I talk about my messy experiences with secrecy, shame, and high-control religion (AKA cults). A newsletter for people exploring what breaks us, what heals us, and what helps us find peace along the way.
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I’m taking a pause, but I’ll be back
You may have noticed that I just paused the paid subscription option for my newsletter, Wandering.
What does that mean?
Simply put, while the subscription is paused, anyone who has a paid subscription will not be billed. (This will be...
Hayden Panettiere: Weaving a web of love, compassion and connection
Content Warning: This piece will be discussing the recent death of actress Hayden Panettiere, abuse, and the risks we take in telling our stories.
I woke up this morning really early. If you know me, you know my sleep is very important to...
I wrote a book about sex & religion and I'm afraid
Plus lots of insider info about the book release process and other fun things.
This summer has been a weird one. A lot is going on in my life—personally and professionally—and I can’t really share any of it in a public forum. As a person w...
Summer So Far...
And what I've been working on.
It’s hard to believe we are already approaching the end of July. If you’re in Canada, like me, that means we are nearly halfway through summer break.
Damsel in Destress: Trad Wife Recovery Takes Time
What does it look like to recover from a traditional marriage?
I’ve always wanted someone to take care of me—more specifically, I’ve wanted a big, strong man to rescue me.
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Former fundie blogger turned cult investigator. Bylines in The New York Times, The Guardian, The Globe & Mail, and more. Here you’ll find my unfiltered thoughts on finding hope and healing in a messy world.
Author of FAMISHED. Work in the New York Times, Slate, Lit Hub, Electric Literature, Joyland, etc. Award-winning teacher of English in higher ed for nearly 15 years. WVCN Literary Arts Fellow. Mom of 3.
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