Despite your deconstruction, you're still feeling stuck. The church trauma lingers. Your body tenses during conflict. Shame shows up in the bedroom. And that voice in your head? It still sounds suspiciously like your old youth pastor.

You’re not alone. Religious trauma runs deep—and it doesn’t go away just because you’ve switched belief systems or can finally say “masturbation” out loud without flinching.

Let’s break down four sneaky reasons why you’re still feeling stuck, even after leaving harmful religious systems. And more importantly, let’s talk about how to actually start healing.