Ariel Anderssen: Growing Up Jehovah's Witness, Finding BDSM

To watch the full uncut version of this conversation:   / insideouthabitual   Raised as a Jehovah’s Witness, Ariel speaks candidly about growing up inside a strict belief system, the fear that comes with questioning faith, and the psychological consequences of walking away. We explore how ideology, shame, gender roles, and moral certainty can shape and limit a person’s sense of self. The conversation then moves into a part of Ariel’s life that is often misunderstood or sensationalised: her work as a BDSM model. Topics include: • Growing up as a Jehovah’s Witness • High-control religion, fear, and obedience • Leaving faith and rebuilding identity • Sexuality after religion • BDSM, consent, and power dynamics • Autonomy, agency, and choosing your own values Follow us on TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat & Facebook: @insideouthabitual Get in touch/Collaborate: [email protected] TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - INTRO 00:53 - UPBRINGING 02:35 - QUESTIONING RELIGION 03:52 - LEAVING RELIGION 06:05 - EARLY SIGNS OF SEXUALITY 07:42 - BDSM MODELLING BEGINNINGS 09:29 - WHAT IS BDSM? 11:46 - BDSM PROPS 20:41 - REGRETS 29:01 - MEMOIR 31:02 - MESSAGE TO YOUNGER SELF 32:23 - WHAT'S NEXT?