In this season finale episode, Scot and Ally discuss the residue that remains in their lives after leaving high-control groups. They reflect on the “positive” residue of skills learned within their high-control groups as well as the residue of trauma that they still cope with. They explore the loss of identity and the struggle to find a sense of self outside of the cult. Scot and Ally also discuss the struggles and complexities of leaving and how they found closure.

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Hosts discuss detoxing and recovering from their experiences with high-demand, high-control groups and their faith journey after the cult.

In this episode, Scot and Ally discuss the process of picking up the pieces on the other side of high control religion. They explore the feelings and emotions experienced after leaving cult-like groups, including the loss of community and identity. They also discuss the importance of grieving and lamenting the losses while also finding gratitude for any positive aspects of the experience. They emphasize the importance of self-reflection, seeking therapy, and finding support groups.

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In this episode, Ally and Scot discuss their experience of leaving cults. Scot shares about leaving the United Pentecostal Church (UPC), which he was born into. Ally's experience of leaving the UPC was more combative, as her entire church left due to disagreements with the organization's teachings. Ally and Scot share personal stories and offer advice for those who have experienced high-control groups. They also address the consequences of leaving, including being labeled as bitter and the loss of relationships. They emphasize the importance of recognizing unhealthy practices and questioning beliefs. They also discuss the appeal of charismatic leaders and the deceptive tactics they employ. The episode highlights the abusive history of Mike Bickle and the International House of Prayer (IHOPKC) as an example of how charismatic leaders can deceive their followers. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the cult-like nature of multi-site churches and the reduction of people to consumers in the cult of capitalism.

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