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1 month ago

Exposing Spiritual Abuse in the AHFI Cult: How They Twist Devotion to Control Members Quick recap Ryan discussed spiritual abuse within the Alliance of the Holy Family International (AHFI), focusing on how the group manipulates religious concepts like discernment and obedience to control members. He explained how AHFI leaders use guilt and fear tactics, such as threatening curses on members who leave or fail to meet their prayer and task requirements. Ryan shared his personal experience of being told it was a sin to not complete the required number of rosaries, despite having other obligations. He emphasized that this form of spiritual abuse is not aligned with true Christian teachings and advised anyone in a similar situation to seek wisdom and consider leaving the group. If you would like to support my channel please consider: buymeacoffee.com/truththath7 Thank you for all of your support and for helping to make this channel a reality :)

"Exposing Spiritual Abuse in the #AHFI #Cult: How they Twist Devotion to Control Members"
The Truth that Heals
11 Feb 2026 [0:10:20]
#TwoHearts #FatherBing #FrBing #Catholicism
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/R1UM68ae9U2mfCo8j20HSw

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1 month ago

Understanding Spiritual and Physical Abuse In this episode I share my thoughts on physical and spiritual abuse. If you would like to support my channel please consider: buymeacoffee.com/truththath7 Thank you for all of your support and for helping to make this channel a reality :)

"Understanding Spiritual & Physical Abuse"
The Truth that Heals
6 Feb 2026 [0:07:31]
#AHFI #TwoHearts #FatherBing #FrBing #Cult
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/FBJI7vxlFkmwNC49uN-9gA

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2 months ago

When the Abusers Cry Persecution: Unmasking Religious Abuse in a So-Called Catholic Cult In this solo episode, Ryan Anthony Hernandez discussed his thoughts on religious abuse and its relationship to spiritual abuse, sharing his personal experiences from being involved in a cult known as the Alliance of the Holy Family International. He explored how religious abuse can manifest through the misuse of scripture, doctrine, and authority to bully or harass members, contrasting this with the cult's perception of themselves as victims of religious persecution. Ryan shared a specific example from the Philippines where the cult fabricated stories of persecution to maintain control over members, highlighting the manipulative tactics used to create an "us versus them" mentality and isolate members from the outside world. He emphasized that while the cult leadership would likely claim to be victims of religious abuse based on his definitions, the reality was that they were the abusers using fear and deception to maintain power. If you would like to support my channel please consider: buymeacoffee.com/truththath7 Thank you for all of your support and for helping to make this channel a reality :)

"When the Abusers Cry Persecution: Unmasking Religious Abuse in a So-Called #Catholic #Cult"
The Truth that Heals
21 Jan 2026 [0:07:37]
#AHFI #TwoHearts #FatherBing #FrBing #Catholicism
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/AHB84CzOQkmdc6jIelRfog

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3 months ago

I'm Back: Where I've Been and What's Coming Next for The Truth That Heals In today's segment of Coffee With Tony I wanted to share what I have been up to. I am really excited to be doing this podcast and now that I am doing it full time I will be giving my best to be making more content, have more guests, and to have more conversations. Also, please feel free to send in your ideas and suggestions as this helps me to build and grow the podcast. Thank you all for your patience with me. Love you all!! :) If you would like to support my channel please consider: buymeacoffee.com/truththath7 Thank you for all of your support and for helping to make this channel a reality :)

"I'm Back: Where I've Been & what's coming next for the Truth that Heals"
The Truth that Heals
15 Dec 2025 [0:06:37]
#AHFI #TwoHearts #FatherBing #FrBing #Cult
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/QeERGWoY7EmbR-k37ObasA

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4 months ago

The Uneven Path of Forgiveness in Cults: Members vs Leadership (Coffee with Tony) In this episode I discuss the unequal expectations of forgiveness within the AHFI Cult and cults in general. Members are constantly pressured to seek forgiveness while leadership rarely apologizes or faces consequences for their actions. If you would like to support my channel please consider: buymeacoffee.com/truththath7 Thank you for all of your support and for helping to make this channel a reality :)

