https://thedesertsanctuary.org Life is hard some times! People often long for safe places where they can express their grief, confusion or even anger. Whether you are deconstructing, questioning, or doubting, you are welcome and valued here.  When many of us venture out to find healing or relief or adventure, it can often feel like walking out into the Desert. Welcome to our Sanctuary in the Desert. You are welcome to share your thoughts and what you are producing while you are processing. We will endeavor to lean toward the contemplative and shy away from politics. Welcome to the Sanctuary, Karl and Laura Forehand Wed, 06 May 2026 15:33:41 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.com/ 134937889 Join Karl and Laura on their journey to more authentic faith! Nothing is off limits. We love to talk about our journey, and occasionally about our love for healthy food. Karl and Laura Forehand Karl Forehand no health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authenticSpirit * Soul * Bodykarl@karlscoaching.comKarl and Laura Forehand https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2026/05/06/436-tia-levings-i-belong-to-me/ Wed, 06 May 2026 15:18:06 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7716 2315 7716Karl Forehand Our guest is Tia Levings From her Website: I’m Tia Levings, a writer, creator, guest expert, and content specialist. I shine light on the abuses of Christian fundamentalism and offer contextual insight into the true horrors of religious trauma. My memoir, A Well-Trained Wife: My Escape from Christian Patriarchy, releases with St. Martin’s Press on August […] FPI (15) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noOur guest is Tia Levings From her Website: I’m Tia Levings, a writer, creator, guest expert, and content specialist. I shine light on the abuses of Christian fundamentalism and offer contextual insight into the true horrors of religious trauma. My memoir, A Well-Trained Wife: My Escape from Christian Patriarchy, releases with St. Martin’s Press on August […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2026/02/25/435-dorothy-littell-greco-misogyny-in-america/ Wed, 25 Feb 2026 11:02:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7706 3360 7706Karl Forehand If we hope to fight and eventually heal from misogyny, we must first be able to identify and understand it. Despite the undeniable progress for women and girls in the 20th and 21st centuries, misogyny is still alive and well in today’s culture—often in ways that are more subtle and more insidious than the outright […] FPI (14) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noIf we hope to fight and eventually heal from misogyny, we must first be able to identify and understand it. Despite the undeniable progress for women and girls in the 20th and 21st centuries, misogyny is still alive and well in today’s culture—often in ways that are more subtle and more insidious than the outright […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2026/02/18/434-melissa-duge-spiers/ Wed, 18 Feb 2026 10:59:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7700 3051 7700Karl Forehand “Holy Disobedience is a visceral portrayal of a daughter’s quest for the dark truth beneath the religious veneer of forced beauty and familial cover-ups. Spiers’s writing is propulsive and intelligent.” -Tia Levings, author of the New York Times bestselling A Well-Trained Wife Holy Disobedience is a gripping, unflinching story by Melissa Duge Spiers about growing up in the shadow of […] FPI (13) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)no“Holy Disobedience is a visceral portrayal of a daughter’s quest for the dark truth beneath the religious veneer of forced beauty and familial cover-ups. Spiers’s writing is propulsive and intelligent.” -Tia Levings, author of the New York Times bestselling A Well-Trained Wife Holy Disobedience is a gripping, unflinching story by Melissa Duge Spiers about growing up in the shadow of […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2026/02/11/433-laura-and-jd-deconstructing-the-pastor-family-2-of-2/ Wed, 11 Feb 2026 11:20:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7693 3143 7693Karl Forehand Laura and JD have a unique perspective, having been part of a ministry family for 20-25 years. The discussion begins with religion and turns to what truly makes for great people and great families. You’ll enjoy this! Are you serious about deconstruction and asking bigger questions? If that’s the case, this book was created for […] FPI (11) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noLaura and JD have a unique perspective, having been part of a ministry family for 20-25 years. The discussion begins with religion and turns to what truly makes for great people and great families. You’ll enjoy this! Are you serious about deconstruction and asking bigger questions? If that’s the case, this book was created for […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2026/02/04/432-laura-and-jd-deconstructing-the-pastor-family-1-of-2/ Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7685 3435 7685Karl Forehand Laura and JD have a unique perspective, having been part of a ministry family for 20-25 years. The discussion begins with religion and turns to what truly makes for great people and great families. You’ll enjoy this! Are you serious about deconstruction and asking bigger questions? If that’s the case, this book was created for […] FPI (10) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noLaura and JD have a unique perspective, having been part of a ministry family for 20-25 years. The discussion begins with religion and turns to what truly makes for great people and great families. You’ll enjoy this! Are you serious about deconstruction and asking bigger questions? If that’s the case, this book was created for […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2026/01/28/431-karl-laura-essentia-limited-or-existentially-impotent-god/ Wed, 28 Jan 2026 10:55:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7670 2900 7670Karl Forehand Essentia-limited implies exploring whether the fundamental nature of God inherently includes limitations, a concept generally rejected by traditional theology, which defines God’s essence as inherently limitless and infinite.  Existential impotence is a concept discussed in philosophy and psychology that refers to a person’s perceived lack of power or ability to take effective action in the face of […] FPI (9) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noEssentia-limited implies exploring whether the fundamental nature of God inherently includes limitations, a concept generally rejected by traditional theology, which defines God’s essence as inherently limitless and infinite.  Existential impotence is a concept discussed in philosophy and psychology that refers to a person’s perceived lack of power or ability to take effective action in the face of […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2026/01/21/430-nora-bontrager-living-the-non-amish-life/ Wed, 21 Jan 2026 11:20:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7660 1866 7660Karl Forehand Part 2 of 2 This is part 2 of our discussion with Nora as she discusses the pain of a high-control Amish lifestyle. While she admits there were parts of that life that she cherished, there were also parts that were devastating and unbearable. If you haven’t already, go back and listen to part 1. […] FPI (8) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noPart 2 of 2 This is part 2 of our discussion with Nora as she discusses the pain of a high-control Amish lifestyle. While she admits there were parts of that life that she cherished, there were also parts that were devastating and unbearable. If you haven’t already, go back and listen to part 1. […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2026/01/14/429-nora-bontrager-living-the-non-amish-life-part-1/ Wed, 14 Jan 2026 11:33:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7652 2757 7652Karl Forehand Part 1 of 2 This is part 1 of our discussion with Nora as she discusses the pain of a high-control Amish lifestyle. While she admits there were parts of that life that she cherished, there were also parts that were devastating and unbearable. Enjoy part 1 of 2. Reach out to Nora on Tiktok […] FPI (7) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noPart 1 of 2 This is part 1 of our discussion with Nora as she discusses the pain of a high-control Amish lifestyle. While she admits there were parts of that life that she cherished, there were also parts that were devastating and unbearable. Enjoy part 1 of 2. Reach out to Nora on Tiktok […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2026/01/02/428-stuart-delony-the-tribulation-survival-guide/ Fri, 02 Jan 2026 18:55:06 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7642 3405 7642Karl Forehand Stuart Delony, is a former pastor who walked out of the church but couldn’t shake the ways of Jesus. These days, he hosts Snarky Faith—a podcast and platform that wrestles with faith, culture, and meaning from the fringe. He is not here to fix Christianity. He’s determined to name what’s broken, find what’s still worth keeping, […] FPI (5) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noStuart Delony, is a former pastor who walked out of the church but couldn’t shake the ways of Jesus. These days, he hosts Snarky Faith—a podcast and platform that wrestles with faith, culture, and meaning from the fringe. He is not here to fix Christianity. He’s determined to name what’s broken, find what’s still worth keeping, […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/11/19/427-becky-garrison-gaslighting-for-god/ Wed, 19 Nov 2025 11:06:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7635 4303 7635Karl Forehand Gaslighting for God is a no-BS survival guide to dodging narcissistic gurus and reclaiming your spiritual sanity—with wit, wisdom, and a whole lot of side-eye. With the sharpness of a court jester’s wit, Garrison uncovers the tactics of narcissistic gurus who weaponize faith to build empires—whether they’re celebrity pastors pushing prosperity gospel or retreat leaders draped in faux humility. […] FPI (3) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noGaslighting for God is a no-BS survival guide to dodging narcissistic gurus and reclaiming your spiritual sanity—with wit, wisdom, and a whole lot of side-eye. With the sharpness of a court jester’s wit, Garrison uncovers the tactics of narcissistic gurus who weaponize faith to build empires—whether they’re celebrity pastors pushing prosperity gospel or retreat leaders draped in faux humility. […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/11/12/426-melody-post-cultimatum/ Wed, 12 Nov 2025 11:43:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7627 4636 7627Karl Forehand The Cultimatum Podcast A deep dive into the dark world of cults, coercive control, and trauma recovery. Hosted by survivor and producer Melody Post, Cultimatum gives voice to those who’ve escaped — and educates those who never saw it coming. Are you serious about deconstruction and asking bigger questions? If that’s the case, this book […] FPI (2) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noThe Cultimatum Podcast A deep dive into the dark world of cults, coercive control, and trauma recovery. Hosted by survivor and producer Melody Post, Cultimatum gives voice to those who’ve escaped — and educates those who never saw it coming. Are you serious about deconstruction and asking bigger questions? If that’s the case, this book […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/10/22/425-a-chat-with-tia-levings/ Wed, 22 Oct 2025 10:31:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7619 2903 7619Karl Forehand Recruited into the fundamentalist Quiverfull movement as a young wife, Tia Levings learned that being a good Christian meant following a list of additional life principles––a series of secret, special rules to obey. Being a godly and submissive wife in Christian Patriarchy included strict discipline, isolation, and an alternative lifestyle that appeared wholesome to outsiders. […] The Desert Sanctuary (2) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noRecruited into the fundamentalist Quiverfull movement as a young wife, Tia Levings learned that being a good Christian meant following a list of additional life principles––a series of secret, special rules to obey. Being a godly and submissive wife in Christian Patriarchy included strict discipline, isolation, and an alternative lifestyle that appeared wholesome to outsiders. […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/10/16/424-karl-laura-why-we-dont-need-religion/ Thu, 16 Oct 2025 18:16:23 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7612 2462 7612Karl Forehand I am fully convinced that connection is essential for us as human beings. It begins early in life when we form an attachment to our mother or caregiver. If we don’t receive proper care during childhood, we can face issues later on. The quality of that care is essential and significantly affects us. We need […] The Desert Sanctuary karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noI am fully convinced that connection is essential for us as human beings. It begins early in life when we form an attachment to our mother or caregiver. If we don’t receive proper care during childhood, we can face issues later on. The quality of that care is essential and significantly affects us. We need […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/10/01/423-survivor-stories-dr-leona-stucky/ Wed, 01 Oct 2025 10:48:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7602 5269 7602Karl Forehand A couple of years ago, a group of women encouraged me to read women’s stories. They echoed each other’s sentiments that men, especially pastors, tend to read theology and leadership books, but ignore stories about women’s experience. Instead of reading the stories, Laura and I interviewed and listened to women who had experienced toxic religion, […] FPI (1) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noA couple of years ago, a group of women encouraged me to read women’s stories. They echoed each other’s sentiments that men, especially pastors, tend to read theology and leadership books, but ignore stories about women’s experience. Instead of reading the stories, Laura and I interviewed and listened to women who had experienced toxic religion, […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/09/24/422-steve-dorthy-halley-the-river-of-cruelty/ Wed, 24 Sep 2025 13:53:43 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7596 3695 7596Karl Forehand The Family Peace Initiative (FPI) is a certified battering intervention program operated by Halley Counseling Services, P.A. Presently, FPI operates more than 25+ groups in communities throughout the state of Kansas. Along with direct service, the staff of the FPI conducts training through workshops and conferences focusing on battering intervention facilitation and battering motivation. FPI […] FPI karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noThe Family Peace Initiative (FPI) is a certified battering intervention program operated by Halley Counseling Services, P.A. Presently, FPI operates more than 25+ groups in communities throughout the state of Kansas. Along with direct service, the staff of the FPI conducts training through workshops and conferences focusing on battering intervention facilitation and battering motivation. FPI […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/09/18/421-the-religious-trauma-collective/ Thu, 18 Sep 2025 14:45:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7573 3390 7573Karl Forehand Australia and New Zealand The Religious Trauma Collective We are therapists who have personal and professional experience with religious harm and the trauma that can come from losing your worldview and identity, where it was once found in faith. We see a significant gap in understanding of this harm and this particular trauma, there is […] Bruce Epperly (5) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noAustralia and New Zealand The Religious Trauma Collective We are therapists who have personal and professional experience with religious harm and the trauma that can come from losing your worldview and identity, where it was once found in faith. We see a significant gap in understanding of this harm and this particular trauma, there is […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/09/10/420-deconstruction-questions-10-15/ Wed, 10 Sep 2025 10:22:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7585 3202 7585Karl Forehand Finding Truth starts with asking good questions Are you serious about deconstruction and asking bigger questions? If that’s the case, this book was created for you. As a former pastor, I made the mistake of deconstructing a bit and then trying to start something new, as I was trained to do. The problem with that […] 1 karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noFinding Truth starts with asking good questions Are you serious about deconstruction and asking bigger questions? If that’s the case, this book was created for you. As a former pastor, I made the mistake of deconstructing a bit and then trying to start something new, as I was trained to do. The problem with that […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/09/03/419-deconstruction-questions-1-9/ Wed, 03 Sep 2025 11:10:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7568 2871 7568Karl Forehand Finding Truth starts with asking good questions Are you serious about deconstruction and asking bigger questions? If that’s the case, this book was created for you. As a former pastor, I made the mistake of deconstructing a bit and then trying to start something new, as I was trained to do. The problem with that […] Bruce Epperly (4) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noFinding Truth starts with asking good questions Are you serious about deconstruction and asking bigger questions? If that’s the case, this book was created for you. As a former pastor, I made the mistake of deconstructing a bit and then trying to start something new, as I was trained to do. The problem with that […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/08/28/418-learning-to-celebrate-yourself/ Thu, 28 Aug 2025 14:19:28 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7582 2599 7582Karl Forehand Chapter 9 of 24 This was a big lesson for me. Celebrating my accomplishments is something that I look forward to during every project, but it’s hard for me to do. Several guides in my life, including my current therapist, have reminded me of this fact. This issue is a sticky situation I find myself […] The Desert Sanctuary (8) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noChapter 9 of 24 This was a big lesson for me. Celebrating my accomplishments is something that I look forward to during every project, but it’s hard for me to do. Several guides in my life, including my current therapist, have reminded me of this fact. This issue is a sticky situation I find myself […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/08/20/417-learning-to-trust-yourself/ Wed, 20 Aug 2025 22:00:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7533 3196 7533Karl Forehand Chapter 8 0f 24 Organized religion and many other institutions operate under the mistaken belief that we cannot trust ourselves due to our inherent flaws. We often think leaders possess a unique ability that distinguishes them from others, leading us to defer to and submit to them. In these organizations, both actual and perceived hierarchical […] The Desert Sanctuary (7) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noChapter 8 0f 24 Organized religion and many other institutions operate under the mistaken belief that we cannot trust ourselves due to our inherent flaws. We often think leaders possess a unique ability that distinguishes them from others, leading us to defer to and submit to them. In these organizations, both actual and perceived hierarchical […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/08/13/416-learning-from-survivors/ Wed, 13 Aug 2025 10:49:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7524 3151 7524Karl Forehand Chapter 7 of 24 “Just listening is what turns a victim into a survivor.” – Christine Ristaino When we ask women who have survived abuse and narcissistic relationships within organized religion what men can do to help the situation, they almost always express a desire for men to listen to their survivor stories. Religion encourages […] The Desert Sanctuary (6) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noChapter 7 of 24 “Just listening is what turns a victim into a survivor.” – Christine Ristaino When we ask women who have survived abuse and narcissistic relationships within organized religion what men can do to help the situation, they almost always express a desire for men to listen to their survivor stories. Religion encourages […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/08/01/special-rick-pidcock-ethics-violations-of-dr-laura-anderson/ Fri, 01 Aug 2025 09:59:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7547 3798 7547Karl Forehand One of the leading Trauma Coaches in the Deconstruction world finds herself with some new wall art — 2 ethics violations from AAMFT and more on the way. Rick Pidcock, of Baptist News Global, reported this week on the story. We sat down to discuss his latest blog from Baptist News Global Rick Pidcock is […] The Desert Sanctuary (9) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noOne of the leading Trauma Coaches in the Deconstruction world finds herself with some new wall art — 2 ethics violations from AAMFT and more on the way. Rick Pidcock, of Baptist News Global, reported this week on the story. We sat down to discuss his latest blog from Baptist News Global Rick Pidcock is […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/07/30/415-be-where-you-are-presence/ Wed, 30 Jul 2025 10:03:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7515 2241 7515Karl Forehand Chapter 6 of 24 There is a time to revisit the past. Sometimes, we must connect with our former selves to find genuine healing. Additionally, while making plans is essential, future pursuits can often lead to distractions that result in unproductive living. The ideal place for us to live is wherever we are. Many religions […] The Desert Sanctuary (5) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noChapter 6 of 24 There is a time to revisit the past. Sometimes, we must connect with our former selves to find genuine healing. Additionally, while making plans is essential, future pursuits can often lead to distractions that result in unproductive living. The ideal place for us to live is wherever we are. Many religions […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/07/30/414-be-who-you-are-authenticity/ Wed, 30 Jul 2025 09:33:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7510 2350 7510Karl Forehand Chapter 5 of 24 Many religions suggest that our bodies are inherently flawed, leading to suspicion of their signals. This perspective is both misguided and harmful. Embracing a trauma-informed approach allows us to appreciate that our bodies hold valuable wisdom and are crucial for fostering our intuition and healing from trauma. They convey essential messages […] The Desert Sanctuary (4) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noChapter 5 of 24 Many religions suggest that our bodies are inherently flawed, leading to suspicion of their signals. This perspective is both misguided and harmful. Embracing a trauma-informed approach allows us to appreciate that our bodies hold valuable wisdom and are crucial for fostering our intuition and healing from trauma. They convey essential messages […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/07/23/412-getting-into-your-body/ Wed, 23 Jul 2025 09:26:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7499 2425 7499Karl Forehand Chapter 4 of 24 Many religions suggest that our bodies are inherently flawed, leading to suspicion of their signals. This perspective is both misguided and harmful. Embracing a trauma-informed approach allows us to appreciate that our bodies hold valuable wisdom and are crucial for fostering our intuition and healing from