restrictions of 2020, and 2021, many evangelical leaders mistakenly believed that as soon as restrictions were lifted, there would be a revival in church attendance and a zeal for all things Christian. But that's the opposite of what happened. Because of the sharp drop, many pastors, and
We can’t talk about how to deconstruct your faith without talking about the urgent need for setting healthy boundaries. Why? Because toxic relationships and systems THRIVE when we have zero boundaries. When people start questioning and changing their beliefs, it sends little ripples out into their community.
