Key Insights
Why did Sarah's parents' religious beliefs shift when she was around 10 years old?
Her father got involved in Alcoholics Anonymous, which led to their family joining a cult.
How did Sarah's experience in the cult affect her views on parenting?
She questioned the abusive and controlling methods used by her parents, leading her to seek alternative, nurturing parenting styles.
What significant event led Sarah to move in with a foster family?
Her friend's mother, concerned about Sarah's home life, offered for her to live with them, and Sarah eventually accepted.
How did Sarah's foster family influence her decision to convert to Judaism?
They provided a supportive environment and introduced her to Jewish customs and community, which she found comforting and stabilizing.
What challenges did Sarah face during her high-risk pregnancy?
She had to be on bed rest from week 12, quit her job, and relied heavily on her partner for physical support and care.
How did the Facebook parenting group help Sarah during her postpartum psychosis?
The group provided a supportive community where she could share her struggles and receive advice, though it was mixed with some negative interactions.
What was the shocking revelation about Becky, an admin in Sarah's parenting group?
Becky was a catfish who fabricated her entire life, including being a parent, and used stolen photos to create a false identity.
How did Becky's deception impact Sarah's self-confidence as a parent?
Becky's false persona made Sarah doubt her abilities and feel inadequate, but the revelation that Becky was a fraud ultimately boosted Sarah's confidence in her own journey.
What positive outcome came from Becky's deception for Sarah?
It strengthened her bond with other real parents in the group who rallied together to support each other, fostering a more genuine and supportive community.
How has Sarah's perspective on her own life changed after the Becky incident?
She feels proud of her real-life achievements and resilience, seeing them as harder than the lies Becky fabricated, which has bolstered her self-esteem.
Chapters
- Sarah's parents shifted from being anti-religion to joining a cult.
- The cult's strict rules and high standards around purity affected Sarah's self-perception.
- Sarah's natural curiosity and questioning nature were seen as rebellious by the cult.
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