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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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About Brianna Bell

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.

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