"The Uneven Path of Forgiveness in Cults: Members vs Leadership (Coffee with Tony)"
The Truth that Heals
28 Nov 2025 [0:11:42]
#AHFI #TwoHearts #FatherBing #FrBing #Catholicism #Cult
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/gEE8k-jvXECVTi1DO9jBlA

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4 months ago

Reflecting on my MLM Experience (Coffee with Tony) In this episode I wanted to share my thoughts about my interview with Brandie Hadfield. It isn't a topic that I have spoken about much but I felt that now was the perfect time. To see my episode with Brandie Hadfield please click here: https://youtu.be/jlvfuKTE9ls?si=2zrFctvG6j-YBmux If you would like to support my channel please consider: buymeacoffee.com/truththath7 Thank you for all of your support and for helping to make this channel a reality :)

"Reflecting on my #MLM Experience (Coffee with Tony)"
The Truth that Heals
18 Nov 2025 [0:15:34]
#AntiMLM #AHFI #TwoHearts #FatherBing #FrBing #Cult
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/R5yeP6weGU6GD3M9K--3dw

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6 months ago

we were trafficked. My experience in the AHFI Cult Ryan shared his personal experience of being recruited into a religious group at a young age and discussed his realization that he may have been trafficked, describing how the group manipulated members through various psychological tactics. He expressed concerns about the Sith Sisters, a religious group, highlighting alleged unethical practices such as passport retention and restricted communication, questioning the group's legitimacy and spiritual authenticity. Ryan also discussed his experiences with another religious community where members were treated as commodities and exploited both emotionally and financially, raising questions about the legitimacy of such groups' spiritual claims.

"We were Trafficked. My Experience in the #AHFI #Cult"
The Truth that Heals
5 Sep 2025 [0:15:28]
#TwoHearts #FatherBing #FrBing #Catholicism #HumanTrafficking
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/Sn6cF69Bt0qUBOb2r14a3A

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6 months ago

information control inside the AHFI cult breaking down ahfi information control isnt easy but my hope is that people will be aware of the cult abuse

"Information Control Inside the #AHFI #Cult"
The Truth that Heals
12 Aug 2025 [0:10:36]
#TwoHearts #FatherBing #FrBing #Catholicism
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/Sle9yYb9kEmSoSLgdgg5BA

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6 months ago

Information Control in the AHFI Cult part 1 In this episode I want to break down the propaganda and the distortion of information that is used by the AHFI leadership to create an us VS them mentality. It ultimately instills fear on the members. AHFI brings fear, thats the first step, but they have the "solution" to all the problems. Stay tuned for the next episode where we dive into the information control that happened on the compound! If you would like to support my channel please consider: http://buymeacoffee.com/truththath7 Thank you for all of your support and for helping to make this channel a reality :)

"Information Control in the #AHFI #Cult part 1"
The Truth that Heals
11 Aug 2025 [0:13:22]
#TwoHearts #FatherBing #FrBing #Catholicism
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/kn1-swqXrkeGMSjU_l4Zog

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8 months ago

The Preventive System of the AHFI CULT: How They Controlled Our Every Move Part of the cult practice was to control our behavior. And to do this they created a system that would ensure our behavior would be observed and corrected us every single day. We were getting conditioned to receive petty corrections for anything and to accept the punishments given to us. If you would like to support my channel please consider: http://buymeacoffee.com/truththath7 Thank you for all of your support and for helping to make this channel a reality :)

"The Preventive System of the #AHFI #Cult: How they Controlled our Every Move"
The Truth that Heals
4 Aug 2025 [0:14:31]
#TwoHearts #FatherBing #FrBing #Catholicism
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/lhJoXIQOw0KovZd3MWiIsA