trauma. They convey essential messages […] The Desert Sanctuary (3) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noChapter 4 of 24 Many religions suggest that our bodies are inherently flawed, leading to suspicion of their signals. This perspective is both misguided and harmful. Embracing a trauma-informed approach allows us to appreciate that our bodies hold valuable wisdom and are crucial for fostering our intuition and healing from trauma. They convey essential messages […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/07/16/411-getting-away-from-your-trauma-2/ Wed, 16 Jul 2025 09:53:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7490 2427 7490Karl Forehand Chapter 3 of 24 Are you serious about deconstruction and asking bigger questions? If that’s the case, this book was created for you. As a former pastor, I made the mistake of deconstructing a bit and then trying to start something new, as I was trained to do. The problem with that approach is that […] The Desert Sanctuary (2) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noChapter 3 of 24 Are you serious about deconstruction and asking bigger questions? If that’s the case, this book was created for you. As a former pastor, I made the mistake of deconstructing a bit and then trying to start something new, as I was trained to do. The problem with that approach is that […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/07/09/411-getting-away-from-your-trauma/ Wed, 09 Jul 2025 10:22:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7483 2755 7483Karl Forehand Chapter 2 of 24 Are you serious about deconstruction and asking bigger questions? If that’s the case, this book was created for you. As a former pastor, I made the mistake of deconstructing a bit and then trying to start something new, as I was trained to do. The problem with that approach is that […] The Desert Sanctuary (1) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noChapter 2 of 24 Are you serious about deconstruction and asking bigger questions? If that’s the case, this book was created for you. As a former pastor, I made the mistake of deconstructing a bit and then trying to start something new, as I was trained to do. The problem with that approach is that […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/07/02/410-getting-out-of-survival-mode/ Wed, 02 Jul 2025 10:19:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7474 2791 7474Karl Forehand Chapter 1 of 24 Are you serious about deconstruction and asking bigger questions? If that’s the case, this book was created for you. As a former pastor, I made the mistake of deconstructing a bit and then trying to start something new, as I was trained to do. The problem with that approach is that […] The Desert Sanctuary karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noChapter 1 of 24 Are you serious about deconstruction and asking bigger questions? If that’s the case, this book was created for you. As a former pastor, I made the mistake of deconstructing a bit and then trying to start something new, as I was trained to do. The problem with that approach is that […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/06/25/408-discipline-vs-punishment-rebecca-lewis-pankratz/ Wed, 25 Jun 2025 10:09:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7443 1961 7443Karl Forehand Rebecca is a dedicated advocate working tirelessly with both communities and schools across the United States to tackle poverty and heal trauma. Her journey began in 2011 when, as a single mother of three, she fought her way out of poverty and a trailer park. Discovered by a local poverty resolution project, Rebecca’s transformative journey […] Copy of Copy of Bruce Epperly (9) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noRebecca is a dedicated advocate working tirelessly with both communities and schools across the United States to tackle poverty and heal trauma. Her journey began in 2011 when, as a single mother of three, she fought her way out of poverty and a trailer park. Discovered by a local poverty resolution project, Rebecca’s transformative journey […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/06/23/407-mad-sad-glad-or-afraid-rebecca-lewis-pankratz/ Mon, 23 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7435 2202 7435Karl Forehand Rebecca is a dedicated advocate working tirelessly with both communities and schools across the United States to tackle poverty and heal trauma. Her journey began in 2011 when, as a single mother of three, she fought her way out of poverty and a trailer park. Discovered by a local poverty resolution project, Rebecca’s transformative journey […] Copy of Copy of Bruce Epperly (8) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noRebecca is a dedicated advocate working tirelessly with both communities and schools across the United States to tackle poverty and heal trauma. Her journey began in 2011 when, as a single mother of three, she fought her way out of poverty and a trailer park. Discovered by a local poverty resolution project, Rebecca’s transformative journey […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/06/18/406-larry-jill-jordan-zen-experiences/ Wed, 18 Jun 2025 10:28:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7409 1959 7409Karl Forehand The Places We Won’t Go – 4 of 4 Larry Jordan spent 25 years in investment banking, assisting companies, governments, and non-profit agencies in issuing over $10 billion of municipal bonds for capital projects and cash flows. In 2011, he quit his job and sold his house to spend his life in service. He drove veterans to […] Copy of Bruce Epperly (4) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noThe Places We Won’t Go – 4 of 4 Larry Jordan spent 25 years in investment banking, assisting companies, governments, and non-profit agencies in issuing over $10 billion of municipal bonds for capital projects and cash flows. In 2011, he quit his job and sold his house to spend his life in service. He drove veterans to […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/06/11/405-larry-jill-jordan-quantum-physics/ Wed, 11 Jun 2025 10:34:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7403 2065 7403Karl Forehand The Places We Won’t Go – 3 of 4 Larry Jordan spent 25 years in investment banking, assisting companies, governments, and non-profit agencies in issuing over $10 billion of municipal bonds for capital projects and cash flows. In 2011, he quit his job and sold his house to spend his life in service. He drove veterans to […] Copy of Bruce Epperly (3) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noThe Places We Won’t Go – 3 of 4 Larry Jordan spent 25 years in investment banking, assisting companies, governments, and non-profit agencies in issuing over $10 billion of municipal bonds for capital projects and cash flows. In 2011, he quit his job and sold his house to spend his life in service. He drove veterans to […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/06/04/404-larry-jill-jordan-eastern-religions/ Wed, 04 Jun 2025 09:47:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7398 2351 7398Karl Forehand The Places We Won’t Go – 2 of 4 Larry Jordan spent 25 years in investment banking, assisting companies, governments, and non-profit agencies in issuing over $10 billion of municipal bonds for capital projects and cash flows. In 2011, he quit his job and sold his house to spend his life in service. He drove veterans to […] Copy of Bruce Epperly (2) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noThe Places We Won’t Go – 2 of 4 Larry Jordan spent 25 years in investment banking, assisting companies, governments, and non-profit agencies in issuing over $10 billion of municipal bonds for capital projects and cash flows. In 2011, he quit his job and sold his house to spend his life in service. He drove veterans to […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/05/28/403-larry-jill-jordan-mysticism/ Wed, 28 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7389 2267 7389Karl Forehand The Places We Won’t Go – 1 of 4 Larry Jordan spent 25 years in investment banking, assisting companies, governments, and non-profit agencies in issuing over $10 billion of municipal bonds for capital projects and cash flows. In 2011, he quit his job and sold his house to spend his life in service. He drove veterans to […] Copy of Bruce Epperly (1) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noThe Places We Won’t Go – 1 of 4 Larry Jordan spent 25 years in investment banking, assisting companies, governments, and non-profit agencies in issuing over $10 billion of municipal bonds for capital projects and cash flows. In 2011, he quit his job and sold his house to spend his life in service. He drove veterans to […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/05/21/400-bruce-epperly-jesus-mystic-healer-prophet/ Wed, 21 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7347 2573 7347Karl Forehand Bruce Epperly has served as a congregational pastor and university chaplain, university and seminary professor and administrator, and is a prolific author and lectionary commentator. With over forty years joining pulpit and classroom, Bruce recently retired from congregational ministry after serving eight years as Senior Pastor of South Congregational Church, United Church of Christ, Centerville, MA […] Bruce Epperly (3) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noBruce Epperly has served as a congregational pastor and university chaplain, university and seminary professor and administrator, and is a prolific author and lectionary commentator. With over forty years joining pulpit and classroom, Bruce recently retired from congregational ministry after serving eight years as Senior Pastor of South Congregational Church, United Church of Christ, Centerville, MA […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/05/14/399-bruce-epperly-religion-and-spirituality/ Wed, 14 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7342 2429 7342Karl Forehand Bruce Epperly has served as a congregational pastor and university chaplain, university and seminary professor and administrator, and is a prolific author and lectionary commentator. With over forty years joining pulpit and classroom, Bruce recently retired from congregational ministry after serving eight years as Senior Pastor of South Congregational Church, United Church of Christ, Centerville, MA […] Bruce Epperly (2) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noBruce Epperly has served as a congregational pastor and university chaplain, university and seminary professor and administrator, and is a prolific author and lectionary commentator. With over forty years joining pulpit and classroom, Bruce recently retired from congregational ministry after serving eight years as Senior Pastor of South Congregational Church, United Church of Christ, Centerville, MA […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/05/07/398-bruce-epperly-calm-in-troubled-times/ Wed, 07 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7336 2211 7336Karl Forehand Bruce Epperly has served as a congregational pastor and university chaplain, university and seminary professor and administrator, and is a prolific author and lectionary commentator. With over forty years joining pulpit and classroom, Bruce recently retired from congregational ministry after serving eight years as Senior Pastor of South Congregational Church, United Church of Christ, Centerville, MA […] Bruce Epperly (1) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noBruce Epperly has served as a congregational pastor and university chaplain, university and seminary professor and administrator, and is a prolific author and lectionary commentator. With over forty years joining pulpit and classroom, Bruce recently retired from congregational ministry after serving eight years as Senior Pastor of South Congregational Church, United Church of Christ, Centerville, MA […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/05/05/special-derek-webb-survival-songs/ Tue, 06 May 2025 01:10:43 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7422 2160 7422Karl Forehand NEW ALBUM RELEASE A 30+ year music industry veteran, Derek