Christianity is mythology and you dont need a savior - Janine Harris Harmonic Atheist 2026-09-19 | Christianity is mythology and you dont need a savior - Janine Harris
Rebuilding my life after leaving a high-control religion - Deanna Moore Harmonic Atheist 2025-09-19 | Today I spoke with Deanna Moore, who grew up as a Jehovah's Witness but ultimately deconverted as the truth claims of the JWs fell apart.We touched on many topics, including:• Growing in a fifth-generation hardcore JW family• Doing extensive pioneering and missions work from an early age.• Going through three difficult marriages shaped and affected in various ways by the impact of the cult on her.• Receiving constant pressure from the church to do "just a little bit more" for Jehovah.• Being urged to share her faith not just as a way to recruit new converts but also to reinforce her faith.• Racing on the treadmill of constantly trying to earn salvation and to love herself while she sees herself as innately bad.• Being indoctrinated with the concept of universal JW sovereignty.• Feeling like she was putting off her entire life for the afterlife and Paradise.• Enduring the process of being disfellowshipped and shunned.• Realizing that religions place blame on humans but never on the worldview and doctrines so that they can perpetually defend the belief system, holy book, and authority figures.• Facing the reality head-on that JWs are manipulating and spiritually abusing people en masse.• Developing a new post-religion identity and life dynamics regarding things like non-religious friendships, education, politics, money, and sexuality.• Seeing how the hyper-isolation of the JW cult leads people to ignore red flags in relationships.• After leaving the cult, feeling like life finally made sense and that she could flourish.Many thanks to Deanna for sharing her story!_________________________________________Connect with Deanna!On YouTube@CultToFreedomand @ManifestingMinds On TikTok:On Facebook:facebook.com/HealingSoulsNLP_________________________________________Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________Ending music by Kazuya / Eyal Raz, "Friends"artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/friends/2825youtube.com/watch?v=4qbqNO6DdAQ_________________________________________
In these crazy times, STAY FOCUSED Harmonic Atheist 2025-09-14 | Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________Ending music by Kazuya / Eyal Raz, "Friends"artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/friends/2825youtube.com/watch?v=4qbqNO6DdAQ_________________________________________
In Christianity we say, Jesus is love personified Harmonic Atheist 2025-09-13 | Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________Ending music by Kazuya / Eyal Raz, "Friends"artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/friends/2825youtube.com/watch?v=4qbqNO6DdAQ_________________________________________
The long and painful journey out of Christianity is worth it - Dustin Curlee Harmonic Atheist 2025-09-12 | Today I spoke with Dustin Curlee, who placed his faith in Jesus as a young man, but ultimately deconverted as the truth claims of Christianity fell apart.We touched on many topics, including:• Growing up in a home where love was very conditional, which left him predisposed to be attracted to the supposedly unconditional love in religion.• Placing his faith in Jesus as his Savior during a vulnerable time in his life when he desperately needed support and community.• Finding his comfort zone in legalism and holiness as a way to thank god for rescuing him.• Seeing himself as being in a large-scale spiritual battle where angels and demons were fighting for his soul.• Enjoying the appeal of systematic theology and feeling like he was able to make sense of theology and have a consistent worldview.• Becoming a pastor of a Reformed home church but eventually being accused of heterodoxy as he asked hard questions.• Having increasing questions about the Bible and Bible interpretation, and finding Christian answers to be increasingly weak and poorly thought out.• Realizing that theology and doctrine cultivate sociopathic mentalities where people become less concerned about their fellow humans and more concerned about theological ideas and interpretations at all costs.• Seeing through the sophistry and rhetoric of Christianity.• Entering a depression for a season as he was exiting Christianity.• Feeling relief when he realized he was an atheist and no longer had to try to make Christianity seem rational.• The beauty of raising kids with their autonomy intact and without threats of hell.Many thanks to Dustin for sharing his story!_________________________________________Connect with Dustin!Amazonamazon.com/stores/Dustin-Curlee/author/B097KSKNT6YouTube: @BirdsofaFeatherAD _________________________________________Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________Ending music by Kazuya / Eyal Raz, "Friends"artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/friends/2825youtube.com/watch?v=4qbqNO6DdAQ_________________________________________
In Christianity we say, Every knee will bow and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord Harmonic Atheist 2025-09-08 | Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________#inpoetrywesay#inchristianitywesay#inatheismwesay#christianityisacult#leavingthecultofchristianit#christianityismythology
In Christianity we say, Jesus says, Depart from me, I never knew you. Harmonic Atheist 2025-09-08 | Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________Ending music by Kazuya / Eyal Raz, "Friends"artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/friends/2825youtube.com/watch?v=4qbqNO6DdAQ_________________________________________
In Christianity we say, Every choice has eternal consequences Harmonic Atheist 2025-09-07 | Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________#inpoetrywesay#inchristianitywesay#inatheismwesay#christianityisacult#leavingthecultofchristianit#christianityismythology
In Christianity we say, “Blessed are those who have not seen and yet still believe Harmonic Atheist 2025-09-07 | Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________#inpoetrywesay#inchristianitywesay#inatheismwesay#christianityisacult#leavingthecultofchristianit#christianityismythology
