Episode 221 · September 26, 2023 · 52:10

#221: What If The Truth Is a Lie? Breaking Free from The Jehovah's Witnesses

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Sally Lotz shares her incredible journey from growing up within the Jehovah's Witnesses to finally breaking free from the cult! Discover the pivotal moments and inner strength that led her to unmask deception and find her own truth.

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Be prepared as Sally Lotz takes us on her extraordinary journey from a Jehovah's Witnesses upbringing to liberation from the confines of the cult. As just a young child Sally would experience a revelation that would spark her curiosity and raised doubts about the teachings she had grown up with. This pivotal moment set the stage for her to question her beliefs and embark on a path of self-discovery.

But no one ever said the journey would be easy. Sally's choices would lead her to confront her past before ever regaining control of her life. She battled panic attacks, sought therapy, and emerged stronger.

Sally's book, "The Truth Is a Lie," serves as a testament to her resilience and determination. It sheds light on her journey, offering hope to those in similar situations and encouraging them to seek their own truth.

Today, Sally is a writing coach, guiding others in sharing their stories and discovering their voices. Her journey exemplifies the power of self-discovery, healing, and the ability to inspire through storytelling.

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SALLY LOTZ

Sally lives in Orlando, Florida, where she enjoys the local beaches, kayaking in the springs, visiting the local bookstores, and writing. She can often be found writing on her laptop at the local coffee shop or caring for her numerous plant babies. She loves to listen to true-crime podcasts and watch crime docu-series. Her children are all grown and live in Orlando and Denver.

She is a writing coach, teaching business professionals to write a book in 30 days as well as a mentor. Sally is a member of SCBWI (Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators). She loves to teach people how to create with their words and loves to speak to groups about writing, growing up a Jehovah's Witness, or having ADHD.

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