Doubling Down

Trying even harder to believe or obey when your faith is being challenged, often to avoid doubt

• You went to more religious study groups to push away your questions.

• You told yourself to “just have more faith” instead of listening to your doubts.

• You dismissed criticism as “spiritual attacks.”

Potential clinical implications (especially in high control settings)

• Emotional exhaustion or spiritual burnout may develop.

• Harmful beliefs may be held onto longer than necessary.

• Healing may be delayed due to suppression of doubts or questions.