In Christianity we say, Only Jesus can take away your guilt Harmonic Atheist 2025-09-07 | Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________#inpoetrywesay#inchristianitywesay#inatheismwesay#christianityisacult#leavingthecultofchristianit#christianityismythology
In Christianity we say, Come to me, all who are weary, and I will give you rest Harmonic Atheist 2025-09-06 | Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________#inpoetrywesay#inchristianitywesay#inatheismwesay#christianityisacult#leavingthecultofchristianit#christianityismythology
In Christianity we say, Give your life to Christ Harmonic Atheist 2025-09-06 | Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________#inpoetrywesay#inchristianitywesay#inatheismwesay#christianityisacult#leavingthecultofchristianit#christianityismythology
In Christianity we say, Those of you who deconverted from Christianity were never really saved Harmonic Atheist 2025-09-01 | Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________#inpoetrywesay#inchristianitywesay#inatheismwesay#christianityisacult#leavingthecultofchristianit#christianityismythology
In Christianity we say, god has a wonderful plan for your life Harmonic Atheist 2025-08-30 | Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________#inpoetrywesay#inchristianitywesay#inatheismwesay#christianityisacult#leavingthecultofchristianit#christianityismythology
In Christianity we say, There is no hope apart from Jesus Harmonic Atheist 2025-08-30 | Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________#inpoetrywesay#inchristianitywesay#inatheismwesay#christianityisacult#leavingthecultofchristianit#christianityismythology
In Christianity we say, We are NOT a cult Harmonic Atheist 2025-08-30 | Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________#inpoetrywesay#inchristianitywesay#inatheismwesay#christianityisacult#leavingthecultofchristianit#christianityismythology
In Christianity we say, We have NOTHING to lose, but atheists have EVERYTHING to lose Harmonic Atheist 2025-08-30 | Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________#inpoetrywesay#inchristianitywesay#inatheismwesay
In Christianity we say, The fool has said in his heart, There is no god. Harmonic Atheist 2025-08-29 | Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________#inpoetrywesay#inchristianitywesay#inatheismwesay
In Christianity we say, Id like to testify to how god saved me Harmonic Atheist 2025-08-29 | Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________#inpoetrywesay#inchristianitywesay#inatheismwesay
In Christianity we say, You need a scapegoat. Harmonic Atheist 2025-08-28 | Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________#inenglishwesay #inpoetrywesay#inchristianitywesay#inatheismwesay
In Christianity we say, We love our children Harmonic Atheist 2025-08-28 | Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________#inenglishwesay #inpoetrywesay#inchristianitywesay#inatheismwesay_________________________________________
In Christianity we say, You need someone’s blood to be shed for your forgiveness Harmonic Atheist 2025-08-27 | Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________#inpoetrywesay#inchristianitywesay#inatheismwesay#christianityisacult#leavingthecultofchristianit#christianityismythology
In Christianity, we say, “You are born sinful Harmonic Atheist 2025-08-27 | Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________#inenglishwesay #inpoetrywesay#inchristianitywesay#inatheismwesay_________________________________________
I left the faith and never looked back - Micki McAllen Harmonic Atheist 2025-08-27 | Today I spoke with Micki McAllen, who grew up as a Jehovah's Witness but ultimately deconverted as the truth claims of the JWs and other forms of Christianity fell apart.We touched on many topics, including:• Growing up hearing threatening messages about Armageddon and annihilation if she did not believe and fully obey Jehovah.• Being urged to see Jehovah as her heavenly father.• Never feeling like she was measuring up or good enough as a JW.• At the start of the Covid lockdown, feeling scared that the end of the world was imminent, but as it went on, starting to pause and reflect on her beliefs in depth.• How the JW "end times" theology leaves people always afraid they are going to fall away and miss out on Paradise.• How JWs keep their people stuck in a "FOG" of Fear, Obligation, and Guilt.• Being taught strict gender roles and expectations that created an atmosphere of abuse, especially in light of their requirement to have two witnesses to a crime before it was taken seriously.• Realizing that the JWs protect and enable abusers.• How the JW culture creates a tattle-tale as well as a self-policing environment, where members are encouraged and required to tell the elders about any sin they see in others or commit themselves, leaving everyone feel like everyone else is watching them.• How JW culture leads people to lead double lives.• Dismantling the purity culture, patriarchy, misogyny, and racism that was inherent in the JW worldview.• Enjoying the freedom of no longer being shackled by the mythology of religion and rediscovering the beauty of life and we reclaim our identities.• Building yourself up and learning to trust yourself, post-deconversion.Many thanks to Micki for sharing her story!_________________________________________Connect with MickiOn IG, tiktok, and YouTube @ApostateBarbie _________________________________________Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________Ending music by Kazuya / Eyal Raz, "Friends"artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/friends/2825youtube.com/watch?v=4qbqNO6DdAQ_________________________________________
Lets talk about YOUR LIFE for a while Harmonic Atheist 2025-08-23 | Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________Ending music by Kazuya / Eyal Raz, "Friends"artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/friends/2825youtube.com/watch?v=4qbqNO6DdAQ_________________________________________
