A Personal Journey of Healing and Transformation
In Surviving My Years in the Westboro Baptist Church, Lauren Drain shares her harrowing and ultimately inspiring story of growing up and living in one of the most notorious hate groups in America. As the daughter of WBC founder Fred Phelps, Drain was raised in an environment of fear, intolerance, and violence. She was taught to hate anyone who was different, including Jews, gays, and Catholics. She was also taught that her own family was superior to all others.
After years of abuse and indoctrination, Drain left the WBC in 2005. She was alone, broken, and without a home. She struggled with addiction, depression, and suicidal thoughts. But she also had a deep desire to change and find her own path in life.
With the help of therapy and support from loved ones, Drain began to heal the wounds of her past. She learned to forgive her family and herself. She discovered her own strength and resilience. And she found a new sense of purpose in helping others who have been through similar experiences.
Surviving My Years in the Westboro Baptist Church is a powerful and moving story of one woman's journey from the depths of hate to the path of redemption. It is a story that will stay with you long after you finish reading it. It is a story of hope, resilience, and the power of change.
Praise for Surviving My Years in the Westboro Baptist Church
"This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the power of hate and the resilience of the human spirit. Lauren Drain's story is both heartbreaking and inspiring. It is a reminder that even those who have been raised in darkness can find their way to light." — Michelle Goldberg, author of The New York Times bestseller Kingdom Coming: The Rise of Christian Nationalism
"Lauren Drain's memoir is a powerful and moving account of her life inside and outside of the Westboro Baptist Church. Her story is a testament to the power of resilience and the possibility of redemption." — David Brock, author of The New York Times bestseller Blinded by the Right
"Surviving My Years in the Westboro Baptist Church is a harrowing and ultimately inspiring story. Lauren Drain's journey from hate to redemption is a reminder that even in the darkest of times, there is always hope for change." — Rachel Maddow, host of The Rachel Maddow Show
About the Author
Lauren Drain is an author and speaker who grew up in the Westboro Baptist Church. She left the church in 2005 and has since dedicated her life to helping others who have been through similar experiences. She is the founder of the nonprofit organization Cult Education Institute, which provides support and resources to individuals and families affected by cults and extreme religious groups.
Lauren is a regular contributor to the Huffington Post, Salon, and The Daily Beast. She has also appeared on CNN, MSNBC, and NPR. She has been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, and Time magazine.
Lauren is a graduate of the University of Kansas and the University of Southern California. She lives in New York City with her husband and two sons.
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