Sara Amundson & Laurie Edmundson
Sara Abbott, MSW, LCSW, LICSW
"I Want To Have Sex But It's A Sin" - Religious Trauma feat. Linda
"I Want To Have Sex But It's A Sin" - Religious Trauma feat. Linda
"I Want To Have Sex But It's A Sin" - Religious Trauma feat. Linda
Sunday 7th September 2025
Linda shares her story of overcoming religious trauma and embracing her identity on Bold Beautiful Borderline.
45 minutes
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Sara Amundson & Laurie Edmundson
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Episode Overview
- Linda shares her experience with religious trauma and its impact on her mental health.
- The episode explores the conflict between religious teachings and natural desires.
- Linda discusses her journey of self-acceptance and embracing her queer identity.
- Listeners gain insight into how purity culture can shape perceptions of self-worth.
- Linda's story highlights the importance of finding peace amidst religious turmoil.
"I needed love so bad... I will invent or create or morph something into that so that I can have that security."
How do individuals turn their lives around after grappling with religious trauma? Linda returns to the Bold Beautiful Borderline podcast to share her poignant journey of unlearning restrictive religious beliefs that left her fearing intimacy and self-harming. Raised in a Southern Baptist environment, Linda candidly discusses how she once viewed Jesus as her imaginary friend, filling the void of loneliness during her childhood.
Her story is a fascinating exploration of how deeply ingrained religious teachings can shape one's perception of self-worth and sexuality. Linda's experience with religious trauma is not just a personal narrative; it's a reflection on how purity culture can impact mental health and sexual identity. She opens up about the intense guilt she felt over natural desires and the subsequent struggle with self-harm, offering a raw account of her battle with these conflicting emotions.
Through humour and honesty, Linda reveals how she navigated her relationship with religion and eventually found a healthier perspective. The episode also touches on Linda's discovery of her queer identity, which was suppressed by her religious upbringing. As she recounts moments of realisation and acceptance, listeners are given a glimpse into the complexities of reconciling faith with personal identity. Linda's journey is a testament to the resilience required to break free from harmful ideologies and embrace one's true self.
If you've ever questioned how religious teachings might influence your mental health or sexuality, Linda's story offers a compelling look into these issues. Her candidness and vulnerability provide hope for those struggling with similar challenges. So, what can Linda's journey teach us about finding peace amidst religious turmoil? Tune in to find out.