Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
About the Video
Jane was born into the New Life Centre in Christchurch, New Zealand, where teachings about demonic spirits, spiritual warfare, and fear shaped her childhood from the very beginning. In this episode of the Cult Survivor Series, she shares what it was like growing up inside the church, witnessing her first exorcism at a young age, and living under constant pressure to conform.
Jane also opens up about the devastating consequences her family faced when they chose to leave — including shame, isolation, and the loss of their entire community and support network.
This interview offers a deeply personal look into the lasting impact of high-control religious environments and the courage it takes to rebuild life outside them.
Jane's Resource Suggestions
"Leaving the Fold: A Guide for Former Fundamentalists and Others Leaving Their Religion" by Marlene Winells
"The Biology of Trauma: How the Body Holds Fear, Pain, and Overwhelm, and How to Heal It" by Aimie Apigian MD
YouTube Channel @BeliefItOrNot
Important Links
The BFG Website: blownforgood.com
The MJR Aftermath Foundation: theaftermathfoundation.org
The SP Shop: thespshop.com
#CultSurvivorSeries #ReligiousTrauma #CultSurvivor #Exvangelical #NewZealand #SurvivorStory #HighControlGroup #SpiritualAbuse
About the Video
Jane was born into the New Life Centre in Christchurch, New Zealand, where teachings about demonic spirits, spiritual warfare, and fear shaped her childhood from the very beginning. In this episode of the Cult Survivor Series, she shares what it was like growing up inside the church, witnessing her first exorcism at a young age, and living under constant pressure to conform.
Jane also opens up about the devastating consequences her family faced when they chose to leave — including shame, isolation, and the loss of their entire community and support network.
This interview offers a deeply personal look into the lasting impact of high-control religious environments and the courage it takes to rebuild life outside them.
Jane's Resource Suggestions
"Leaving the Fold: A Guide for Former Fundamentalists and Others Leaving Their Religion" by Marlene Winells
"The Biology of Trauma: How the Body Holds Fear, Pain, and Overwhelm, and How to Heal It" by Aimie Apigian MD
YouTube Channel @BeliefItOrNot
Important Links
The BFG Website: blownforgood.com
The MJR Aftermath Foundation: theaftermathfoundation.org
The SP Shop: thespshop.com
#CultSurvivorSeries #ReligiousTrauma #CultSurvivor #Exvangelical #NewZealand #SurvivorStory #HighControlGroup #SpiritualAbuse
