Tia Leving's Harrowing Escape From the Christian Patriarchy
In today’s episode, we sit down with
, author of A Well-Trained Wife.Tia takes us through her harrowing journey within the Quiverfull movement—a life governed by a strict and secretive set of rules designed to uphold Christian Patriarchy. From the outside, her family's lifestyle might have appeared wholesome, but behind closed doors, it was a world of discipline, isolation, and unspoken suffering.
Tia's memoir is a raw and compelling account of her struggle to protect her children and her eventual decision to break free from the oppressive constraints of her past. Her story is both poignant and powerful, offering a deep dive into the impact of extreme religious views on personal and family life.
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In this episode, we cover:
Tia's early experiences within the church
The impact of fundamentalism and trauma
How to recognize red flags in controlling environments
The challenge of living under extreme religious doctrines
And much more
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