Cults to Consciousness

**Content Warning: Child Sexual Abuse** 0 to 100! Straight-Edge to AYAHUASCA (7 Ceremonies/10 Days). From deep into the Amazon jungle, to high into space for some alien encounters, these are the tales of how I (an ex-Mormon) tried psychedelics for the first time, to heal childhood wounds and reclaim my power. Learn more about my story and why I believe psychedelics are a powerful healing tool just...

Ever considered that MLMs are culty? Duplication, social media love bombing, transactional relationships and loss of individuality and identity... Erin Bies spent 13 years as a top seller in multiple different pyramid schemes and now, to make amends, her goal is to spread awareness about MLMs to help others avoid the culty mind control that is inevitable when joining. She's a wife, a mom a militar...

NSFW Vulnerable girl talk! Losing my virginity, shame, guilt, reasons for creating ridiculous sexual loopholes, and the harmful distortions that result. Exmo Lex, who is a very popular Ex-Mormon content creator, gets spicy with me to say all the things others may be too shy to say. I might regret my oversharing later, but we both thought it was important to touch on all the ways sexual repression...

My fiancé tells all! Serious, silly & sexy, we discuss the realities of dating an ex-mormon, perspectives of a never-mo, family drama & with what belief systems we want to raise our own kids. NSFW lol Tell us if you can relate! To watch the episode, go to Cults to Consciousness on YouTube. Find Jonathan on Social Media! YouTube @MethodBoxInstagram @jonathan.rosales_Our Merch! Patreon: Patr...

Toxic perfectionism, family vs faith, shocking garment stories, and multigenerational perspectives on being a good Mormon mom. Even I learned some things about my childhood, including secret feelings about the demands of church. I can't wait to share my mom's story with you! To watch the episode, go to Cults to Consciousness on YouTube. Find Lisa on Social Media! Instagram @SpiritofOttertailOur Me...

Noemi is an incredible example of transformation of mind, body and soul after enduring extreme religious practices first in Mexico, then emotional abuse at Hillsong Megachurch. Now she is a powerful voice and advocate in the LGBTQ affirming space. You can watch her on Discovery + docuseries "Hillsong: A Megachurch Exposed" and find her on social media listed below. (TW: Suicidal thoughts) To watch...

Former devout pastor Phil Drysdale, shares his eye opening story of questioning Christians coming to him for support, and how his constant curiosity led him to deconstruct his faith as well. We discuss his research into who leaves their faith and why, as well as the 6 stages of morality which may shock you. Jam packed with information, you are sure to learn a few things from this episode! To watch...

Mormon Expressions creator John Larsen, joins me to talk about theism, atheism and what comes after. How religions can co-opt social structures, yet force us to create community which is essentially what humans need as evolved animals. Pros and cons with pragmatism and curiosity. To watch the episode, go to Cults to Consciousness on YouTube. Find John LarsenYouTube John Larsen Email: John@johnlars...

Kimber is a master teacher, healer, Akashic reader and just overall magical being! Join us, as we talk about astral projecting, dark nights of the soul, divine feminine hijacking, distorted masculine, how to heal our inner child and how to rewire our brains to manifest our dream reality. To watch the episode, go to Cults to Consciousness on YouTube. Find Kimber! Instagram @KimberTiernanWebsite Div...

Angela tells her wild stories about what it was like growing up in a fundamentalist Mormon sect, how it affected her life choices and psychology, and how she was able to deprogram a decade later. (TW: Racism) To watch the episode, go to Cults to Consciousness on YouTubeOur Merch! Patreon: Patreon.com/cultstoconsciousnessVenmo @sheliseannAny donations are welcome and appreciated to support the maki...

When someone claims to speak directly to God and relay God's message to His followers, there needs to be a high level of scrutiny. This is exactly what the creator of Instagram page @True_Mormon_Quotes strives to do. Hold the leaders of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints accountable for their doctrine. We reveal this instagram hero's identity for the first time before diving into his...

Not only was Ashley Easter (Intuitive Master, Coach, Advocate) in a Cult. She was in FIVE! A Russian nesting doll of cults. Find out how she finally listened to her intuition to get out and become a BOSS! To watch the episode, go to Cults to Consciousness on YouTube. As mentioned:Cults Hidden In Plain Sight- FREE EbookButterfly Photoshoot (shown in YT video)Get intuitive texts from Ashley! Text “I...

This is not a normal episode. For 2 years, I was a co-host of the Mormons on Mushrooms podcast and I loved it. I enjoyed interviewing our guests and the episodes with just Mike, Doug and I. Sadly, this has come to and end and ultimately birthed Cults to Consciousness. While I am hurt by the choices that were made, I'm excited to dive deep into my own podcast! This is the full story of what happene...

Episode 2: The fabulous and funny Carah, @nuancehoe , joins us and walks us through her Mormon story. From a chaotic home life, to classic patriarchy, she realized the traumas that some people were facing due to the Mormon church. Listen to her recount never-before-told-stories of reclaiming her power spiritually, emotionally, physically and mentally! To watch the episode, go to Cults to Conscious...

Here's my Mormon story! From pioneer stock, to spiritualist, I talk about what it was like growing up Mormon, why I left and what I aim to do with this new channel. I give an explanation of the BITE model which describes attributes of a Cult, so you can clearly discern if you too might be unknowingly be in one. Find your independence, find your peace, find your sovereignty and come into true aware...