I no longer want a faith that is just a coping mechanism - Liz Mall Harmonic Atheist 2025-08-06 | Today I spoke with Liz Mall, who placed her faith in Jesus as a child but ultimately deconstructed as the truth claims of Christianity fell apart.We touched on many topics, including:• Being raised as a Christian but still questioning the existence of god very early in life.• Facing questions of nihilism, existential dread, and depression in her childhood.• Deepening her faith and moving into apologetics to be able to better defend her faith.• Realizing she was not a conservative believer anymore as she dug into topics like evolution and canonicity.• The importance of wanting the truth than our current worldview.• Deconstructing the concepts of transcendent truth and ultimate reality.• Creating a worldview based on what is true and beautiful, rather than what is just a culturally acquired coping mechanism.• Having the humility to doubt god and say, "I don't know."• Thinking through the benefits and liabilities of mythology as we shape our worldviews.• Concurrently embracing nihilism, meaning, and beauty at the same time as we find ways to live with personal purpose while recognizing that there is no transcendent purpose in life.Many thanks to Liz for sharing her story!_________________________________________Connect with Liz:https://linktr.ee/deconstructingthemythIG: @deconstructingthemythPodcasts: @deconstructingthemyth YouTube: @DeconstructingtheMyth _________________________________________Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________Ending music by Kazuya / Eyal Raz, "Friends"artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/friends/2825youtube.com/watch?v=4qbqNO6DdAQ_________________________________________
Stop the shunning!!! - Bethany Leger Harmonic Atheist 2025-08-01 | Today I spoke with Bethany Leger, who grew up as a Jehovah's Witness but ultimately deconverted as the truth claims of the JWs and other forms of Christianity fell apart.We touched on many topics, including:• Being urged, from the earliest days to commit her entire life to the Watchtower's authority.• Seeing how JWs trap young believers through baptism followed by the threat of extreme shunning if they ever leave.• Experiencing severely conditional love from JWs, including family.• Facing intense nonstop legalism that requires total obedience or else the outcome of Armageddon and annihilation.• Being told that she and all the other JWs were happy, yet in reality seeing the church full of unhappy, unhealthy, miserable people.• Finding her doubts getting louder and being unable to suppress the cognitive dissonance as she realized she was being manipulated and systematically brainwashed.• Hearing the church leaders publicly blame and shame people struggling with depression.• Starting to do an in-depth investigation of the JWs and clearly seeing their cult traits and tactics.• No longer being willing to pretend she believed or was happy as a JW.• Realizing that JWs run the organization by fear, obligation, and guilt.• Escaping the cult, being discarded by them, and facing long-term shunning.• Reclaiming her identity and working to end the practice of shunning.Many thanks to Bethany for sharing her story!_________________________________________Connect with Bethany!youtube.com/@stoptheshunning/videosbethanylegercom.wordpress.comIG: @BethanylegerwriterBethany's book, "Physically In, Mentally Out: Navigating Your Exit from Watchtower"amazon.com/Physically-Mentally-Out-Navigating-Watchtower/dp/B088BDKF91_________________________________________Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________Ending music by Kazuya / Eyal Raz, "Friends"artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/friends/2825youtube.com/watch?v=4qbqNO6DdAQ_________________________________________
Deconstruction / Deconversion Q&A - The Unraveler Show with Alan Bondar Harmonic Atheist 2025-07-22 | I was recently honored to join Alan Bondar and a roundtable of guests to do a deconstruction / deconversion Q&A.The original video is here:youtube.com/watch?v=Xv0HBt6E_Q8Please subscribe to Alan's channel and support his great work! @TheUnravelerAB Get Alan's book:How to Kill God the Easy Way: https://a.co/d/d1MsnxhSubscribe to Jen's channel: @AnswersFromJenesis Subscribe to Jacob's channel: @History-Valley _________________________________________Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________Ending music by Kazuya / Eyal Raz, "Friends"artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/friends/2825youtube.com/watch?v=4qbqNO6DdAQ_________________________________________
Raised in FICTION, freed by TRUTH - Zernul Shackleford, Jr. Harmonic Atheist 2025-07-22 | Today I spoke with Zernul Shackelford, Jr. who grew up exposed to Christianity but was able to avoid being indoctrinated by it as the truth claims of Christianity fell apart for him from the earliest days of childhood.We touched on many topics, including:• Seeing that Christianity is just a fear-based system that conditions people to believe through the threat of hell.• Rejecting the idea that questioning god or faith is a sign of weakness or rebellion.• Understanding how religion weaponizes guilt to maintain control over people and punishing them for simply being human.• Calling out the inconsistency in church teachings compared to the lived reality of its followers.• Observing how Black churches in particular often prioritize showmanship over substance.• Departing from Christianity not as an act of rebellion but of honesty.• Starting over on his spiritual journey by reclaiming his thought life and his personal agency.• Recognizing that the love preached by churches comes with conditions and fear-based obligations.• Using his voice and talents to raise awareness of how the Christian worldview is false and toxic.Many thanks to Zernul for sharing his story and insights!_________________________________________Connect with Zernul:darquesyde.comfacebook.com/darquesydeofdlyteimdb.com/name/nm1311324_________________________________________Mentioned in this video:Darante Lamar's channel: @DaranteLaMar _________________________________________Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistZelle email: harmonicatheist@yahoo.comGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________Ending music by Kazuya / Eyal Raz, "Friends"artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/friends/2825youtube.com/watch?v=4qbqNO6DdAQ_________________________________________
