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EPISODE · Mar 8, 2026 · 1H 48M

"I Was Baptized at 7! But FREE by 23!" | Sam's Story

from Alissa's Awake · host Alissa

The conversation delves into Sam's childhood experiences within the Jehovah's Witnesses and the impact of family dynamics on her mental health. It explores the pressure to conform, the struggle for acceptance, and the emotional toll of abusive relationships within the organization. The conversation delves into her surviving trauma within the Jehovah's Witness organization, reporting the assault, and facing reproach and isolation. It then explores Sam's journey of leaving the organization, healing, and speaking out to empower others who have faced similar challenges.

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