LOSING YOUR RELIGION: A Deep Dive with Former 2x2 Cult Worker (Minister) Jared Snyder
Links to Join the Chat and Livestream Below
I’m so excited to share this conversation with
, who spent twenty one years as a 2x2 cult worker (minister) before leaving the system behind in 2023. Together, we’ll talk about the hidden dynamics of the 2x2s, personal journeys of deconstruction, and the path to reclaiming one’s own truth.This isn’t just a discussion—it’s a reclaiming of voice, of story, of integrity.
Everyone is welcome because we all need to learn how to think about and lose the religions we didn’t even know we joined!
Join us as we speak our truths and invite you to witness and reflect.
📅 When: Tuesday June 3rd at 1 p.m. MDT
🎥 Livestream Link: https://open.substack.com/live-stream/29457?
💬 Join the Chat: Discussion and Questions
The image says it all—“Let’s start a cult”? We say: let’s end one.
I’d love for you to join us and start this discussion on the chat—and to help get us started, here’s some questions:
🔍 What’s one idea or belief you’ve inherited—whether from family, culture, religion, or society—that you’ve started to question or let go of? How did you begin to see it as secondhand, and what helped you reclaim your own truth?
Was there a moment, experience, or realization that made you question this belief?
Did it come from a family rule, religious teaching, cultural norm, or something else?
How has your life changed (even a little) since you started to question or let go of this belief?
Are there new ideas or perspectives you’ve embraced instead?
I’d love to hear from you!
📍Join the chat now
📍Join the live stream Tuesday 1 p.m. MDT
Let’s make this a rich, open, and meaningful conversation. Feel free to add to this discussion. Share your questions, your reflections, and your experiences below—and during the livestream!
Let’s make this a space where honesty, curiosity, and reflection are welcome. I understand that some of you may prefer to listen quietly, and that’s perfectly okay. Just know that whether you’re watching privately or joining in the discussion, you’re part of the conversation.
Related Links:
writes the Substack “Hacking Narcissism” and much of her content addresses how we get caught in ideologies, influenced, and end up in cult-think. You will find a lot of relevant material on her site. Here is a recent example.
Founder of Center for Non-religious spirituality
over at Deconstructionology is an absolute gem and a source for all things Deconstruction and Reconstruction around religion as well as a brilliant philosopher and thinker. I will be using his definitions of deconstruction and reconstruction in my conversation with on live stream.My essay published on
about growing up in the 2x2 religious sect that flew under the radar for over a hundred years and was featured in a documentary on Hulu’s Nightline Impact: Secrets of the Two by TwosFollow fellow ex2x2 members
, , , and read their short essays about how they left and found recovery here:ESH: SIX FROM THE FIRE 🔥
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I want to mention a few other 2x2 survivors here on Substack:
If you are an ex2x2, I’m compiling a list of those of us here on Substack. Just DM me and I’ll add you to the list!Keep track of latest developments and allegations in unfolding exposure of 2x2s
If you are currently in the 2x2s or an ex2x2 looking for support.
HOW TO JOIN THE LIVESTREAM:
Click here to join livestream
https://open.substack.com/live-stream/29457?
You’ll receive an email from me at 12 noon PDT on Tuesday, June 3rd, letting you know that the livestream has begun so you can join us.
Important:
Viewers will need the Substack iOS or Android appto watch the live video.
When I go live, subscribers can join in several ways through the app
By clicking the push notification or email notification
From your reading queue, where the livestream will automatically appear
Directly from my publication page under the Notes section
You will NOT be on camera — I can’t see you — but I can see your name when you join and your live chat comments.
The chat moves fast, and while I may not catch everything while talking with Jared, I’ll read as much as I can.
If you don't see the email right at noon, just open your Substack app and check the Notes section — the livestream will be there.
SUBMIT QUESTIONS EARLY (Optional):
Subscribers are welcome to submit questions or reflections ahead of time by replying to this post or joining the chat linked above. If you’d like to submit a question anonymously please feel free to DM me on my Substack.
While this is not a formal Q&A session, I’ll try to weave in themes and questions where possible during the conversation and leave some room for questions at the end as well.
Important Content Note:
This livestream will include references to spiritual abuse, coercion, and sexual abuse within a high-control religious group. Please take care as you listen and join. Your well-being is always the priority. 💜
Any questions about how it works? Just reply here and I’ll do my best to help you. I’m looking forward to sharing this powerful conversation with you soon. And more to come!
Is there a recording of this conversation somewhere?
This is going to be an excellent chat between you and Jared. I hope many take advantage of this great opportunity!