I am reclaiming my life from Christianity - Diane Green Harmonic Atheist 2025-07-11 | Today I spoke with Diane Green, who placed her faith in Jesus as a young adult but ultimately deconverted as the truth claims of Christianity fell apart.We touched on many topics, including:• Not growing up in a Christian household but starting to go to church as a young adult.• Enduring the trauma of an abusive marriage.• Going to prison briefly, reading the Bible there, and committing her life to Jesus.• Starting to question the validity of the New Testament, followed by questioning to validity of the Old Testament.• Deciding to elevate facts over faith, think critically and ask questions, and to get better educated about science as she re-shaped her worldview.• Realizing, from the story of Job, that the Yahweh character is not loving.• Rethinking slavery in the Bible as well as in recent history.• Deconverting from Christianity and reclaiming her life.• Enjoying her newfound freedom after escaping Christianity.Many thanks to Diane for sharing her story!_________________________________________Connect with Diane!@ReclaimingMyLife8 https://linktr.ee/Dianegreenreclaimingmylifemerch.comherbalkreations.comMentioned in this video:youtube.com/watch?v=iwqZoBgeuFE_________________________________________Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistZelle email: harmonicatheist@yahoo.comGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________Ending music by Kazuya / Eyal Raz, "Friends"artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/friends/2825youtube.com/watch?v=4qbqNO6DdAQ_________________________________________
On Monsters and Phantoms - H. G. Roberts Harmonic Atheist 2025-07-08 | C/W - Child sexual assault, brief discussion about suicide_________________________________________Today I spoke with H.G. Roberts, who grew up believing in Jesus but ultimately deconverted as the truth claims of Christianity fell apart.**More detailed notes coming soon._________________________________________Connect with H.G.!onmonstersandphantoms.comYouTube: @H.G.Roberts Amazon: amazon.com/Monsters-Phantoms-H-G-Roberts-ebook/dp/B0956K8WHF_________________________________________Mentioned in this video:My new channel, @WhenTheWorldWakesUp _________________________________________Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________Ending music by Kazuya / Eyal Raz, "Friends"artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/friends/2825youtube.com/watch?v=4qbqNO6DdAQ_________________________________________
Healing after deconversion - The Unraveler Show with Alan Bondar Harmonic Atheist 2025-06-29 | I was recently honored to join Alan Bondar and a roundtable of guests to discuss healing after deconversion. The original video is here:youtube.com/live/bTeOjh49CDcPlease subscribe to Alan's channel and support his great work!@TheUnravelerAB Get Alan's book:How to Kill God the Easy Way: https://a.co/d/d1MsnxhTo follow Tristan:@TristanG21 Books by Jamin:Dear Evangelicals: The Real Reasons People Are Exiting Church: https://a.co/d/cNJMJn4If I'm Really Honest: The Transparent Thought Life of a Reluctant Deconstructionist: https://a.co/d/ffdD80U_________________________________________Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistZelle email: harmonicatheist@yahoo.comGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________Ending music by Kazuya / Eyal Raz, "Friends"artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/friends/2825youtube.com/watch?v=4qbqNO6DdAQ_________________________________________
god never showed up in any real sense - Michael Beverly Harmonic Atheist 2025-06-25 | **My apologies for the audio issues on my side in this videoC/W - brief discussion of suicide ideation_________________________________________Today I spoke with Michael Beverly, who grew up believing in Jesus but ultimately deconverted as the truth claims of Christianity fell apart.We touched on many topics, including:• Recognizing that his former beliefs were inherited, not chosen, and needed to be courageously questioned.• The mental dissonance of being an intelligent, thoughtful person still defending irrational beliefs.• Realizing that belief in Jesus was largely built on emotional manipulation and fear-based tactics.• Acknowledging the immense psychological toll of constantly fearing hell and divine judgment.• Recounting how religious trauma created identity confusion and emotional suppression that took years to unwind.• Sharing the liberating experience of no longer having to justify suffering through theological gymnastics.• Embracing the idea that meaning and morality can thrive without religious frameworks or divine mandates.• Reflecting on the deep grief and simultaneous relief of realizing that god was not real.• After deconversion, reconstructing his life with intentionality and curiosity, not bitterness or cynicism.Many thanks to Michael for sharing his story!_________________________________________Connect with Michael!YouTube: @michaelsbeverly FB: facebook.com/MichaelBeverly1965X: https://x.com/michaelinGDL_________________________________________Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistZelle email: harmonicatheist@yahoo.comGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________Ending music by Kazuya / Eyal Raz, "Friends"artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/friends/2825youtube.com/watch?v=4qbqNO6DdAQ_________________________________________
