42 | Fear of Hell: A Religious Wound That Lingers + How to Heal

Written By Avery Raley

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For so many of us who grew up in church, the fear of hell was planted early — and it’s one of the strongest control tactics ever created. That fear doesn’t just go away when you stop identifying as Christian. It lingers in your nervous system, showing up as guilt, shame, or the terror that you’ll “get it wrong” and be punished forever.

In this episode, I break down where the idea of hell actually comes from, why it was used as such a powerful tool of control, and how you can begin untangling that fear so it no longer holds power over your life.

You’ll hear:

  • The history of “hell” and how mistranslations shaped it into what we know today

  • Why fear of eternal punishment was used to control behavior, identity, and choices

  • How this fear impacts your nervous system and daily life, even long after leaving religion

  • Practical steps for releasing the fear of hell and moving toward spiritual freedom

This is about finding healing and reclaiming your peace.. so fear no longer dictates your connection to the divine.

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