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8 months ago

The Abuses and Evolution of the AHFI Cult Ryan shared his experiences with the AHFI cult led by Edgardo Bing Arellano, detailing the extreme acts of obedience and evolution of the group from physical abuse to psychological manipulation. He expressed frustration with the toxic environment and gaslighting within the AHFI, particularly highlighting the unchristian behavior of Father Bing and Agnes in mistreating members and mismanaging funds. Ryan urged Father Bing to apologize for the harm caused and called on AFI members to speak out against the abuse and corruption, emphasizing the importance of accountability and prevention in religious communities.

"The Abuses & Evolution of the #AHFI #Cult"
The Truth that Heals
30 Jul 2025 [0:09:43]
#TwoHearts #FatherBing #FrBing #Catholicism
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/EEo21HYm-06zJQMYNdKPdQ

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8 months ago

Unveiling the Silent Trauma The Dark Truth of Cult Obedience Religious Group Abuse Investigation Ryan discussed the harmful practices that occurred within a religious group, particularly focusing on the "4th Degree of Obedience" where members were forced to eat excrement as a form of punishment. He emphasized that these abuses happened under Father Bing's leadership, though he expressed hope that such practices have ceased. Ryan urged listeners to demand transparency and truth from the AHFI, Father Bing, and Agnes, and encouraged them to channel their anger and concern into seeking justice and answers for the victims. If you would like to support my channel please consider: http://buymeacoffee.com/truththath7 Thank you for all of your support and for helping to make this channel a reality :)

"Unveiling the Silent Trauma the Dark Truth of #Cult Obedience"
The Truth that Heals
28 Jul 2025 [0:10:01]
#AHFI #TwoHearts #FatherBing #FrBing #Catholicism
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/OQ5lj-CmX0K0KqHvdQq8Kg

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8 months ago

From Catholic Priest to Delusional Cult Leader: Exposing the AHFI Cult Eventually all the lies will come to light #podcast #awareness #cult #cultsandextremebeliefs #cultleader

"From #Catholic Priest to Delusional #Cult Leader: Exposing the #AHFI Cult"
The Truth that Heals
27 Jul 2025 [0:08:20]
#Catholicism
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/pFB9uApoo06afJrrTKgtgQ

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8 months ago

Muted Voiced: The Art of Cult Control 2 Hearts Community Experiences Ryan discussed his experiences with the 2 Hearts community, focusing on three key aspects of their formation: obedience, victimhood, and creative silence. He explained that obedience was enforced strictly, with delays considered sinful and critical thinking discouraged. Ryan also described how the community emphasized suffering as a virtue, using extreme examples of saints to instill a guilt-ridden mindset around suffering. He suggested that these factors, along with fear of retribution, contribute to why few people speak up about their experiences within the community. Abusive Control in Religious Orders Ryan discussed his experiences in a religious order, highlighting three key aspects of their teachings: obedience, victimhood, and creative silence. He criticized how these concepts were misused to control and manipulate members, leading to suffering and silence. Ryan expressed his belief that these teachings were used to prevent members from speaking out about abuses within the group, even as the leaders themselves violated these principles when faced with scrutiny from the Vatican. If you would like to support my channel please consider: http://buymeacoffee.com/truththath7 Thank you for all of your support and for helping to make this channel a reality :)

"Muted Voiced: The Art of #Cult Control"
The Truth that Heals
21 Jul 2025 [0:09:41]
#AHFI #Catholicism
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/ETzQr78dpkKmIxu4Kes2Ng