Webb has sold millions of albums as a founding member of Texas-based folk/rock band Caedmon’s Call and ruffled political & spiritual feathers alike during his over 25-year solo career. His latest project, Survival Songs, is no exception. Written and recorded in just one month, the […] Copy of Copy of Bruce Epperly (1) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noNEW ALBUM RELEASE A 30+ year music industry veteran, Derek Webb has sold millions of albums as a founding member of Texas-based folk/rock band Caedmon’s Call and ruffled political & spiritual feathers alike during his over 25-year solo career. His latest project, Survival Songs, is no exception. Written and recorded in just one month, the […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/04/30/397-bruce-epperly-homegrown-mystics/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 10:17:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7327 2183 7327Karl Forehand Bruce Epperly has served as a congregational pastor and university chaplain, university and seminary professor and administrator, and is a prolific author and lectionary commentator. With over forty years joining pulpit and classroom, Bruce recently retired from congregational ministry after serving eight years as Senior Pastor of South Congregational Church, United Church of Christ, Centerville, MA […] Bruce Epperly karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noBruce Epperly has served as a congregational pastor and university chaplain, university and seminary professor and administrator, and is a prolific author and lectionary commentator. With over forty years joining pulpit and classroom, Bruce recently retired from congregational ministry after serving eight years as Senior Pastor of South Congregational Church, United Church of Christ, Centerville, MA […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/04/23/396-religious-addiction-questions-for-enablers-5-7/ Wed, 23 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7309 2139 7309Karl Forehand Religious Addiction – 4 of 4 This Episode “Questions for Enablers 5-7 Robert Minor holds a Ph.D. from the University of Iowa and has done research in India,Japan, Taiwan, the Near East, and Europe. Besides his interest in history of religions methodology, he concentrates on Indian religious thought and texts, and religion and gender. Among […] Bob Minor (3) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noReligious Addiction – 4 of 4 This Episode “Questions for Enablers 5-7 Robert Minor holds a Ph.D. from the University of Iowa and has done research in India,Japan, Taiwan, the Near East, and Europe. Besides his interest in history of religions methodology, he concentrates on Indian religious thought and texts, and religion and gender. Among […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/04/16/395-religious-addiction-questions-for-enabler-1-4/ Wed, 16 Apr 2025 10:32:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7301 2114 7301Karl Forehand Religious Addiction – 3 of 4 This Episode “Quesions for Enablers 1-4” Stay tuned for part 4 with Robert N. Minor, PhD Robert Minor holds a Ph.D. from the University of Iowa and has done research in India,Japan, Taiwan, the Near East, and Europe. Besides his interest in history of religions methodology, he concentrates on […] Bob Minor (2) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noReligious Addiction – 3 of 4 This Episode “Quesions for Enablers 1-4” Stay tuned for part 4 with Robert N. Minor, PhD Robert Minor holds a Ph.D. from the University of Iowa and has done research in India,Japan, Taiwan, the Near East, and Europe. Besides his interest in history of religions methodology, he concentrates on […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/04/09/394-religious-addiction-the-challenges-of-addiction/ Wed, 09 Apr 2025 10:05:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7290 1385 7290Karl Forehand Religious Addiction – 2 of 4 This Episode “The Challenges of Addiction” Stay tuned for part 3 and 4 with Robert N. Minor, PhD Robert Minor holds a Ph.D. from the University of Iowa and has done research in India,Japan, Taiwan, the Near East, and Europe. Besides his interest in history of religions methodology, he […] Bob Minor (1) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noReligious Addiction – 2 of 4 This Episode “The Challenges of Addiction” Stay tuned for part 3 and 4 with Robert N. Minor, PhD Robert Minor holds a Ph.D. from the University of Iowa and has done research in India,Japan, Taiwan, the Near East, and Europe. Besides his interest in history of religions methodology, he […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/04/04/402-tim-whitaker-tne-how-we-enable-abusers/ Fri, 04 Apr 2025 11:14:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7366 3307 7366Karl Forehand This Episode will be released on both The Unlearning Curve and the Desert Sanctuary podcasts. This episode is an introduction to the situation, and the second episode dives deeper into how we have operated in the past and how people enable the abuser to behave badly (led by Megan South Benninger). History During the 2023 […] Tim Whitaker (2) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noThis Episode will be released on both The Unlearning Curve and the Desert Sanctuary podcasts. This episode is an introduction to the situation, and the second episode dives deeper into how we have operated in the past and how people enable the abuser to behave badly (led by Megan South Benninger). History During the 2023 […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/04/04/401-tim-whitaker-tne-part-1-not-getting-it-still/ Fri, 04 Apr 2025 11:03:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7357 2048 7357Karl Forehand 401 – Tim Whitaker & TNE – Still Not Getting It This Episode will be released on both The Unlearning Curve and the Desert Sanctuary podcasts. This episode is an introduction to the situation, and the second episode dives deeper into how we have operated in the past and how people enable the abuser to […] Tim Whitaker karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)no401 – Tim Whitaker & TNE – Still Not Getting It This Episode will be released on both The Unlearning Curve and the Desert Sanctuary podcasts. This episode is an introduction to the situation, and the second episode dives deeper into how we have operated in the past and how people enable the abuser to […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/04/02/393-religious-addiction-the-high-of-righteousness/ Wed, 02 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7276 1923 7276Karl Forehand Religious Addiction – 1 of 4 This Episode “The High of Righteousness” So it begins, our 4 part interview with Robert N. Minor, PhD Robert Minor holds a Ph.D. from the University of Iowa and has done research in India,Japan, Taiwan, the Near East, and Europe. Besides his interest in history of religions methodology, he […] Bob Minor karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noReligious Addiction – 1 of 4 This Episode “The High of Righteousness” So it begins, our 4 part interview with Robert N. Minor, PhD Robert Minor holds a Ph.D. from the University of Iowa and has done research in India,Japan, Taiwan, the Near East, and Europe. Besides his interest in history of religions methodology, he […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/03/26/392-campfires-in-the-desert/ Wed, 26 Mar 2025 10:15:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7247 2345 7247Karl Forehand Campfires are essential to our history as gathering spots for various cultures and faiths. Their circular setup encourages equal involvement among community members. With fire at the heart, we focus on each other, fostering an environment for sharing experiences and perspectives in the broader world. Campfires have sparked numerous myths and tales. This book culminates […] 1 karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noCampfires are essential to our history as gathering spots for various cultures and faiths. Their circular setup encourages equal involvement among community members. With fire at the heart, we focus on each other, fostering an environment for sharing experiences and perspectives in the broader world. Campfires have sparked numerous myths and tales. This book culminates […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/03/19/391-good-questions-am-i-getting-better/ Wed, 19 Mar 2025 10:08:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7226 1922 7226Karl Forehand Some churches are bold enough to reach beyond their own walls. For a more progressive church, this could involve setting up a booth at a pride festival. Churches engage in parades and community activities and offer free babysitting during their Vacation Bible School and summer camps, hoping to encourage parents to attend the final program […] Copy of episode (12) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noSome churches are bold enough to reach beyond their own walls. For a more progressive church, this could involve setting up a booth at a pride festival. Churches engage in parades and community activities and offer free babysitting during their Vacation Bible School and summer camps, hoping to encourage parents to attend the final program […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/03/12/390-good-questions-who-am-i/ Wed, 12 Mar 2025 10:24:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7216 1720 7216Karl Forehand When we earnestly explore our identity, I believe we will uncover it. In this journey of self-discovery, we might also encounter our wounds. The shame and trauma we reveal may stem from various experiences with the church, or perhaps these issues were overlooked as the church focused on other matters. By being fully present, we […] Copy of episode (11) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noWhen we earnestly explore our identity, I believe we will uncover it. In this journey of self-discovery, we might also encounter our wounds. The shame and trauma we reveal may stem from various experiences with the church, or perhaps these issues were overlooked as the church focused on other matters. By being fully present, we […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/03/05/389-good-questions-what-do-i-feel/ Wed, 05 Mar 2025 10:03:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7202 1544 7202Karl Forehand As I deepen my understanding of trauma and its healing, I’ve come to recognize that articulating my feelings and their location within me is crucial for recovery. This realization was transformative; however, I noticed that religion often overlooks this concept. By its nature, faith tends to dismiss feelings (and even certain facts) in order to […] Copy of episode (10) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noAs I deepen my understanding of trauma and its healing, I’ve come to recognize that articulating my feelings and their location within me is crucial for recovery. This realization was transformative; however, I noticed that religion often overlooks this concept. By its nature, faith tends to dismiss feelings (and even certain facts) in order to […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/03/05/388-good-questions-why-do-we-fear/ Wed, 05 Mar 2025 06:20:58 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7181 7181Karl Forehand The preachers I once respected were exceptionally skilled at conveying the idea, “The world is against you.” This resonated with the congregations I attended, as they often preferred to escape reality by immersing themselves in an artificial community. However, if we take a step back and look at the universe more objectively, we may discover […] Copy of episode (9) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noThe preachers I once respected were exceptionally skilled at conveying the idea, “The world is against you.” This resonated with the congregations I attended, as they often preferred to escape reality by immersing themselves in an artificial community. However, if we take a step back and look at the universe more objectively, we may discover […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/02/19/387-good-questions-why-worship/ Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:39:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7172 7172Karl Forehand If God is real, He should be better than me in many ways. He should use his ability and power to enhance everything in the world. If God has all these abilities that could help me, he/she/they should help me and not require or desire that I “worship” them for being better. The fact that […] Copy of episode (8) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noIf God is real, He should be better than me in many ways. He should use his ability and power to enhance everything in the world. If God has all these abilities that could help me, he/she/they should help me and not require or desire that I “worship” them for being better. The fact that […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/02/12/386-good-questions-are-we-addicted-to-religion/ Wed, 12 Feb 2025 09:38:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7166 7166Karl Forehand Just because the church service feels right and gives the illusion of something magical, doesn’t mean that it is necessarily the best thing for us spiritually—it’s entirely plausible that we are simply addicted to it. Travel Tips for the Desert – Part 3 Travel Tips for the Desert – Part 2 Travel Tips for the […] Copy of episode (7) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noJust because the church service feels right and gives the illusion of something magical, doesn’t mean that it is necessarily the best thing for us spiritually—it’s entirely plausible that we are simply addicted to it. Travel Tips for the Desert – Part 3 Travel Tips for the Desert – Part 2 Travel Tips for the […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/02/05/385-good-questions-why-is-gods-punishment-so-extreme/ Wed, 05 Feb 2025 11:56:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7146 7146Karl Forehand We persist in posing the questions in this series. Some may think these inquiries lead to bitterness or that we’re simply stirring up trouble by raising them. My hope is that these questions guide us toward a more evolved state of being. Outside of organized religion, I can truly listen to the whispers and feel […] Copy of episode (11) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noWe persist in posing the questions in this series. Some may think these inquiries lead to bitterness or that we’re simply stirring up trouble by raising them. My hope is that these questions guide us toward a more evolved state of being. Outside of organized religion, I can truly listen to the whispers and feel […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/01/29/384-good-questions-did-my-tradition-get-it-right/ Wed, 29 Jan 2025 11:33:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7109 7109Karl Forehand My deconstruction began when I started asking questions. The questions weren’t the regular softball questions we asked Sunday school teachers, which propped up what the teacher was already trying to assert. These questions caused the rest of the class to groan, mumble, and, most likely, talk about me behind my back. I continue to ask […] Copy of episode (6) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noMy deconstruction began when I started asking questions. The questions weren’t the regular softball questions we asked Sunday school teachers, which propped up what the teacher was already trying to assert. These questions caused the rest of the class to groan, mumble, and, most likely, talk about me behind my back. I continue to ask […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/01/17/383-good-questions-shouldnt-the-word-be-better/ Sat, 18 Jan 2025 02:44:24 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7100 7100Karl Forehand My deconstruction began when I started asking questions. The questions weren’t the regular softball questions we asked Sunday school teachers, which propped up what the teacher was already trying to assert. These questions caused the rest of the class to groan, mumble, and, most likely, talk about me behind my back. I continue to ask […] Copy of episode (5) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noMy deconstruction began when I started asking questions. The questions weren’t the regular softball questions we asked Sunday school teachers, which propped up what the teacher was already trying to assert. These questions caused the rest of the class to groan, mumble, and, most likely, talk about me behind my back. I continue to ask […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/01/15/382-good-questions-is-church-necessary/ Thu, 16 Jan 2025 02:32:13 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7075 7075Karl Forehand My deconstruction began when I started asking questions. The questions weren’t the regular softball questions we asked Sunday school teachers, which propped up what the teacher was already trying to assert. These questions caused the rest of the class to groan, mumble, and, most likely, talk about me behind my back. I continue to ask […] Copy of episode (4) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noMy deconstruction began when I started asking questions. The questions weren’t the regular softball questions we asked Sunday school teachers, which propped up what the teacher was already trying to assert. These questions caused the rest of the class to groan, mumble, and, most likely, talk about me behind my back. I continue to ask […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/01/08/381-good-questions-get-rid-of-satan/ Wed, 08 Jan 2025 11:27:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7057 7057Karl Forehand My deconstruction began when I started asking questions. The questions weren’t the regular softball questions we asked Sunday school teachers which propped up what the teacher was already trying to assert. These questions caused the rest of the class to groan, mumble, and most likely, talk about me behind my back. I continue to ask […] Copy of episode (3) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noMy deconstruction began when I started asking questions. The questions weren’t the regular softball questions we asked Sunday school teachers which propped up what the teacher was already trying to assert. These questions caused the rest of the class to groan, mumble, and most likely, talk about me behind my back. I continue to ask […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2025/01/01/380-good-questions-a-good-father/ Wed, 01 Jan 2025 11:00:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7030 7030Karl Forehand My deconstruction began when I started asking questions. The questions weren’t the regular softball questions we asked Sunday school teachers which propped up what the teacher was already trying to assert. These questions caused the rest of the class to groan, mumble, and most likely, talk about me behind my back. I tried asking the […] Copy of episode (2) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noMy deconstruction began when I started asking questions. The questions weren’t the regular softball questions we asked Sunday school teachers which propped up what the teacher was already trying to assert. These questions caused the rest of the class to groan, mumble, and most likely, talk about me behind my back. I tried asking the […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/12/30/379-karl-and-laura-2024-in-review/ Mon, 30 Dec 2024 09:45:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=7004 7004Karl Forehand Our New Course is ready to review for FREE! Start Here YouTube Playlist – click here Religious Trauma Resources The Desert Sanctuary Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-desert-sanctuary/id1345562241 Karl Forehand is a former pastor, podcaster, and award-winning author. His books include Out into the Desert, Leaning Forward,  Apparent Faith: What Fatherhood Taught Me About the Father’s Heart, The Tea Shop […] Copy of episode (1) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noOur New Course is ready to review for FREE! Start Here YouTube Playlist – click here Religious Trauma Resources The Desert Sanctuary Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-desert-sanctuary/id1345562241 Karl Forehand is a former pastor, podcaster, and award-winning author. His books include Out into the Desert, Leaning Forward,  Apparent Faith: What Fatherhood Taught Me About the Father’s Heart, The Tea Shop […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/12/23/378-ginger-healy-trauma-sensitive-organizations/ Mon, 23 Dec 2024 11:20:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6931 6931Karl Forehand Ginger Healy MSW, LCSW is a clinical social worker with almost 30 years of experience in the field. Ginger has worked as a child abuse investigator, hospital social worker, and school therapist. She spent 15 years as the social service supervisor at an international adoption agency and was able to travel to provide support for […] Copy of Copy of episode (9) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noGinger Healy MSW, LCSW is a clinical social worker with almost 30 years of experience in the field. Ginger has worked as a child abuse investigator, hospital social worker, and school therapist. She spent 15 years as the social service supervisor at an international adoption agency and was able to travel to provide support for […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/12/18/373-evolving-from-religious-trauma-somatic-therapies/ Wed, 18 Dec 2024 11:10:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6918 6918Karl Forehand Talk therapies engage only the mind, which helps with the awareness that hopefully leads to changes in behavior. Somatic Therapy cultivates body awareness so that people can explore thoughts, emotions, and memories together to enable change, increase resilience, and improve symptoms of PTSD, depression, and anxiety. Then, we are not just aware but more able […] Copy of Copy of Lesson 7 logo (4) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noTalk therapies engage only the mind, which helps with the awareness that hopefully leads to changes in behavior. Somatic Therapy cultivates body awareness so that people can explore thoughts, emotions, and memories together to enable change, increase resilience, and improve symptoms of PTSD, depression, and anxiety. Then, we are not just aware but more able […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/12/16/377-guy-stephens-doing-better-than-seclusion-restraint/ Mon, 16 Dec 2024 15:33:32 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6874 6874Karl Forehand Guy Stephens is a passionate advocate and a nationally recognized expert on restraint and seclusion. In 2019, Guy founded the Alliance Against Seclusion and Restraint (AASR), a highly respected national nonprofit organization. AASR’s mission is to inform changes in policy and practice to reduce and eliminate the use of punitive andexclusionary discipline and outdated behavioral […] Copy of Copy of episode (7) karl4hand This image has an empty alt attribute; its file name is image-4.png karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noGuy Stephens is a passionate advocate and a nationally recognized expert on restraint and seclusion. In 2019, Guy founded the Alliance Against Seclusion and Restraint (AASR), a highly respected national nonprofit organization. AASR’s mission is to inform changes in policy and practice to reduce and eliminate the use of punitive andexclusionary discipline and outdated behavioral […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/12/11/372-evolving-from-religious-trauma-parenting-in-the-desert/ Wed, 11 Dec 2024 11:51:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6909 2957 6909Karl Forehand Parenting is a daunting endeavor. I always felt like it was the most monumental task I ever attempted, yet I had the least training of anything else. There were classes and books available, but they were all over the place regarding theories and practices. My parents got some interesting advice from their religious peers, which […] Copy of Copy of Lesson 7 logo (3) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noParenting