Jinger Duggar's Tell-All Book:
Jinger Duggar doesn't shy away from sharing her true feelings about her upbringing in her new book, "Becoming Free Indeed," and in interviews. She describes her childhood as marked by fear due to the strict.
Fear-Based Upbringing:
Growing up, Jinger lived in constant fear, feeling paralyzed by anxiety and unsure of what was expected of her by God. She attributes this fear to the teachings of Bill Gothard, the founder of IBLP, which instilled superstition and a sense of dread in her.
Shift in Perspective:
It wasn't until 2017 that Jinger began to question the harmful teachings she was raised with, particularly after meeting people with different beliefs, like her brother-in-law Ben Seewald.
Cult-Like Tendencies:
Jinger acknowledges the cult-like tendencies within the IBLP community and the extreme beliefs enforced by her family, such as strict dress codes and restrictions on music.
Heartbreaking Childhood Experiences:
Jinger shares a poignant childhood memory of fearing that attending a family game could anger God enough to cause her harm.
Motivation to Speak Out:
Despite the challenges she faced, Jinger hopes that sharing her story will help others who are still struggling with similar experiences. She wants to shed light on the harmful effects of her upbringing.
Empowerment Through Sharing:
Jinger sees her journey as a path to empowerment and healing. By speaking out about her past, she aims to offer hope to others and break the cycle of fear and control perpetuated by harmful teachings.