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8 months ago

Muted Voiced: The Art of Cult Control 2 Hearts Community Experiences Ryan discussed his experiences with the 2 Hearts community, focusing on three key aspects of their formation: obedience, victimhood, and creative silence. He explained that obedience was enforced strictly, with delays considered sinful and critical thinking discouraged. Ryan also described how the community emphasized suffering as a virtue, using extreme examples of saints to instill a guilt-ridden mindset around suffering. He suggested that these factors, along with fear of retribution, contribute to why few people speak up about their experiences within the community. Abusive Control in Religious Orders Ryan discussed his experiences in a religious order, highlighting three key aspects of their teachings: obedience, victimhood, and creative silence. He criticized how these concepts were misused to control and manipulate members, leading to suffering and silence. Ryan expressed his belief that these teachings were used to prevent members from speaking out about abuses within the group, even as the leaders themselves violated these principles when faced with scrutiny from the Vatican. If you would like to support my channel please consider: http://buymeacoffee.com/truththath7 Thank you for all of your support and for helping to make this channel a reality :)

"Muted Voiced: The Art of #Cult Control"
The Truth that Heals
21 Jul 2025 [0:09:41]
#AHFI #Catholicism
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/ETzQr78dpkKmIxu4Kes2Ng

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8 months ago

Cult member loses chance to say goodbye to dying mother #cults #ahfi #podcast #awareness #abuse

"#Cult Member Loses Chance to Say Goodbye to Dying Mother"
The Truth that Heals
14 Jul 2025 [0:00:51]
#AHFI #Catholicism
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/5zqxEbEZoky2m76aFIcy2g

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8 months ago

Unraveling the Layers of a Cult: From the Laity to the Consecrated Life Ryan shared his experiences with a complex network of cult-like religious groups, discussing how they use multiple identities and recruitment tactics to manipulate members into different levels of commitment. He described his personal journey from high school to joining a religious community led by Father Bing, where he experienced strict obedience and manipulation during his novitiate period. Ryan expressed regret over the lack of transparency in the recruitment process and planned to create educational videos to expose the issues within these communities, particularly focusing on the differences between the cult-like group and the group attempting reform. #podcast #awareness #cult #cultsandextremebeliefs #religioustrauma #spiritualabuse #manipulation #catholic #consecratedlife #religiouscult #ahfi #frbing #endtimes #endtimescult

"Unraveling the Layers of a #Cult: From the Laity to the Consecrated Life"
The Truth that Heals
20 Jul 2025 [0:22:37]
#AHFI #Catholicism
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/VzQOdc5oKkyfnobylM3V-A

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8 months ago

Exposing the Cult of Father Bing: Recruitment Tactics Targeting the Laity Ryan Anthony, host of the Truth to Heals podcast, is creating videos to explain the cult-like nature of Father Bing's movement by examining its recruitment tactics and organizational structure. He has begun by analyzing the movement's two main groups: the laity and consecrated life, with plans to cover additional aspects in future videos. The content will eventually explore specific elements such as prayer life and the movement's repressive systems. buymeacoffee.com/truththath7 #podcast #awareness

"Exposing the #Cult of #FatherBing: Recruitment Tactics Targeting the Laity"
The Truth that Heals
19 Jul 2025 [0:04:43]
#AHFI #Catholicism
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/tDKbGaUQyUaFXBWDruSU-g

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8 months ago

The 7 Circles of Fr Bing's Cult Quick recap Ryan Anthony is creating a video series to investigate and explain the legitimacy, safety, and soundness of the groups founded by Father Bing, including the AHFI and religious institutes. He examines the hierarchical structure and recruitment strategies of these organizations, highlighting concerns about proper discernment and manipulation of members. Ryan discusses the challenges faced by religious novitiates and expresses his criticism towards certain leaders, promising to further investigate and expose their actions in upcoming videos.

