by Angela J Herrington MA, LSCC | Blog, toxic religion
 Gaslighting is a form of psychological manipulation where the abuser makes the victim question their reality, memories, and sanity. Gaslighting is abuse. Unfortunately, it’s not limited to romantic relationships or friendships; it can also happen within...
by Angela J Herrington MA, LSCC | Blog, Christian Feminist, Deconstructing Faith, Patriarchy, toxic religion, Women in Leadership
Deconstructing your faith is a complex process that can be difficult to navigate, especially when you’re in a committed relationship with someone who doesn’t share your doubts and questions. It’s not easy to reconcile differing beliefs, but...
by Angela J Herrington MA, LSCC | Blog, Deconstructing Faith
“If you are finding yourself in the middle of deconstruction and trying to figure out how to handle it with kids, I hope you know you aren’t alone. Challenging and questioning your faith is a big journey, and deconstructing your faith while parenting makes...
by Angela J Herrington MA, LSCC | toxic religion
Spirituality can be powerful and fulfilling, but unfortunately, when we are surrounded by toxic religious communities, legalism can overwhelm a healthy faith. And let’s get real for a second. Legalism is like a pesky mosquito buzzing around your ear, and...
by Angela J Herrington MA, LSCC | Blog, Deconstructing Faith, toxic religion
It seems like a no-brainer that a religion founded on a commandment to “love your neighbor as yourself” would be inclusive, but sadly, that’s just not the case. The question of whether or not God supports the queer community is a divisive topic...
