From Mennonite Control to Freedom: A Story of Abuse, Loss, and Inner Peace

“Some of our most painful losses are not fully perceived by the people around us. But that doesn’t make them any less worthy of being seen or grieved.” 

In this profoundly moving episode of The Angela Rose Show, Ruth Miller unveils her story of spiritual, emotional, and sexual abuse within a conservative Mennonite community, and how she found her voice after decades of silence.

Ruth courageously walks us through childhood trauma, fear-based religion, isolation, narcissistic abuse, and the devastating loss of her daughter. Her story is one of deep grief and also of incredible grit. Today, Ruth stands as a student training to become a licensed therapist, offering compassion to others walking the same road.

🔍 With tenderness and truth, Ruth and I explore:
•Early memories of abuse and isolation in her Amish Mennonite upbringing
•The terror of being punished and silenced in the name of religion
•Surviving sexual abuse and the long-term impact of hypervigilance and fear
•Living in a controlling marriage and finding courage to leave
•The unimaginable loss of her daughter and learning to breathe again
•How mentorship, therapy, and faith helped her rebuild her life
•Why healing happens in layers and how Ruth now brings hope to others

This is not just a story about survival. It is a sacred story unveiling truth, peace, and the power of a woman who knows her strength.

🛑 Trigger Warning: This episode includes descriptions of childhood sexual abuse, religious abuse, emotional manipulation, suicidal ideation, and the loss of a child. Please listen with care.

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