Today we meet Tammy. Tammy is currently a liscensed therapist. Before, becoming a counselor she was a member of the ICOC. Like many of us, Tammy speaks of looking for a sense of belonging prior to joining the church. Tammy joined the organizaiton as a college student. While a member, Tammy describes her self as excited and happyt to be with the group. She also brought her parents and friends along as they too were baptized into the church upon Tammy introducing it to them. Nonetheless she left andTammy explains that she stored all of her feelings and memories away upon leaving the church. She also mentions that she was suicidal after leaving the church.
If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts or ideations, please know that help available. Please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 or find them at the link below:
https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org
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