I lost myself trying to be who they wanted me to be - Emily Maynard Harmonic Atheist 2025-06-18 | Apologies for the audio issues on my side throughout the video. --Tim_________________________________________Today I spoke with Emily Maynard, who grew up believing in Jesus but ultimately deconverted as the truth claims of Christianity fell apart.We touched on many topics, including:• Realizing that questioning the faith she was raised in is an amazing act of courage and integrity.• Reclaiming her autonomy after years of being told her desires, thoughts, and instincts were inherently sinful.• Recognizing that purity culture doesn’t protect us but instead teaches us to be ashamed of our body and disconnected from pleasure.• Understanding the psychological toll of being gaslit by spiritual authorities, where abuse is framed as love and doubt is condemned as rebellion.• Validating our own experiences and needs as a crucial step toward reclaiming our identities.• Embracing the complexity of belief and unbelief in the in-between spaces of deconstruction as we let go of certainty and live in the unknown.• Healing from internalized shame as we reparent ourselves and pursue a healthy worldview.• Honoring the long journey of self-discovery and giving ourselves permission to grieve what was lost.• Naming the grief that comes with leaving a faith community and acknowledging the real love and connection that once held you there.Many thanks to Emily for sharing her story!_________________________________________Connect with Emily!emilymaynardtherapy.comIG: @emilymaynardlmft_________________________________________Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistZelle email: harmonicatheist@yahoo.comGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________Ending music by Kazuya / Eyal Raz, "Friends"artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/friends/2825youtube.com/watch?v=4qbqNO6DdAQ_________________________________________
This is My Why Harmonic Atheist 2025-06-11 | Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistZelle email: harmonicatheist@yahoo.comGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________Ending music by Kazuya / Eyal Raz, "Friends"artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/friends/2825youtube.com/watch?v=4qbqNO6DdAQ_________________________________________
When doubt is no longer a problem to be solved - Sam Torode Harmonic Atheist 2025-06-09 | Today I spoke with Sam Torode, who grew up believing in Jesus but ultimately deconverted as the truth claims of Christianity fell apart.We touched on many topics, including:• Realizing that childhood indoctrination implanted terror at age three about eternal damnation.• Struggling for years to hear God’s voice and feeling inadequate for never experiencing closeness with god.• Recognizing that intellectual study of the Bible couldn’t resolve his mounting internal doubts.• Wrestling with guilt over not evangelizing, believing others' eternal fate was his responsibility.• Rejecting purity culture’s imposed split between natural human sexuality and imposed shame.• Encountering the mythological and literary roots of scripture and beginning to see the Bible as metaphor.• Being seduced by the aesthetic allure of Eastern Orthodoxy before being disillusioned by its legalism and hierarchy.• Deconverting from Christianity and reclaiming his life and identity.• Discovering psychedelic experiences as a catalyst for his first profound sense of spiritual connection.• Letting go of the need for theological certainty and embracing the vast, unknowable mystery of existence.• Understanding that raising children with autonomy and openness, not indoctrination, is the most ethical path forward.Many thanks to Sam for sharing his story!_________________________________________Connect with Sam!Sam's website: www.samtorode.comIG @samtorode FB: @SamTorodeBooks"The Dirty Parts of the Bible: A Graphic Novel"amazon.com/dp/B0CMCGCFDD Sam's music on YouTube: @SamTorode Sam's "Living from the Soul" podcast (2021-2022): youtube.com/@UC8y6w5KjUrDJs-4HxhQSUgw _________________________________________Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistZelle email: harmonicatheist@yahoo.comGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________Ending music by Kazuya / Eyal Raz, "Friends"artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/friends/2825youtube.com/watch?v=4qbqNO6DdAQ_________________________________________
Yahwehs psychopathic split personality Harmonic Atheist 2025-06-03 | Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me and it gets you a discount)_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________Ending music by Kazuya / Eyal Raz, "Friends"artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/friends/2825youtube.com/watch?v=4qbqNO6DdAQ_________________________________________
Theres abundant life on the other side of deconversion - Jamal Luke Harmonic Atheist 2025-05-31 | Today I spoke with Jamal Luke, who grew up believing in Jesus but ultimately deconverted as the truth claims of Christianity fell apart.We touched on many topics, including:• Growing up in a high-control Christian environment that internalized rigid expectations around obedience and divine purpose.• Realizing the narrowness of his Christian identity, where his worth was measured by approval from the god character and fellow Christians.• Questioning the prosperity gospel’s empty promises after sacrificing deeply only to face job loss and abandonment by the Christian institution he served.• Deconstructing the illusion of divine calling and recognizing that the “god-ordained purpose” he had built his life around was just another a tool for control.• Seeing the psychological harm of Christian culture where failure was often treated as a sin against god.• Stepping into the unknown with no religious roadmap, yet a deep hunger for truth.• Reclaiming his power and choosing to define success on his own terms.• Reframing his identity outside the Christian worldview and choosing to see himself as worthy, capable, and whole without divine validation.• Healing from religious trauma by learning to separate his sense of self and fulfillment from the Christian worldview.• Empowering others with his story, showing that freedom, self-love, and transformation are worth everything it takes to get there.Many thanks to Jamal for sharing his story!_________________________________________Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistZelle email: harmonicatheist@yahoo.comGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________Ending music by Kazuya / Eyal Raz, "Friends"artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/friends/2825youtube.com/watch?v=4qbqNO6DdAQ_________________________________________
