When Tristan Phipps left the 2x2's he shut off that part of his life to himself and to those around him. A mental health crisis forced him to acknowledge what had happened and to break out of the isolation of the masculine role he had been raised with. His efforts to help other cult survivors has become a key part of his own deconstruction and healing.
Tristan's social media
Masculinity resources
Road to healing Aoteoroa – for male survivors of sexual abuse
The Yarnsmen (NZ) - sparking yarns and fostering connection
She is not your rehab (NZ) - anti-violence movement
The Man Cave (Aus) - preventative mental health charity
The Man Box (Aus) - study that focuses on attitudes to manhood
Dr Michael Flood (Aus) - sociologist
Tomorrow Man (Aus) - workshops
Jeremy Mohler (US) - therapist helping men and couples have healthier relationships
Christopher Pepper (US) - educator, and the co-author of “TALK TO YOUR BOYS\"
Remaking Manhood: The Healthy Masculinity Podcast (US)
Truth 2x2 Cult Kids Socials
Support
LBH good trauma informed, cult sensitive therapists and support are hard to find. Please persist and try to find one that works for you. If you’re in a tough spot right now, please know you’re not alone.
Links:
The Religious Trauma Collective
As an Australian CSA survivor, the best support I’ve accessed at my lowest points, has been through Survivor Hub
QLife support the LGBTQIA+ community in Australia
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