The God Who Punishes: Fear, Shame, and Breaking the Rules

Send us Fan Mail What happens when your concept of God is shaped more by fear than by love? In this episode, I explore the fear-based spiritual teachings that governed my childhood—where consequences weren’t just earthly, but eternal. From hellfire and damnation to karma and reincarnation, every action carried the weight of divine punishment. I share how women were treated as lesser, how relationships were distorted by shame and control, and how even something like smoking pot turned into a s...