Come share your story! Harmonic Atheist 2025-05-30 | Not ready to do a 90-minute interview? Come on for just 5 minutes and share your story in a nutshell!The Streamyard link to join the Livestream will be put into Livestream chat when we get started._________________________________________Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me and it gets you a discount)_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________Ending music by Kazuya / Eyal Raz, "Friends"artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/friends/2825youtube.com/watch?v=4qbqNO6DdAQ_________________________________________
Christians are traumatized traumatizers (Pt. 4) Harmonic Atheist 2025-05-26 | Playlist link:youtube.com/playlist?list=PLV9jojlG6VGs1UDeicrgtAe0ccmxuyRdgEarlier parts:Pt 1 - youtu.be/cKktFvcHE6gPt 2 - youtu.be/eMbc0G2gz4wPt 3 - youtu.be/48VzpevQEII_________________________________________Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________Ending music by Kazuya / Eyal Raz, "Friends"artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/friends/2825youtube.com/watch?v=4qbqNO6DdAQ_________________________________________
How high control religion disconnects you from your body - Megan Von Fricken, LCSW Harmonic Atheist 2025-05-24 | Today I spoke with Megan Von Fricken, a licensed psychotherapist and religious harm recovery coach, about the ways high control religion creates a disconnect from the body and the effect of trauma on the nervous system.We touched on many topics, including:• Seeing the ways that high-functioning religious trauma hides beneath perfectionism and overachievement.• Recognizing that many Christian teachings promote disembodiment and shame.• Discovering that emotional suppression was taught as godliness but leads to detachment from self.• Thinking through the teaching that anger, especially toward authority figures, was deemed sinful and had to be suppressed.• Exploring the ways that trauma is stored in our bodies and affects our health in subtle but serious and even chronic ways.• Working through the aftermath of the anti-intellectualism of Christianity that discourages curiosity and critical thinking.• Understanding how memory and parts work, when handled well, can be deeply healing and reintegrating.• Learning to see pleasure, sexuality, and rest through new eyes after deconversion.• Reparenting yourself as an act of healing from religiously justified emotional neglect and abuse.• Connecting the dots of how political and cultural systems are actively reinforcing religious trauma, especially for LGBTQ+ individuals.• The importance of community and connection after deconversion from Christianity.Many thanks to Megan for sharing her story and insights!_________________________________________Connect with Megan!Join the Membership: Deepen your connection with others who are also rebuilding community post-religion by joining the Religious Harm Recovery Membership, a space with live group events and a community forum hosted and moderated by Megan.Normally $117/month but Harmonic Atheist YouTube listeners get a special rate of $87/month using the code: YOUTUBE87Now through July '25 there is a live event learning series going on called Reconnecting with Your Bodymembership.religiousharmrecovery.com/checkout/rhr-community-subscriptionAbout 1:1 Coaching: religiousharmrecovery.com/coachingThe free Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/religiousharmrecoveryHer website:religiousharmrecovery.comIG:@religious.harm.recoveryFB page:facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095273545685Mentioned in this video:My earlier interview with Megan:youtu.be/fvfR9VukCzIStar Wars Andor - Mon Mothma dancingyoutube.com/watch?v=XhfUNPoq-p0The flashing light app mentioned in this video is called "Lumenate."_________________________________________Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________Ending music by Kazuya / Eyal Raz, "Friends"artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/friends/2825youtube.com/watch?v=4qbqNO6DdAQ_________________________________________
The journey of rational wonder - Sasha Zouev Harmonic Atheist 2025-05-20 | Today I spoke with author Sasha Zouev, who grew up exposed to but never truly believing in Christianity as a worldview. He now helps others to think through their truth claims to be sure they are considering the evidence.We touched on many topics, including:• Learning that belief is often inherited, not discovered, which helps us reframe religion as culture, not truth.• Considering the afterlife as a gamble that includes the high emotional cost of faith-based living.• Realizing most Christians grieve death as if they don’t really believe, which reveals the deep cracks in their theological confidence and actual worldview.• Observing how morality thrives without gods and that divinity is not required for goodness.• Studying mythological parallels to Jesus that unveil the man-made architecture of the Christian gospel.• Reflecting on childhood indoctrination that allowed fear and fantasy to sabotage emotional development.• Questioning faith and opening the door to lifelong critical thinking,• Recognizing that "belonging" is weaponized in religious communities that easily replace actual connection with a fake one.• Facing the finality of death without illusion and having a deeper reverence for the present moment.• Accepting that meaning can be made, not given, and that we have the power to define and live a beautiful life.Many thanks to Sasha for sharing his story!_________________________________________Connect with Sasha:amazon.com/Tim-Giant-Teapot-Sasha-Zouev/dp/1916345174Anyone who wants to check out a free low-res e-book before they buy can email zouevkidsbooks@gmail.com and they will send you one.YouTube: @Zouev Kids Books IG: @zouev.kids.books_________________________________________Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________Ending music by Kazuya / Eyal Raz, "Friends"artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/friends/2825youtube.com/watch?v=4qbqNO6DdAQ_________________________________________
