# Episode 183. Inside a Spiritual Cult: Survivor Shares Her Story | Isabella Young

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Published: 2026-04-14T10:00:03+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode, I sit down with Isabella Young, a cult survivor who shares her personal story of life inside a spiritual group, the manipulation she experienced, and how she eventually found her way out. ⚠️ Viewer Discretion Advised: This conversation includes sensitive topics such as abuse, trauma, and cult experiences. There is also brief strong language.Isabella opens up about what it was really like behind the scenes—how control is established, how belief systems are shaped, and what it takes to break free. This is a raw and unfiltered conversation meant to bring awareness and understanding to something most people never see. 👉 The full, deeper conversation (uncut) is available on the Plus side.Listen to Full Episode: https://www.patreon.com/wakeupwithmiya Join the Plus Side: https://www.patreon.com/wakeupwithmiya If this conversation resonates, share it with someone who needs to hear it.Isabella's website: https://feelingbetternaturally.love/ BUY ME A COFFEE LINK Support the Show & Stay Connected: Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/sensiblehippie Join My Patreon for ad-free episodes & exclusive content: https://Patreon.com/WakeupwithMiya If you’re joining Waiola – The Plus Side, please subscribe through a web browser (Safari or Chrome) instead of the Patreon app — it directly supports the show. Mahalo nui loa for supporting independent work and helping keep this platform growing. Shop my Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/profile/amzn1.account.AGYOPCXXGH6MN5RVAKGQWVZUZLEA/list/26B87RB4FZ9W2?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_6BWRT43TH4MY2NM2XD6X Want to be on the show or have a guest suggestion? Email me at: Miya@wakeupwithmiya.com Follow Me Online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/WakeupwithMiya Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Wakeupwi…

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