"The 7 Circles of Fr Bing's #Cult"
The Truth that Heals
17 Jul 2025 [0:15:01]
#AHFI #Catholicism
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/EBiK2RCwzkmAPpmjFyVhLA

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8 months ago

Podcast Clips Traumatic Physical Abuse in a Religious Cult We talk about the physical punishment and abuse experienced during the novitiate, including being forced to undergo flagellations with knotted ropes that left open wounds on the back. The speaker describes the trauma of being made to kneel and receive hundreds of lashes from the Mother Superior, leaving them with a black eye and unable to sleep comfortably due to the injuries. This experience left the speaker questioning how this could be part of their religious training. #religion #abuse #trauma #mentalhealth #cults #igotout #culttrauma #religioustrauma #cultsandextremebeliefs

"Podcast Clips Traumatic Physical Abuse in a Religious #Cult"
The Truth that Heals
12 Jul 2025 [0:03:29]
#AHFI #Catholicism
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/YchdeOfvSEicnypUT35a5Q

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8 months ago

Witnessing a Dramatic Exorcism at an AHFI Event by Fr Bing- Leaving a Cult Podcast Clips Here is a clip from my interview with Katie where we discuss the cult of Fr Bing, AHFI and SITH, and how deliverance ministry was used to scare people into staying

"Witnessing a Dramatic Exorcism at an #AHFI Event by Fr Bing- Leaving a #Cult Podcast Clips"
The Truth that Heals
12 Jul 2025 [0:05:03]
#Catholicism
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/KfRAZrmf_EyFmXtWRh3BMQ

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8 months ago

Finding Healing After Leaving a Religious Cult Guest Bio: Hi, my name is Katie Inlay. I grew up in a small town in Iowa, surrounded by the warmth of community, midwest values and the vastness of open skies. At just 17, I found myself drawn into a religious organization called the Alliance of the Two Hearts, which promised a path to enlightenment, vocational calling, healing and connection. After dedicating years to this organization and their teachings, I came to realize that it was a misleading cult. My journey to break free wasn’t just about escaping; it was a profound struggle for my identity and existence. Today, I want to share a fragment of that part of my story with you. You see, I didn’t merely seek to escape; I fought to truly live—to embrace life in all its complexity and beauty. And that's the essence of what I want to convey. No matter where you are in your journey, no matter how lost or overwhelmed you may feel, you are not alone. There is immense power in your narrative, healing in your voice, and liberation waiting just beyond your fears. This is my story, yes, but it's also a reflection of yours. We all face moments when we feel disconnected from who we are. I promise you—just as I found my way back, you can too. You can reclaim the life that is rightfully yours, and you can tap into the faith that has quietly been there, waiting for your return. Thank you for allowing me to share this journey with you. May you find the courage to persevere and the strength to rise above whatever challenges life has placed in your path. With love- Katie Inlay Read Katie’s blogs here: https://www.katieinlay.com/blog If you would like to support my channel please consider: http://buymeacoffee.com/truththath7 Thank you for all of your support and for helping to make this channel a reality :)

"Finding Healing after Leaving a Religious #Cult"
The Truth that Heals
12 Jul 2025 [2:38:07]
#AHFI #Catholicism
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/spdqKm-tXEuPIG_PJxpflw

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1 year ago

Podcast Updates Sorry I've been away so long

"Podcast Updates"
The Truth that Heals
17 Mar 2025 [0:06:36]
#AHFI #2x2s #TwoByTwos #JW #ExJW #OperationSpotlight #Cult
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/ib7eIVyvY0Oh0s0zZPDFKw

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1 year ago

The Truth That Heals: From Cult to Creativity In this episode of the DisAllusioned Podcast, host Ari Sherwood speaks with Ryan Anthony Hernandez, a survivor of a Catholic cult ran by Edgardo Arellano, and the host of @TheTruthThatHealsPodcast and @CreativityWorthExpressing. Ryan shares his harrowing journey of being drawn into the cult at the age of 17, the manipulative tactics used to control members, and the psychological and emotional toll it took on him. He discusses the emotional and psychological toll of cult life, the challenges of leaving, and the importance of reconnecting with family. Ryan also highlights his current projects, including his podcast, which aims to provide a platform for healing and sharing personal truths, as well as a new initiative focused on creativity and self-expression. The conversation emphasizes the significance of hope, healing, and the journey of rediscovering oneself after leaving a cult . https://linktr.ee/truththathealspod

