Born and Razed with Beth Granger

In this episode of Read the Damn Book, host Michelle Glogovac speaks with author Beth Granger about her powerful memoir Born and Raised. Beth shares her harrowing 30-year experience living in a cult, her journey toward healing and recovery, and how she ultimately broke free from coercive control. Together, they discuss the warning signs of cult dynamics, the psychological impact of manipulation, and the importance of trusting your intuition. This conversation offers powerful insights into resilience, survival, and recognizing unhealthy power structures.What We're Talking About...How cults often present themselves as elite, successful institutions to attract and control membersThe role of family relationships and how cult environments deliberately dismantle family tiesWhy trusting your intuition can be a powerful tool for recognizing and escaping coercive controlThe long journey of cult recovery and the importance of patience, healing, and self-compassionThe need for vigilance in education systems to prevent manipulation, indoctrination, and abuse of powerChapters00:00 Introduction and Background03:28 Life in a Cult07:26 The Impact of Cult Life11:23 Family Dynamics and Separation19:12 The Struggle to Speak Out23:12 Advice for Cult Survivors30:11 The Role of Support Systems33:15 Reflections on Strength and Resilience37:07 Education and Societal Concerns40:44 Courage to Share: Beth's Story41:13 Understanding and Empathy: The Importance of ConnectionLinks MentionedBeth Granger's Website: https://bethgranger.ca/Beth Granger's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/happygranger/Beth Granger's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beth.gillisgranger/