is a daunting endeavor. I always felt like it was the most monumental task I ever attempted, yet I had the least training of anything else. There were classes and books available, but they were all over the place regarding theories and practices. My parents got some interesting advice from their religious peers, which […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/12/09/376-rebecca-lewis-pankratz-poverty-and-trauma/ Mon, 09 Dec 2024 11:10:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6819 6819Karl Forehand Keynote Speaker, Trauma Responsive Education, Restorative Justice, Poverty Resolution, Reimagining At-Risk Learners as At-Promise, Building Educational and Community Systems for Better Outcomes “I see you, I hear you, I am with you” – is a phrase Rebecca coined to help people understand the foundational approach for building resilience in kids and staff. Rebecca is a […] Copy of Copy of episode (6) karl4hand This image has an empty alt attribute; its file name is image-4.png karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noKeynote Speaker, Trauma Responsive Education, Restorative Justice, Poverty Resolution, Reimagining At-Risk Learners as At-Promise, Building Educational and Community Systems for Better Outcomes “I see you, I hear you, I am with you” – is a phrase Rebecca coined to help people understand the foundational approach for building resilience in kids and staff. Rebecca is a […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/12/04/evolving-from-religious-trauma-course-lesson-8-thriving-outside-religion/ Wed, 04 Dec 2024 12:32:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6900 2661 6900Karl Forehand I went to church for most of my life. Much of that was in conservative, evangelical congregations. There were some positive aspects of being in a community with loving people. But I also understand that there are deep, systemic problems with religious organizations. In addition to trauma-related issues, organizations struggle with exclusion, othering, fear, and […] Copy of Lesson 7 logo karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noI went to church for most of my life. Much of that was in conservative, evangelical congregations. There were some positive aspects of being in a community with loving people. But I also understand that there are deep, systemic problems with religious organizations. In addition to trauma-related issues, organizations struggle with exclusion, othering, fear, and […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/12/02/375-joe-brummer-becoming-a-trauma-informed-restorative-educator/ Mon, 02 Dec 2024 11:07:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6798 6798Karl Forehand Joe Brummer is a trauma survivor. Having lived through early exposure to violence, child abuse and neglect, and two violent anti-LGBTQ hate crimes, he turned his healing journey into a career in peacebuilding, restorative justice, and consulting in trauma-informed education. He supports schools and youth justice institutions internationally using a trauma-informed restorative lens to create […] Copy of Copy of episode (3) karl4hand This image has an empty alt attribute; its file name is image-4.png karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noJoe Brummer is a trauma survivor. Having lived through early exposure to violence, child abuse and neglect, and two violent anti-LGBTQ hate crimes, he turned his healing journey into a career in peacebuilding, restorative justice, and consulting in trauma-informed education. He supports schools and youth justice institutions internationally using a trauma-informed restorative lens to create […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/11/30/370-evolving-from-religious-trauma-course-lesson-7-darkness-and-shadow/ Sat, 30 Nov 2024 16:05:01 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6893 3473 6893Karl Forehand Evolving From Religious Trauma is a book created by Karl and Laura Forehand © 2024 Images are courtesy of Filmora® https://thedesertsanctuary.org/ Religious Trauma Resources https://thedesertsanctuary.org/treasure-trove/ The Desert Sanctuary Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-desert-sanctuary/id1345562241 Copy of Lesson 7 logo karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noEvolving From Religious Trauma is a book created by Karl and Laura Forehand © 2024 Images are courtesy of Filmora® https://thedesertsanctuary.org/ Religious Trauma Resources https://thedesertsanctuary.org/treasure-trove/ The Desert Sanctuary Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-desert-sanctuary/id1345562241health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/11/24/evolving-from-religious-trauma-course-lesson-6-going-inside-trusting-myself/ Sun, 24 Nov 2024 20:46:52 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6881 6881Karl Forehand Evolving From Religious Trauma is a book created by Karl and Laura Forehand © 2024 Images are courtesy of Filmora® https://thedesertsanctuary.org/ Religious Trauma Resources The Desert Sanctuary Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-desert-sanctuary/id1345562241 Religious Trauma Resources The Desert Sanctuary Podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-desert-sanctuary/id1345562241 Karl Forehand is a former pastor, podcaster, and award-winning author. His books include Out into the Desert, Leaning Forward,  Apparent […] Lesson 6 logo karl4hand This image has an empty alt attribute; its file name is image-4.png karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noEvolving From Religious Trauma is a book created by Karl and Laura Forehand © 2024 Images are courtesy of Filmora® https://thedesertsanctuary.org/ Religious Trauma Resources The Desert Sanctuary Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-desert-sanctuary/id1345562241 Religious Trauma Resources The Desert Sanctuary Podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-desert-sanctuary/id1345562241 Karl Forehand is a former pastor, podcaster, and award-winning author. His books include Out into the Desert, Leaning Forward,  Apparent […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/11/18/364-evolving-from-religious-trauma-course-lesson-5-being-and-becoming/ Mon, 18 Nov 2024 12:10:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6853 6853Karl Forehand Evolving From Religious Trauma is a book created by Karl and Laura Forehand © 2024 Images are courtesy of Filmora® https://thedesertsanctuary.org/ Religious Trauma Resources The Desert Sanctuary Podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-desert-sanctuary/id1345562241 Karl Forehand is a former pastor, podcaster, and award-winning author. His books include Out into the Desert, Leaning Forward,  Apparent Faith: What Fatherhood Taught Me About the Father’s […] Copy of Copy of Copy of Copy of Copy of Copy of episode karl4hand This image has an empty alt attribute; its file name is image-4.png karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noEvolving From Religious Trauma is a book created by Karl and Laura Forehand © 2024 Images are courtesy of Filmora® https://thedesertsanctuary.org/ Religious Trauma Resources The Desert Sanctuary Podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-desert-sanctuary/id1345562241 Karl Forehand is a former pastor, podcaster, and award-winning author. His books include Out into the Desert, Leaning Forward,  Apparent Faith: What Fatherhood Taught Me About the Father’s […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/11/07/367-evolving-from-religious-trauma-course-lesson-4-a-plan-for-us/ Thu, 07 Nov 2024 17:11:41 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6836 6836Karl Forehand Evolving From Religious Trauma is a book created by Karl and Laura Forehand © 2024 Images courtesy of Filmora Treasure Trove of Trauma Resources Karl Forehand is a former pastor, podcaster, and award-winning author. His books include Out into the Desert, Leaning Forward,  Apparent Faith: What Fatherhood Taught Me About the Father’s Heart, The Tea Shop and […] Copy of Copy of Copy of Copy of Copy of episode (2) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noEvolving From Religious Trauma is a book created by Karl and Laura Forehand © 2024 Images courtesy of Filmora Treasure Trove of Trauma Resources Karl Forehand is a former pastor, podcaster, and award-winning author. His books include Out into the Desert, Leaning Forward,  Apparent Faith: What Fatherhood Taught Me About the Father’s Heart, The Tea Shop and […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/10/28/366-evolving-from-religious-trauma-course-lesson-3-four-existential-concerns/ Mon, 28 Oct 2024 10:25:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6809 6809Karl Forehand Evolving From Religious Trauma is a book created by Karl and Laura Forehand © 2024 Images courtesy of Filmora https://www.amazon.com/Evolving-Religious-Trauma-Karl-Forehand-ebook/dp/B0CWMJWY48/ Religious Trauma Resources Treasure Trove of Trauma Resources Religious Trauma Resources Treasure Trove of Trauma Resources The Desert Sanctuary Podcast Copy of Copy of Copy of Copy of Copy of episode (1) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noEvolving From Religious Trauma is a book created by Karl and Laura Forehand © 2024 Images courtesy of Filmora https://www.amazon.com/Evolving-Religious-Trauma-Karl-Forehand-ebook/dp/B0CWMJWY48/ Religious Trauma Resources Treasure Trove of Trauma Resources Religious Trauma Resources Treasure Trove of Trauma Resources The Desert Sanctuary Podcasthealth,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/10/21/evolving-from-religious-trauma-course-lesson-2-what-is-trauma/ Mon, 21 Oct 2024 10:02:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6786 6786Karl Forehand Evolving From Religious Trauma is a book created by Karl and Laura Forehand © 2024 Images courtesy of Filmora Religious Trauma Resources The Desert Sanctuary Podcast Religious Trauma Resources The Desert Sanctuary Podcast Copy of Copy of Copy of Copy of Copy of episode karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noEvolving From Religious Trauma is a book created by Karl and Laura Forehand © 2024 Images courtesy of Filmora Religious Trauma Resources The Desert Sanctuary Podcast Religious Trauma Resources The Desert Sanctuary Podcasthealth,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/10/14/364-evolving-from-religious-trauma-course-lesson-1-its-going-to-be-okay/ Mon, 14 Oct 2024 10:27:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6779 6779Karl Forehand Evolving From Religious Trauma is a book created by Karl and Laura Forehand © 2024 Religious Trauma Resources The Desert Sanctuary Podcast Copy of Copy of Copy of Copy of episode (1) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noEvolving From Religious Trauma is a book created by Karl and Laura Forehand © 2024 Religious Trauma Resources The Desert Sanctuary Podcasthealth,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/10/07/363-evolving-from-religious-trauma-intro/ Mon, 07 Oct 2024 22:43:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6761 264 6761Karl Forehand Karl Forehand is a former pastor, podcaster, and award-winning author. His books include Out into the Desert, Leaning Forward,  Apparent Faith: What Fatherhood Taught Me About the Father’s Heart, The Tea Shop and Being: A Journey Toward Presence and Authenticity.  He is the creator of The Desert Sanctuary podcast and community.  He is married to his […] Copy of Copy of Copy of episode (7) karl4hand This image has an empty alt attribute; its file name is image-4.png karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noKarl Forehand is a former pastor, podcaster, and award-winning author. His books include Out into the Desert, Leaning Forward,  Apparent Faith: What Fatherhood Taught Me About the Father’s Heart, The Tea Shop and Being: A Journey Toward Presence and Authenticity.  He is the creator of The Desert Sanctuary podcast and community.  