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May 28, 2025 • 59 mins

takeaways

  • Lauren's required reading is 'Life of Pi' for its depth.
  • 'Grapes of Wrath' illustrates systemic evil in society.
  • Growing up in a fundamentalist bubble shaped her faith.
  • Trauma led to a painful deconstruction of her beliefs.
  • Emotional prosperity gospel can distort faith expectations.
  • Therapy was a crucial step in her healing process.
  • Traveling to India was a leap of faith for her.
  • Cultural immersion helped her rebuild trust.
  • Trusting oneself is a vital part of recovery.
  • Vulnerability is essential for self-acceptance. Cultural connections can lead to profound moments of acceptance.
  • Alienation in evangelicalism can hinder personal healing.
  • Family dynamics often influence our ability to confront pain.
  • Transformative experiences can occur in mundane settings.
  • Liminal spaces encourage open-handed living and receptivity.
  • Reincarnation offers a different perspective on death and rebirth.
  • Travel fosters humility and a sense of wonder.
  • Navigating relationships requires understanding and compassion.
  • Certainty can be found in embracing uncertainty.
  • Deconstruction is a unique journey that requires patience and self-affirmation.

Chapters:

  • Introduction and Warm Welcome
  • Literary Influences and Required Reading
  • Faith Foundations and Deconstruction
  • Trauma and the Crisis of Faith
  • Therapy and the Journey to Healing
  • Traveling to India: A Leap of Faith
  • Cultural Immersion and Trust Building
  • Rebuilding Trust in Oneself
  • Embracing Vulnerability and Self-Acceptance
  • Cultural Connections and Acceptance
  • The Alienation of Self in Evangelicalism
  • The Impact of Family and Community on Healing
  • Transformative Moments in Mundane Spaces
  • Liminal Spaces and Open-Handed Living
  • Reincarnation and Cycles of Life
  • Traveling and Humility
  • Navigating Relationships Through Change
  • Finding Certainty in Uncertainty
  • Embracing the Journey of Deconstruction

Links:

Website: https://laurencibene.com/

Substack: https://laurencibene.substack.com/?ref=website

Book: Tiger in a Lifeboat

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