About this episode
Join Julie Jancius and actress-author Bethany Joy Lenz ( One Tree Hill ) for a raw, transformative conversation about her memoir Dinner for Vampires —a deep dive into surviving cults, narcissistic abuse, and reclaiming spiritual autonomy. Discover how to spot manipulation, set boundaries, and heal through faith and critical thinking. 🌟 Key Topics: Cults vs. Narcissistic Abuse: Why "cult" is outdated—and what to call it instead. Biblical Misinterpretations: How spiritual authority is weaponized. Healthy Boundaries: Loving detachment vs. toxic isolation. Healing Through Writing: Bethany’s journey from trauma to empowerment. 💫 Julie’s Offerings: Angel Reiki School: Master mediumship and energy healing (in-person or online). Membership: March’s focus: Discover Your Spiritual Gifts . 👉 Grab Bethany’s Book: Dinner for Vampires – Available now! 📚 Follow Bethany: @bethanyjoylenz #CultSurvivor #SpiritualHealing #NarcissisticAbuse #FaithJourney #Boundaries Subscribe for soul-shifting conversations every week! ✨ TIMESTAMPED OVERVIEW 00:00 Introduction to Angels and Awakening Podcast 02:04 Bethany Joy Lenz Introduces Dinner for Vampires 03:10 Defining Narcissistic Abuse vs. Cult Dynamics 06:00 Spiritual Authority and Church Trauma 10:00 Reconciling Faith, Justice, and Divine Love 15:09 Healing from Spiritual Manipulation 21:09 Boundaries vs. Isolation in Toxic Systems 25:00 Raising Critical Thinkers in Spiritual Communities 31:00 Biblical Context and Modern Misinterpretations 35:00 Surviving Narcissistic Abuse in Family Dynamics 40:00 CS Lewis’ Wisdom on Healthy Relationships 45:60 Writing as Healing: Bethany’s Book Journey 50:00 Closing: Hallmark Films and Final Takeaways 👉 Free Resources & Enrollment: theangelmedium.com #AngelMessages #SpiritualHealer #IntuitionAwakening #ArchangelGuidance #SoulPurpose Subscribe for weekly divine insights! ✨ Join the Angels and Awakening community at theangelmedium.com and begin your own journey from isolation to illumination. 🌟 Angel Membership ✨ It’s not too late to join! ✨ The Angel Membership is your pathway to a life aligned with your angels’ guidance. Each month, you’ll receive a new course, join live weekly events, and connect with a supportive community of like-minded souls. 👉 https://theangelmedium.com/angelmembership Angel Reiki School Feeling called to step into your spiritual gifts? Start online today and receive FREE tuition for an in-person training this spring (April 11-13, 2025, in OakBrook, IL) or fall. Become a certified healer through mediumship, angel messages, and energy healing. 👉 https://theangelmedium.com/get-certified New Readings with Julie Book a 25-minute reading recorded for the podcast and social media. Hear what your angels have to say and share their guidance with others! 👉 https://calendly.com/juliejancius/promoreadings Not Sure Where to Start? Email me at julie@theangelmedium.com or book a free discovery call. 👉 https://calendly.com/juliejancius/discovery-call Day 31 of 31 Miracles: Your soul is already perfect, just as it is. Today, your Spirit Team invites you to see yourself through the eyes of the divine—whole, complete, and worthy of love. Release the need to strive for perfection and embrace the beauty of who you are in this moment. You are a unique expression of divine love, and the world is better because you’re in it. Keywords: Bethany Joy Lenz, Dinner for Vampires, cult survivor, narcissistic abuse, spiritual healing, spiritual authority, toxic religion, faith and boundaries, critical thinking, spiritual trauma, church manipulation, healing from cults, Julie Jancius, Angels and Awakening Podcast, spiritual gaslighting, biblical misinterpretation, narcissistic manipulation, healthy boundaries, spiritual empowerment, spiritual community, divine love, Angel Reiki, spiritual gifts, narcissistic recovery, spiritual awakening, religious trauma, cult dynamics, faith journey, spiritual boundaries, healing through writing, toxic systems, spiritual autonomy