STRANGLEHOLD Harmonic Atheist 2025-05-17 | Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________Ending music by Kazuya / Eyal Raz, "Friends"artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/friends/2825youtube.com/watch?v=4qbqNO6DdAQ_________________________________________
Christians are traumatized traumatizers (Pt. 3) Harmonic Atheist 2025-05-16 | Playlist link:youtube.com/playlist?list=PLV9jojlG6VGs1UDeicrgtAe0ccmxuyRdgEarlier parts:Pt 1 - youtu.be/cKktFvcHE6gPt 2 - youtu.be/eMbc0G2gz4w_________________________________________Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________Ending music by Kazuya / Eyal Raz, "Friends"artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/friends/2825youtube.com/watch?v=4qbqNO6DdAQ_________________________________________
Christians are traumatized traumatizers (Pt. 2) Harmonic Atheist 2025-05-14 | Playlist link:youtube.com/playlist?list=PLV9jojlG6VGs1UDeicrgtAe0ccmxuyRdgEarlier parts:Pt. 1 - youtu.be/cKktFvcHE6g_________________________________________Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________Ending music by Kazuya / Eyal Raz, "Friends"artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/friends/2825youtube.com/watch?v=4qbqNO6DdAQ_________________________________________
APOSTATE: Someone who refuses to be controlled - Riley Harmonic Atheist 2025-05-14 | Today I spoke with Riley, who grew up as a Jehovah's Witness but ultimately deconverted as the truth claims of the JWs and other forms of Christianity fell apart.We touched on many topics, including:• Being deeply indoctrinated into the Jehovah's Witnesses, where he faced the nonstop pressure of religious conformity and intense academic-style study.• Having his life consumed by multiple weekly meetings, preparation, and witnessing, effectively discouraging career ambitions in favor of total religious devotion.• Despite his outward dedication, never feeling an emotional connection to Jehovah, in contrast to his mother's deep, visible commitment.• Staying in a believer for many decades due to mental conviction rather than heartfelt belief, despite constantly feeling like he was never good enough.• Experiencing his first serious misgivings about the religion's wisdom and teachings when he faced major life challenges and unhelpful counsel from JW elders.• Facing a major turning point during the COVID-19 pandemic, when apocalyptic fears from his JW upbringing triggered intense nightmares and psychological distress.• Finding the bravery to express his preference for love and humanity over religious salvation, which marked a pivotal emotional shift away from the JW worldview.• Being exposed to ex-JW content online and which moved him toward deconstruction and eventually a full rejection of the JW belief system.• After escaping the Jehovah's Witnesses, enduring homelessness, disfellowshipping, and estrangement from his mother due to the JW shunning policy.• Promoting the message that life outside of high-control religion is expansive, fulfilling, and worth embracing.Many thanks to Riley for sharing his story!_________________________________________Connect with Riley!YouTube: @Jexit2020 TikTok: @Jexit2020_________________________________________Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________Ending music by Kazuya / Eyal Raz, "Friends"artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/friends/2825youtube.com/watch?v=4qbqNO6DdAQ_________________________________________
Christians are traumatized traumatizers (Pt. 1) Harmonic Atheist 2025-05-10 | Playlist link:youtube.com/playlist?list=PLV9jojlG6VGs1UDeicrgtAe0ccmxuyRdgChristians are traumatized traumatizers (Pt. 1)_________________________________________Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________Ending music by Kazuya / Eyal Raz, "Friends"artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/friends/2825youtube.com/watch?v=4qbqNO6DdAQ_________________________________________
Bravely speak truth to power - Rev. Mariann Budde Harmonic Atheist 2025-05-08 | Today I spoke with Rev. Mariann Budde, who gave the homily at the national prayer service held on President Trump's Inauguration Day and spoke truth to power as she asked him to have mercy on those in the country who are now scared.We touched on many topics, including:• How communities of faith and of no faith can stand together in the fight to protect the marginalized and oppressed, despite those in power working aggressively to harm them.• Seeing that racism is being cloaked in the language of patriotism, and that white supremacy is at the core of much of the Trump administration's policies.• Naming racism for what it is and speaking boldly against it instead of being swept up in the rhetoric and propaganda or being guilty of complicity through silence.• The importance of opposing Christian nationalism and authoritarianism as we come to grips with our human tendency toward extreme tribalism.• Defending pluralism and democracy rather than letting religion be a weapon for cultural dominance.• Galvanizing our anger toward speaking up against injustice while giving ourselves space to lament the cultural erosion that is being orchestrated by the Trump administration.• What Jesus would do if he were here today -- and how the Trump administration would treat him.Many thanks to Rev. Budde for her public voice in these matters and for sharing her insights with us today!_________________________________________Connect with Rev. Budde:Her website is: www.mariannbudde.comedow.org/about/bishop-mariannamazon.com/stores/author/B00392XRW4/allbooks_________________________________________Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________Ending music by Kazuya / Eyal Raz, "Friends"artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/friends/2825youtube.com/watch?v=4qbqNO6DdAQ_________________________________________
