True Emotion Dad
Laverne Friesen is a survivor turned thriver, transforming decades of abuse and trauma into a message of healing and hope. Raised in a cult and enduring emotional, physical, religious, spiritual, financial, and sexual abuse—as well as toxic relationships that left him questioning his reality—Laverne shares his raw, authentic journey of healing and spiritual growth.
Tune in for powerful conversations with like-minded guests, offering truth, vulnerability, and the reminder that a brighter, more authentic future is possible.
True Emotion Dad
Part 1. From Religion to Revelation: Britton and Carolee’s Journey of Healing, Infidelity, and Awakening
In this powerful and emotional episode, Laverne Friesen speaks with Britton and Carolee Beckham about their upbringing in the Mormon church and the deep impact it had on their identities, sexuality, and marriage. From early indoctrination and rigid gender roles to religious expectations around sex and family, Britton and Carolee candidly share how their spiritual lives were shaped—and shattered.
They reveal how the Mormon church failed to support them through the trauma of infidelity, and how those cracks became the catalyst for a deeper awakening. This is part one of a two-part series that dives into the cost of religious conformity and the courage it takes to walk away.
What We Talk About:
- Growing up in a high-demand religious environment
- The pressure to conform, marry young, and suppress sexuality
- Missionary experiences and the disillusionment that followed
- How spiritual bypassing can prevent real healing
- Infidelity as a symptom—not the root cause—of deeper pain
- The failure of church-led healing processes
Takeaways:
💡 Healing begins when we question what we’ve been taught.
💡 Infidelity is often a call for help, not just betrayal.
💡 Institutions may not be equipped to support emotional trauma.
Links & Resources:
Visit Britton and Carolee’s website: themagicalstoryofus.com