Twin Flames: From Love Bombing to Liberation with Jessi Hersey
IndoctriNation9 Heinä 2025

Twin Flames: From Love Bombing to Liberation with Jessi Hersey

In this powerful episode, Rachel welcomes Jessi Hersey, a courageous author and cult survivor, to share her transformative journey from the Twin Flames Universe cult. Jessi opens up about her experiences within the group, detailing the emotional manipulation and love bombing that initially drew her in, only to later reveal the toxic underbelly of the organization. Her candid reflections on the mirroring exercise highlight how it contributed to her feelings of confusion and self-doubt, ultimately leading her to question her identity and sense of self.


As they delve deeper into Jessie's story, Rachel and Jessi discuss the profound impact of being part of a high-control group, particularly on the LGBTQ community. Jessie emphasizes the importance of recognizing red flags and understanding the psychological tactics employed by cult leaders to maintain control. Their conversation sheds light on the struggles faced by many who leave such organizations, including the challenges of rediscovering one's true self and rebuilding a life after trauma.


Now, as a resilient advocate for others, Jessi is using her voice to empower those who have experienced similar struggles. She shares her passion for writing, including her impactful book "Lit: My Journey Back to Faith," and her commitment to creating inclusive narratives in her upcoming works. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of cult dynamics and the journey toward healing and self-acceptance.


To learn more about Jessie and her work, visit her YouTube channel:

https://www.youtube.com/@jessisstories9375


More about the aftermath of the Twin Flames documentary:

Michigan AG opens investigation into Twin Flames Universe after Netflix documentary


Hear Rachel's Interview on the Twin Flames Podcast:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/piecing-together/id1609466357?i=1000555274514

Connect with us on social media:

https://linktr.ee/indoctrination


Watch full video episodes of IndoctriNation here:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNAi0T2hzH9dM029dkTfj635PzuXl67jS


Support IndoctriNation on Patreon for exclusive bonus episodes and more:

https://www.patreon.com/indoctrination


Prefer to support the IndoctriNation show with a one-time donation? Use this link:

https://www.paypal.biz/indoctriNATION


IndoctriNation is edited by The Podcast Consultant:

https://thepodcastconsultant.com/about

Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Tämä jakso on lisätty Podme-palveluun avoimen RSS-syötteen kautta eikä se ole Podmen omaa tuotantoa. Siksi jakso saattaa sisältää mainontaa.

Jaksot(471)

The Culting of America with Daniella Mestyanek Young

The Culting of America with Daniella Mestyanek Young

In this episode, Daniella Mestyanek Young returns to IndoctriNation to discuss how cults exploit group dynamics. Born three generations into the Children of God, then a U.S. Army intelligence officer,...

10 Kesä 1h 13min

Reclaiming Myself After Mormonism with Lindsey Sanders

Reclaiming Myself After Mormonism with Lindsey Sanders

In this episode, Rachel Bernstein sits down with Lindsey Sanders to talk about her memoir, The Sacred Song of a Heretic, and what it means to reclaim "sacredness" outside of a high-control religion.Li...

3 Kesä 1h 20min

BONUS PREVIEW: Inside the Cult of Two

BONUS PREVIEW: Inside the Cult of Two

This is just a preview of our Patreon exclusive Bonus Episode. You can hear the full episode by becoming a member at:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.patreon.com/indoctrination In this Patreon bonus episode, host Ra...

29 Touko 6min

I Belong to Me with Tia Levings

I Belong to Me with Tia Levings

In this episode, host Rachel Bernstein welcomes back author Tia Levings to discuss her new book, 'I Belong to Me: A Survivor’s Guide to Recovery and Hope After Religious Trauma.'Tia opens up about sur...

27 Touko 1h 24min

American Trickster: The Hidden Lives of Carlos Castaneda with Ru Marshall

American Trickster: The Hidden Lives of Carlos Castaneda with Ru Marshall

In this episode, Rachel Bernstein interviews Ru Marshall about the hidden world surrounding the guru Carlos Castaneda. Marshall shares insights from their research into Castaneda’s history, manipulati...

20 Touko 1h 20min

BONUS PREVIEW: Identity After Indoctrination: Rebuilding Yourself After Control

BONUS PREVIEW: Identity After Indoctrination: Rebuilding Yourself After Control

This is just a preview of our Patreon exclusive Bonus Episode. You can hear the full episode by becoming a member at:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.patreon.com/indoctrination In this Patreon bonus episode, Rachel ...

15 Touko 5min

Mind Games: Investigating NLP with Alice Hines

Mind Games: Investigating NLP with Alice Hines

In this episode, Rachel Bernstein welcomes investigative journalist Alice Hines to discuss neurolinguistic programming (NLP), its origins, and the fine line between empowerment and manipulation. Known...

13 Touko 52min

Living Authentically: Escaping Aesthetic Realism pt. 2 with Donna Lamb

Living Authentically: Escaping Aesthetic Realism pt. 2 with Donna Lamb

In part 2, Rachel Bernstein continues her conversation with Donna Lamb, a survivor of the Aesthetic Realism group. Recruited at 20 in New York City, Donna spent 32 years in the group before leaving in...

6 Touko 1h 23min

Suosittua kategoriassa Uskonto ja hengellisyys

yopuolen-tarinoita-2
kulttien-johdossa
lahko
voi-hyvin-meditaatiot-2
rss-lakeuden-valo
rss-yopuolen-tarinoita
harhaoppia
rss-miehen-mieli-podcast
rss-valo-minussa-2
rss-mielen-laboratorio
rss-kirkon-ihmeellisimmat-tarinat
rss-seuraa-sieluasi
rss-voi-hyvin-henkiset-vaikuttajat
rss-sinivalkoinen-islam
rss-kaunis-maailma-kelttilaisia-rukouksia
rss-vapaudu-voimaasi
rss-heraamisia
jyri-komulainen
rss-niiranen-ja-marjokorpi
rss-kirkko-ja-kaupunki-median-ikivihreimmat-jutut