I'm leaving Scientology. Where do I start?
Slowly, safely and with support. Plan the practical things, find people you trust, and know that God is not angry with you for asking.
Think about money, housing and documents first. A counsellor who understands high-demand groups can help. You do not have to rebuild your whole worldview in a week. Start with the Gospel of John, and talk to God in your own words. If you are thinking of harming yourself, call or text 988 in the US or 116 123 in the UK.
28“Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest. 29Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart; and you will find rest for your souls. 30For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”
Matthew 11:28-30 (WEB) · context
10Don’t you be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness.
Isaiah 41:10 (WEB) · context
31but these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that believing you may have life in his name.
John 20:31 (WEB) · context