Ruby Franke Wrote "Abuse Diary" While Posting A “Keeping Kid Safe In Predatory Society” Podcast

Ruby and Jodi have sparked concern with their unconventional views on mental health, influencing their own families and those who follow their "Connections" program.

Ruby and Jodi Reject Mainstream Mental Health Concepts

Ruby insists that mental health disorders that seemingly rob people of agency are not legitimate. She claims anxiety and depression are choices rather than medical conditions. Furthering this perspective, Ruby talks about one of her children she believes has ADHD but dismisses the condition as nonexistent. She labels what others might see as symptoms of ADHD as extreme irresponsibility or manipulation. Ruby also suggests that feelings like boredom and nervousness are choices, undermining the validity of certain emotional states.

Jodi Hildebrandt echoes similar sentiments. In a Zoom meeting for Connections, she dismisses ADHD, suggesting it might be attention-seeking behavior. She posits that some individuals with PTSD might not want to heal, preferring to stay victimized for the attention. Jodi accuses those claiming to have PTSD of engaging in self-deception and staying delusional by holding onto trauma.

"Connections" Program by Ruby and Jodi Spreads Controlling Ideology

Ruby Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt promote their ideology through the "Connections" program. Ruby, in her videos, emphasizes that she and Jodi teach "principles of truth" and demands adherence to their teachings without the influence of opinions or political correctness. Ruby and Jodi use buzzwords like "truth" and "distortion," and within their framework in Connections, mental illness is denied.

Jodi, who created Connections, trains women to become "mental fitness trainers" under her philosophy. This program is described as cult-like by critic Stephanie Soo.

Ruby hosts the Connections podcast, which ostensibly aims to help listeners find joy in their relationships. She underscores the need to confront family issues head-on and implies that families should not ignore problematic behavior for the sake of preserving relationships. However, Ruby compares the influence of having a transgender family member to contamination, suggesting her program demands strict adherence to certain ideologies and may encourage avoidance or exclusion of diverse family members.

Such ideology has led ...

Ruby Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt subjected two of Ruby’s children to severe abuse, believing them to be demon-possessed.

Ruby and Jodi Believe Ruby's Youngest Kids, R and E, Are Demon-Possessed

Ruby and Jodi considered Ruby's youngest children, identified as R and E, to be possessed by demonic entities. They believed that only through extreme punishment could the so-called demons be expelled.

Ruby's Journal Entries Describe Abuse: Starvation, Forced Exercise, Cactus-Inflicted Pain

Ruby's journal entries detail a harrowing account of abusive tactics used on R and E, including starvation, forced standing and exercise, multiple forms of physical pain, and humiliation. She referred to R's attempt to steal water as an act brought on by demonic possession and expressed her intent to battle this so-called demon with the power of God.

Ruby recorded incidents such as using a cactus poker to poke the children, ignoring R's lack of reaction as a sign of a trance. When Jodi slapped R in an attempt to "wake him up," it was under the belief that this would counteract the possessions.

Children Endure Humiliation, Isolation, and "Exorcisms"

The treatment of R and E went beyond physical abuse to include acts of humiliation and isolation that can be likened to crude forms of exorcism. Ruby documented various methods used to demean the children, including removing their experiences of comfort and dismissing their expressions of pain as deceptive. They were shaved, doused with water, and forced back to work immediately afterward.

Ruby questioned R's lack of enjoyment in rugged conditions and interpreted his need for affection as allegiance to evil, suggesting emotional distress and further isolating him.

Ruby and Jodi's Abuse Worsens as They Consider Extreme Measures to "Save" Children

The severity of Ruby and Jodi's tactics intensified as they contemplated more drastic actions to "cure" R and E of their alleged possession.

Plan to Move Family To Arizona For Torture and Control

Ruby and Jodi's goal was to isolate the family further by moving to a secluded area in Arizo ...

The family's struggles are intensifying due to isolation and manipulation, leaving outside observers concerned and frustrated by their inability to help.

Sherry Intervenes For Help, but Faces Ruby's Hostility and Threats

Sherry, the eldest child, now in college and not living at home, becomes alarmed after learning from her father, Kevin, that he has been ousted from the house on Ruby's demands, with instructions not to contact the kids for a year. Attempting to reach out to Kevin is futile, as he ignores and eventually blocks Sherry, even avoiding her in person.

When Sherry raises the alarm about the situation at home, Ruby lashes out, accusing her of causing chaos and deterring the efforts of the younger siblings to see Sherry in a positive light. Ruby takes Sherry's claims of abuse personally, deeming them a lie that inflicts pain, and believes Sherry has harbored animosity towards her from a young age.

After Sherry reports her concerns to Springville police, an irate Ruby confronts her, accusing her of betrayal and causing fear among the younger siblings. Despite Ruby's outward aggression, authorities struggle to act due to legal limitations, unable to secure the necessary warrant to intervene.

Despite an investigation by the police and CPS, spurred by Sherry's call, the authorities are unable to proceed without a warrant, and their hands are tied. Ruby Frankie even arrogantly boasts in an interview about the lack of charges from CPS, despite concerns being raised and investigations taking place.

Neighbors and online communities detect changes in the family dynamic, noting Kevin's withdrawal from the house and expressing anxiety over the children's well-being. Despite attempts by neighbors and Sherry to alert authorities, no significant interventions unfold, possibly due to legal barriers or successful manipulation by Ruby and Jodi.

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