He is married to his […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/10/04/362-karl-and-laura-elections/ Fri, 04 Oct 2024 13:43:42 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6768 2614 6768Karl Forehand Check in with us as we talk about elections. Karl Forehand is a former pastor, podcaster, and award-winning author. His books include Out into the Desert, Leaning Forward,  Apparent Faith: What Fatherhood Taught Me About the Father’s Heart, The Tea Shop and Being: A Journey Toward Presence and Authenticity.  He is the creator of The Desert […] Copy of Copy of Copy of episode (8) karl4hand This image has an empty alt attribute; its file name is image-4.png karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noCheck in with us as we talk about elections. Karl Forehand is a former pastor, podcaster, and award-winning author. His books include Out into the Desert, Leaning Forward,  Apparent Faith: What Fatherhood Taught Me About the Father’s Heart, The Tea Shop and Being: A Journey Toward Presence and Authenticity.  He is the creator of The Desert […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/09/30/361-ex-pastors-daughter-bex/ Mon, 30 Sep 2024 10:20:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6739 3380 6739Karl Forehand We continue our series on Ex-Pastor’s wives and daughters with Bex. How Religion Lowers our Expectations The World I Want to Live In What Kind of Father is the Christian God? Karl Forehand is a former pastor, podcaster, and award-winning author. His books include Out into the Desert, Leaning Forward,  Apparent Faith: What Fatherhood Taught Me […] Copy of episode (10) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noWe continue our series on Ex-Pastor’s wives and daughters with Bex. How Religion Lowers our Expectations The World I Want to Live In What Kind of Father is the Christian God? Karl Forehand is a former pastor, podcaster, and award-winning author. His books include Out into the Desert, Leaning Forward,  Apparent Faith: What Fatherhood Taught Me […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/09/23/360-sarah-caton-its-okay-to-be-yourself/ Mon, 23 Sep 2024 10:18:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6724 6724Karl Forehand Sarah Caton grew up in a small Mormon town in Utah. Her family wasn’t Mormon, though. Her parents were there on a mission to convert Mormons into fundamentalist Baptists. As a young child, she whole heartedly believed in the family faith and even wanted to become a missionary when she grew up. She taught Sunday […] Copy of Copy of Copy of episode (6) karl4hand This image has an empty alt attribute; its file name is image-4.png karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noSarah Caton grew up in a small Mormon town in Utah. Her family wasn’t Mormon, though. Her parents were there on a mission to convert Mormons into fundamentalist Baptists. As a young child, she whole heartedly believed in the family faith and even wanted to become a missionary when she grew up. She taught Sunday […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/09/16/359-ex-pastors-wives-jessica-jane/ Mon, 16 Sep 2024 16:27:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6668 6668Karl Forehand Jessica is a DV survivor and advocate, as well as a recovering people pleaser (still working on that one). She is currently homeschooling her three kids and is in the beginning stages of becoming a birth doula. Jessa is passionate about advocacy for women, especially survivors of abuse within the church. In her spare time […] Copy of episode (9) karl4hand This image has an empty alt attribute; its file name is image-4.png karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noJessica is a DV survivor and advocate, as well as a recovering people pleaser (still working on that one). She is currently homeschooling her three kids and is in the beginning stages of becoming a birth doula. Jessa is passionate about advocacy for women, especially survivors of abuse within the church. In her spare time […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/09/09/358-ex-pastors-wives-karen-mathson/ Mon, 09 Sep 2024 10:29:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6629 6629Karl Forehand Former Pastor’s Wife Copy of Copy of episode karl4hand This image has an empty alt attribute; its file name is image-4.png karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noFormer Pastor’s Wifehealth,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/09/02/357-ex-pastors-wives-angie-kuiper/ Mon, 02 Sep 2024 10:12:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6622 6622Karl Forehand I was in ministry from age 5- 35. I was raised in the independent fundamental baptist cult. Went to Bible college at Pensacola Christian College for a year. Was married at age 19 and have been married for 26 years.  We moved to NY state to help start a church. We were assistant pastor and […] Copy of episode (8) karl4hand This image has an empty alt attribute; its file name is image-4.png karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noI was in ministry from age 5- 35. I was raised in the independent fundamental baptist cult. Went to Bible college at Pensacola Christian College for a year. Was married at age 19 and have been married for 26 years.  We moved to NY state to help start a church. We were assistant pastor and […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/08/26/356-attachment-an-trauma-network-julie-beem-ginger-healy/ Mon, 26 Aug 2024 10:34:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6657 6657Karl Forehand ATN has grown into the VOICE for traumatized children and their families, schools, and communities. With a membership that reaches around the world, we are proud to be the premier support, education, and advocacy system for those raising or educating traumatized and attachment-disordered children. Remaining true to the vision of our founder, Nancy Spoolstra: Our […] Copy of Copy of Copy of episode (1) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noATN has grown into the VOICE for traumatized children and their families, schools, and communities. With a membership that reaches around the world, we are proud to be the premier support, education, and advocacy system for those raising or educating traumatized and attachment-disordered children. Remaining true to the vision of our founder, Nancy Spoolstra: Our […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/08/23/355-jennifer-knapp-love-just-do-it/ Fri, 23 Aug 2024 10:02:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6585 6585Karl Forehand Podcast Jennifer Knapp is a Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter, author, speaker, and advocate, known for her musical talents and commitment to social causes. With a rich history spanning over two decades, Knapp has left an indelible mark on the music industry. Her career includes the remarkable achievement of selling over one million albums with her first three […] Copy of episode (5) karl4hand This image has an empty alt attribute; its file name is image-4.png karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noPodcast Jennifer Knapp is a Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter, author, speaker, and advocate, known for her musical talents and commitment to social causes. With a rich history spanning over two decades, Knapp has left an indelible mark on the music industry. Her career includes the remarkable achievement of selling over one million albums with her first three […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/08/19/354-rick-pidcock-be-present-love-yourself/ Mon, 19 Aug 2024 10:11:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6648 6648Karl Forehand Rick Pidcock is a writer, poet, musician and speaker who creates new worlds of awareness that foster converging love. He approaches every article, book, album, or presentation as a conversation to cultivate awareness of the complexity, depth, and union within and among us. After twenty years of leading worship in churches, Rick embarked on a season of spiritual healing […] Copy of Copy of episode 3 karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noRick Pidcock is a writer, poet, musician and speaker who creates new worlds of awareness that foster converging love. He approaches every article, book, album, or presentation as a conversation to cultivate awareness of the complexity, depth, and union within and among us. After twenty years of leading worship in churches, Rick embarked on a season of spiritual healing […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/08/12/352-anonymous-andrew-melody-post/ Mon, 12 Aug 2024 05:48:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6687 6687Karl Forehand Anonymous Andrew Anonymous Andrew Podcast: Life and the Choices We Make! A personal journey podcast. Focusing on dating and relationships. After leaving a three year relationship that I endured deception, infidelity, gaslighting, co-dependency and more, I find myself wandering alone in the desert of empty romance. Needing to break a pattern of dating behavior that […] Copy of Copy of Copy of episode (5) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noAnonymous Andrew Anonymous Andrew Podcast: Life and the Choices We Make! A personal journey podcast. Focusing on dating and relationships. After leaving a three year relationship that I endured deception, infidelity, gaslighting, co-dependency and more, I find myself wandering alone in the desert of empty romance. Needing to break a pattern of dating behavior that […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/08/09/351-brady-hardin-put-your-god-on-trial/ Fri, 09 Aug 2024 10:54:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6609 6609Karl Forehand Podcast https://www.facebook.com/bradyhardin/ Karl Forehand is a former pastor, podcaster, and award-winning author. His books include Out into the Desert, Leaning Forward,  Apparent Faith: What Fatherhood Taught Me About the Father’s Heart, The Tea Shop and Being: A Journey Toward Presence and Authenticity.  He is the creator of The Desert Sanctuary podcast and community.  He is married […] Copy of episode (7) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noPodcast https://www.facebook.com/bradyhardin/ Karl Forehand is a former pastor, podcaster, and award-winning author. His books include Out into the Desert, Leaning Forward,  Apparent Faith: What Fatherhood Taught Me About the Father’s Heart, The Tea Shop and Being: A Journey Toward Presence and Authenticity.  He is the creator of The Desert Sanctuary podcast and community.  He is married […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/08/04/350-jobeth-roberts-its-always-okay-to-be-curious/ Sun, 04 Aug 2024 21:06:15 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6530 6530Karl Forehand JoBeth Roberts is a spiritual entrepreneur. She’s a lifelong seeker, Mom, Hairstylist, Podcaster, and Fitness Instructor who’s naturally inclined toward optimism. She started sharing her relational travels in 2023 on her Podcast JoBeth on the Journey. She gains inspiration for forward motion by stories that are empathic fuel during these times. JoBeth knows love binds […] episode (5) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noJoBeth Roberts is a spiritual entrepreneur. She’s a lifelong seeker, Mom, Hairstylist, Podcaster, and Fitness Instructor who’s naturally inclined toward optimism. She started sharing her relational travels in 2023 on her Podcast JoBeth on the Journey. She gains inspiration for forward motion by stories that are empathic fuel during these times. JoBeth knows love binds […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/07/29/349-liz-jenkins-patriarchy-harms-everyone/ Mon, 29 Jul 2024 10:24:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6597 6597Karl Forehand From her website: Hi, I’m Liz. I live in the Seattle area with my husband Ken, our gorgeous black cat Athena, and our many plant babies. When not writing, you can find me swimming, jogging, hiking, baking, attempting to grow vegetables, and/or drinking a lot of tea. In another life, I was a Christian minister […] Copy of episode (6) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noFrom her website: Hi, I’m Liz. I live in the Seattle area with my husband Ken, our gorgeous black cat Athena, and our many plant babies. When not writing, you can find me swimming, jogging, hiking, baking, attempting to grow vegetables, and/or drinking a lot of tea. In another life, I was a Christian minister […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/07/26/348-becky-garrison-tune-into-your-body-and-find-the-spirit/ Fri, 26 Jul 2024 10:01:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6637 6637Karl Forehand Since moving to the Pacific Northwest in 2014, Becky Garrison has been covering this region’s craft culture including food, beer, wine, spirits, cider, coffee, and cannabis/CBD, as well as the regional festival scene, and the rise of secular spiritual communities.  