Escaping a Cult & Rewiring Her Mind: A Journey of Healing & Power with Lydia Knight

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What happens when everything you’ve been taught is built on fear, control, and silence? Lydia Knight grew up inside a cult led by her own grandmother, where trauma and manipulation shaped every part of her world. But she didn’t just escape—she rebuilt her mind, reclaimed her voice, and turned her pain into purpose.

In this powerful episode of The Right Room, Hilary Phelps sits down with Lydia to explore the deep psychological unraveling required to break free from harmful conditioning. They dive into:

🔹 The intense fear and programming Lydia had to unlearn

🔹 How neuroscience played a crucial role in her healing

🔹 The power of intuition & deprogramming from toxic beliefs

🔹 The societal pressures that keep women silent—and how to break through

🔹 Why reclaiming your worth is the ultimate act of empowerment

Lydia’s journey is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of healing. Whether you’ve experienced trauma, battled limiting beliefs, or are simply seeking a deeper understanding of self-liberation and empowerment, this episode will leave you inspired to rewrite your own story.

Listen now and step into The Right Room—where healing, truth, and power collide.

Sound Bites

• "I grew up in a cult."
• "I was always running from Satan worshipers."
• "I realized that this is not real."
• "The body keeps the score."
• "Doubt is an incredibly important tool."
• "Women can never win."
• "Choose your hard."
• "Don't wait to share your story."
• "Take action before you feel ready."
• "You are worthy of what you want."

Chapters

00:00
Introduction and Background

02:47
Growing Up in a Cult

05:59
The Process of Deprogramming

08:48
Intuition and Realization

11:54
Neuroscience of Healing

14:56
Breaking Cycles of Pain

18:04
The Impact of Trauma on Relationships

21:04
The She Center and Its Mission

23:53
Overcoming Eating Disorders

26:59
Cultural Programming and Patriarchy

29:31
The Power of Women's Voices

32:02
Choosing Your Hard: Embracing Change

34:45
Transforming Challenges into Contributions

36:37
The Journey of Sharing Personal Stories

40:06
Authenticity in Motherhood and Beyond

42:57
The Neuroscience of Shame and Healing

45:10
Grief and the Urgency of Sharing Stories

48:02
Empowerment Through Action and Worthiness

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