"The Truth that Heals: From #Cult to Creativity"
DisAllusioned
29 Dec 2024 [0:58:19]
#AHFI #Catholicism
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/OOQZyZtIPk6vaOZ8KjAvmg

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1 year ago

Escaping Cult Control and Finding Healing and Resilience I used to think it was rare to find someone who had been in an end-times cult. Turns out, it's not that rare! Join me in this episode of the More than Anxiety Podcast as Ryan Hernandez shares his incredible story. From a typical high school student in Los Angeles to finding himself trapped in a religious cult that thrived on fear and deceit, Ryan shares the challenges he faced, from sleep deprivation to the constant fear of divine punishment to making his way back to his authentic self. Ryan's story isn't just about surviving life in a cult, but about managing and healing from anxiety and reclaiming his identity through vulnerability. Key Moments: Ryan's early life and goals before joining the cult The gradual process of indoctrination and its impact on his identity The challenges and sacrifices faced as a member of the cult The pivotal moment that sparked his decision to leave The emotional and psychological toll of escaping the cult The healing journey and strategies for overcoming trauma The importance of seeking support and building a new life Be sure to check out Ryan's podcast @TheTruthThatHealsPodcast on Spotify and YouTube, or find him at @Creativity Worth Expressing. #cult #mentalhealth #reallife

"Escaping #Cult Control: Ryan Hernandez's Path to Healing & Resilience"
More Than Anxiety
19 Nov 2024 [0:56:02]
#AHFI
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/LRZU4nnAOEmSdT_0OUgLWA

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1 year ago

Ep 115 - Escaping Cult Control: Ryan Hernandez's Path to Healing and Resilience I used to think it was rare to find someone who had been in an end-times cult. Turns out, it's not that rare! Join me in this episode of the More than Anxiety Podcast as Ryan Hernandez shares his incredible story. From a promising young life in Los Angeles to finding himself trapped in a religious cult that thrived on fear and deceit, Ryan courageously opens up about the challenges he faced, from sleep deprivation to the constant dread of divine punishment to making his way back to his authentic self. Ryan's story isn't just about surviving life in a cult, but about managing and healing from anxiety and reclaiming his identity through vulnerability.Key Moments:Ryan's early life and aspirations before joining the cultThe gradual process of indoctrination and its impact on his identityThe challenges and sacrifices faced as a member of the cultThe pivotal moment that sparked his decision to leaveThe emotional and psychological toll of escaping the cultThe healing journey and strategies for overcoming traumaThe importance of seeking support and building a new lifeBe sure to check out Ryan's podcast Truth That Heals on Spotify and YouTubeor find him at Creativity Worth Expressing.Send us a textTake this quiz to find out what's making you feel so overwhelmed and what you need to do to feel calm, confident, and have more time for fun! In  Episode 111 of the More Than Anxiety Podcast, I had the opportunity to speak with Jennifer Geneve from LaVigne Natural Skincare.Jenn is offering a 15% discount for my subscribers and listeners.Simply enter code MEGANDEVITO when you check out!Thanks for listening!Did you know you can help others find this resource so they can calm, confident, and have more fun by leaving ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️'s and a review wherever you listen. Thanks in advance!Find me on Instagram Find me on FacebookSchedule your consultation and let's talk coaching! You know you're overwhelmed, burned out, sick to death of work but also trying to do everyting for everyone at home. TAKE THIS QUIZ to find out why you're so overwhelmed and what to do about it.

"Escaping #Cult Control: Ryan Hernandez's Path to Healing & Resilience"
More Than Anxiety
19 Nov 2024 [0:56:02]
#AHFI
https://s.cultpodcasts.com/LRZU4nnAOEmSdT_0OUgLWA