Episode 20 - Chelsea's Story - Life in the IBLP and Escaping to Freedom

Today, I have the privilege of talking with Chelsea Butler. Chelsea spent her first fourteen years in the IBLP, a group she describes as a cult. Some of us are familiar with the Duggar family from 19 Kids and Counting, but I know that I, for one, did not truly know much about the IBLP, the belief system they follow. Chelsea explains how these teachings, including their specific home school model, oppress women and children. She discusses disciplinary methods, a typical day in the life of a family in the IBLP, and how her mother finally had enough. She tells the story about how her mother left the IBLP with her children in tow, leading them toward freedom and a better life. Chelsea has two children of her own today, and we discuss how her experience with this group affects how she parents her kids. Such an interesting and inspiring story!

You can find my book, Learning to Breathe, at:

https://www.amazon.com/Learning-Breathe-story-micropreemies-defied-ebook/dp/B083S6R3CN/ref=sr_1_1?crid=RUDD8XIP3YUT&keywords=learning+to+breathe+heather+evans&qid=1675870004&sprefix=learning+to+breathe+heather+evans%2Caps%2C101&sr=8-1

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Have a great week!

Heather