The "Shunning" to "Stunning" Blog

Breaking the Cycle as an Ex-JW: 10 Ways to Release Inherited Emotional DNA and Reclaim Your Voice, Purpose, and Prosperity
By Braiden Hartwell - For The LORE Collective & the Ex-JW Healing Journey
Introduction: You Are Not Broken — You Are Breaking Through
What if the fear, shame, or silence you ...
Finding Peace in the Present: A Mindfulness Guide for Those Walking Away from High-Control Religions
When you make the courageous decision to leave a high-control religious environment like the Jehovah's Witnesses, the world can suddenly feel overwhelming and unfamiliar. The shunning that follows—b...
Ex-JW Shunning to Stunning: A Former JW's Guide to Healing After Leaving the Religion
Transforming the Pain of Religious Shunning into Purpose, Connection, and Authentic Freedom
By Braiden Hartwell
You Are Not Alone in This Journey
If you are reading this, you have likely made one of the most co...
SHUNNED - Coping When Family and Friends Cut Ties After Leaving the Faith
When you leave the Jehovah's Witnesses, the emotional aftermath can be devastating. Unlike other life transitions, leaving this faith often triggers an immediate and complete severance of relationships wi...