Her eight books include her latest release Distilled in Washington: A History (The History Press, 2024), a book that […] Copy of Copy of episode (1) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noSince moving to the Pacific Northwest in 2014, Becky Garrison has been covering this region’s craft culture including food, beer, wine, spirits, cider, coffee, and cannabis/CBD, as well as the regional festival scene, and the rise of secular spiritual communities.  Her eight books include her latest release Distilled in Washington: A History (The History Press, 2024), a book that […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/07/22/347-marla-taviano-i-am-committed-to-your-wholeness/ Mon, 22 Jul 2024 10:42:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6406 6406Karl Forehand Marla Taviano (she/her/hers) is into: books, love, justice, globes, anti-racism, blue, gray, rainbows, poems (and a hundred other things). Reads and writes for a living (and a life). Mom to some freaking awesome kids. Wears her heart on her t-shirts. On a mission/ quest/ journey to live wholefarted (not a typo). (Big fan of parenthesis-and […] Copy of episode karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noMarla Taviano (she/her/hers) is into: books, love, justice, globes, anti-racism, blue, gray, rainbows, poems (and a hundred other things). Reads and writes for a living (and a life). Mom to some freaking awesome kids. Wears her heart on her t-shirts. On a mission/ quest/ journey to live wholefarted (not a typo). (Big fan of parenthesis-and […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/07/15/346-sheri-pallas-only-connect/ Mon, 15 Jul 2024 09:26:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6429 6429Karl Forehand My PhD is in Comparative Religion. I focus on dispelling the hate and exclusivity caused by religion, addressing the misinformation, and healing religious trauma. The “Religious Right” is very wrong. My upcoming book, “We Have Ruined God: My Journey Out of Religion and Into Unconditional Love” addresses the patriarchal deception and agenda-driven dogma that has infected religions […] Copy of episode (4) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noMy PhD is in Comparative Religion. I focus on dispelling the hate and exclusivity caused by religion, addressing the misinformation, and healing religious trauma. The “Religious Right” is very wrong. My upcoming book, “We Have Ruined God: My Journey Out of Religion and Into Unconditional Love” addresses the patriarchal deception and agenda-driven dogma that has infected religions […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/07/12/345-chris-morehouse-wisdom-of-african-traditions/ Fri, 12 Jul 2024 10:30:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6420 6420Karl Forehand Chris Morehouse holds a Master’s in Public and International Affairs from the University of Pittsburgh, where he focused on economic and social development in Africa. He has long admired the way that African proverbs encapsulate profound wisdom in vivid ways. A legacy for all, African proverbs often accord with Judeo-Christian teachings. He serves as a […] Copy of episode (1) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noChris Morehouse holds a Master’s in Public and International Affairs from the University of Pittsburgh, where he focused on economic and social development in Africa. He has long admired the way that African proverbs encapsulate profound wisdom in vivid ways. A legacy for all, African proverbs often accord with Judeo-Christian teachings. He serves as a […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/07/08/346-tiffany-yecke-brooks-holy-ghosted/ Mon, 08 Jul 2024 10:31:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6046 3385 6046Karl Forehand Are you questioning the church of your upbringing but want to maintain your faith? Do you want to cut ties with your denomination, but fear abandonment by God? Are you struggling with spiritual anxiety—fear of hell, obsessive religious ritual, or feelings of never measuring up?  Tiffany Yecke Brooks first explored reconstructing faith in Gaslighted by God. In […] episode (27) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noAre you questioning the church of your upbringing but want to maintain your faith? Do you want to cut ties with your denomination, but fear abandonment by God? Are you struggling with spiritual anxiety—fear of hell, obsessive religious ritual, or feelings of never measuring up?  Tiffany Yecke Brooks first explored reconstructing faith in Gaslighted by God. In […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/07/05/343-christa-brown-you-matter/ Fri, 05 Jul 2024 10:34:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6438 6438Karl Forehand Christa Brown has been described as “the public face” of Baptist clergy sex abuse survivors. She talks openly about the minister who molested and raped her when she was a kid. She wrote about her experience in her book, Baptistland: A Memoir of Abuse, Betrayal, and Transformation. She was the first Baptist clergy sex abuse survivor […] Copy of episode (3) karl4hand This image has an empty alt attribute; its file name is image.png karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noChrista Brown has been described as “the public face” of Baptist clergy sex abuse survivors. She talks openly about the minister who molested and raped her when she was a kid. She wrote about her experience in her book, Baptistland: A Memoir of Abuse, Betrayal, and Transformation. She was the first Baptist clergy sex abuse survivor […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/07/01/342-brittney-hartley-we-seem-to-be-bad-at-this/ Mon, 01 Jul 2024 10:40:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6542 6542Karl Forehand Brittney Hartley is an Atheist Spiritual Director, Author of No Nonsense Spirituality, and has a Masters Degree in Theology with a focus on the Future of American Religion. https://nononsensespirituality.com/ Karl Forehand is a former pastor, podcaster, and award-winning author. His books include Out into the Desert, Leaning Forward,  Apparent Faith: What Fatherhood Taught Me About the […] Copy of episode karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noBrittney Hartley is an Atheist Spiritual Director, Author of No Nonsense Spirituality, and has a Masters Degree in Theology with a focus on the Future of American Religion. https://nononsensespirituality.com/ Karl Forehand is a former pastor, podcaster, and award-winning author. His books include Out into the Desert, Leaning Forward,  Apparent Faith: What Fatherhood Taught Me About the […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/06/26/341-karl-laura-pride-month-wrap-up/ Thu, 27 Jun 2024 01:52:11 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6452 6452Karl Forehand Pride month finale’. Karl Forehand is a former pastor, podcaster, and award-winning author. His books include Out into the Desert, Leaning Forward,  Apparent Faith: What Fatherhood Taught Me About the Father’s Heart, The Tea Shop and Being: A Journey Toward Presence and Authenticity.  He is the creator of The Desert Sanctuary podcast and community.  He is […] episode (33) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noPride month finale’. Karl Forehand is a former pastor, podcaster, and award-winning author. His books include Out into the Desert, Leaning Forward,  Apparent Faith: What Fatherhood Taught Me About the Father’s Heart, The Tea Shop and Being: A Journey Toward Presence and Authenticity.  He is the creator of The Desert Sanctuary podcast and community.  He is […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/06/23/340-susan-and-rob-cottrell-upstander-or-bystander/ Sun, 23 Jun 2024 12:50:47 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6380 6380Karl Forehand SUSAN COTTRELL is an international speaker whose TEDx talk has 1.6 million views. OutSmart magazine called her “The Mother of All MamaBears.” The Advocate dubbed her “our favorite affirming matriarch.” She is a prominent voice for the LGBTQ community and their faith parents who has been featured on ABC’s 20/20, Nightline and Good Morning America, on NBC News Out, and as a contributor on the Our Bible app. She […] episode (30) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noSUSAN COTTRELL is an international speaker whose TEDx talk has 1.6 million views. OutSmart magazine called her “The Mother of All MamaBears.” The Advocate dubbed her “our favorite affirming matriarch.” She is a prominent voice for the LGBTQ community and their faith parents who has been featured on ABC’s 20/20, Nightline and Good Morning America, on NBC News Out, and as a contributor on the Our Bible app. She […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/06/16/339-derek-webb-kindness-is-more-important-than-rightness/ Sun, 16 Jun 2024 17:43:06 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6392 3786 6392Karl Forehand A 30 year music industry veteran, Derek Webb has sold millions of albums while ruffling political & spiritual feathers alike as both a solo artist and a founding member of Texas-based folk/rock band Caedmon’s Call.  https://www.derekwebb.com/ episode (31) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noA 30 year music industry veteran, Derek Webb has sold millions of albums while ruffling political & spiritual feathers alike as both a solo artist and a founding member of Texas-based folk/rock band Caedmon’s Call.  https://www.derekwebb.com/health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/06/10/338-flamy-grant-make-space-to-celebrate/ Mon, 10 Jun 2024 10:39:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=6348 3941 6348Karl Forehand Award-winning and Billboard-charting artist Flamy Grant is a shame-slaying, hip-swaying, singing-songwriting drag queen from Asheville, North Carolina. Her 2022 debut record, Bible Belt Baby, reached the #1 spot on the iTunes Christian Charts (the first drag performer to achieve this feat), was nominated for Best Pop Album at the San Diego Music Awards, and was […] episode (28) karl4hand This image has an empty alt attribute; its file name is image-1.png karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noAward-winning and Billboard-charting artist Flamy Grant is a shame-slaying, hip-swaying, singing-songwriting drag queen from Asheville, North Carolina. Her 2022 debut record, Bible Belt Baby, reached the #1 spot on the iTunes Christian Charts (the first drag performer to achieve this feat), was nominated for Best Pop Album at the San Diego Music Awards, and was […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic https://thedesertsanctuary.org/2024/06/03/337-rick-gregory/ Mon, 03 Jun 2024 07:24:00 +0000 http://thedesertsanctuary.org/?p=5900 3243 5900Karl Forehand Rick Gregory is a former pastor turned spiritual life coach after experiencing a spiritual awakening. Through battling years of active alcoholism and undergoing a process of religious deconstruction, Rick has arrived at a profound realization: that the essence of truth, power, and the Kingdom of God—by whatever name one chooses to call God—resides within each […] episode (26) karl4hand karl@karlscoaching.com (Karl and Laura Forehand)noRick Gregory is a former pastor turned spiritual life coach after experiencing a spiritual awakening. Through battling years of active alcoholism and undergoing a process of religious deconstruction, Rick has arrived at a profound realization: that the essence of truth, power, and the Kingdom of God—by whatever name one chooses to call God—resides within each […]health,spirituality,religion,vegan,plant,based,authentic