Insight for living WITHOUT mythology - Chuck Swindoll Jr. Harmonic Atheist 2025-05-07 | Today I spoke with Chuck Swindoll Jr., who grew up believing in Jesus and spent many years in church ministry, but ultimately deconverted as the truth claims of Christianity fell apart.We touched on many topics, including:• Being deeply indoctrinated into Christianity from birth and never being exposed to alternative worldviews or critical thinking until adulthood.• Growing up with childhood faith that was a kind of imaginative indoctrination, where his relationship with Jesus was a cultivated internal narrative, heavily reinforced by community, repetition, and emotional manipulation.• Being terrified by the doctrine eternal hell, which instilled a deep, lifelong fear that failure to believe would result in eternal torment.• Deconstructing slowly as a result of physical suffering and psychedelic use, both of which catalyzed introspection and a reevaluation of previously unquestioned beliefs.• Finding that Christianity had replaced personal responsibility with spiritual dependence, where he had been led to hand off his morality, purpose, and self-image to the Christian god, stunting his psychological development and critical thought.• Facing a major fight with cancer, which became a philosophical and psychological awakening, forcing him to rethink the entirety of his life—body, mind, and spirit—and recognize the mental and emotional toxicity of his religious conditioning.• Realizing the psychological harm of believing you're a sinner and that internalizing that as part of your identity shapes your behavior in self-destructive ways.• Acknowledging that Christianity is a cult where questioning is discouraged, authority is obeyed without critique, and any deviation is equated with spiritual failure and damnation.• Despite the personal cost, leaving ministry and family expectations behind, choosing truth, self-awareness, and integrity over comfort and conformity.• Becoming a vocal advocate for psychological liberation and personal authenticity.Many thanks to Chuck for sharing his story!_________________________________________Connect with Chuck!YouTube:@chuckswindoll7792 amazon.com/Elucidating-Christianity-Heretics-Triangulating-Dysfunctional-ebook/dp/B09GX9WPD8/ref=sr_1_1_________________________________________Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________Ending music by Kazuya / Eyal Raz, "Friends"artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/friends/2825youtube.com/watch?v=4qbqNO6DdAQ_________________________________________
Christianity is a mind virus of deception and control - Jo-Ann Harmonic Atheist 2025-05-03 | Today I spoke with Jo-Ann, who grew up Catholic and eventually placed her faith in Jesus as her Savior, but ultimately deconverted as the truth claims of Christianity fell apart.We touched on many topics, including:• Growing up in a French Canadian Catholic home where church was a tradition rather than a personal relationship with a god.• As a child, praying with rosary beads and cherishing a crucifix keepsake.• In her teens, attending a charismatic retreat led by a nun that sparked a profound spiritual experience.• Attending a Pentecostal church that led her to an intense conversion and deep Bible study.• Serving as a worship leader and cell group mentor as she grew in her faith.• Embracing faith‑based politics by running for provincial office under the New Apostolic Reformation’s Seven Mountains strategy.• Becoming disillusioned as she witnessed financial exploitation and leadership hypocrisy within the church.• Starting to doubt end‑times prophecies and see through scriptural inconsistencies, which drove her to question fundamental Christian claims.• Becoming exposed to comparative mythology and many other ideas that further eroded her faith.• Finding her beliefs collapsing, leading to loneliness, alcohol use, and a deep identity crisis.• Briefly exploring the Hebrew Roots and Sacred Name movements before finding them similarly false.• Fully deconverting from Christianity and beginning to reclaim her identity.• Coming to see religious teachings as “mind viruses” implanted without evidence and passed on from victim to victim.• Recovering her sense of self by disentangling from constructs, roles, and rules that had defined her for decades, and identifying how people in society try to control each other.• Starting to help guide others through doubt toward honest exploration.Many thanks to Jo-Ann for sharing her story!_________________________________________Connect with Jo-Ann!YouTube - @jo-ann.mcfacts facebook.com/joann.mcfactsChuck Swindoll Jr's YouTube channel - @chuckswindoll7792 _________________________________________Your support for my channel, Harmonic Atheist, is very needed and appreciated!One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistZelle email: harmonicatheist@yahoo.comGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-tim-stay-full-time-on-harmonic-atheistMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistYou can also "Join" the Harmonic Atheist YT channel to get access to perks, which will be coming soon:youtube.com/channel/UCrPKXNg9PAL6bROvsaUFvAA/joinThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________Ending music by Kazuya / Eyal Raz, "Friends"artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/friends/2825youtube.com/watch?v=4qbqNO6DdAQ_________________________________________
Update from Tim Harmonic Atheist 2025-05-02 | Your support is urgently needed and very appreciated.One-time donations:PayPal: paypal.me/harmonictimVenmo: @harmonicatheistCashApp: $HarmonicAtheistZelle email: harmonicatheist@yahoo.comGoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/please-help-me-fight-a-very-worthy-custody-battleMonthly donations:patreon.com/harmonicatheistThanks!--Tim_________________________________________Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: streamyard.com/pal/d/4917726076600320(FYI - using that link does help support me )_________________________________________If you are facing emotional distress, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988._________________________________________Ending music by Kazuya / Eyal Raz, "Friends"artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/friends/2825youtube.com/watch?v=4qbqNO6DdAQ_________________________________________
