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Ex-WNBA star's 13-year abstinence journey
12 Nov
Summary
- Former WNBA player Chantelle Anderson is now an ordained minister.
- Anderson has been abstinent for 13 years after a spiritual transformation.
- She discussed her past relationships, depression, and faith on a podcast.
Chantelle Anderson, formerly a standout player and the second overall pick in the 2003 WNBA Draft, has transitioned into an ordained minister. She recently detailed her path to abstinence, which has spanned 13 years, on the Curious Mike podcast. Anderson explained that her decision to dedicate her life to Jesus Christ marked a significant turning point.
Her journey involved separating attraction from behavior and gradually changing her relationships and substance use, noting that quitting "cold turkey" did not work for her. During her nearly decade of dating women, including a fellow WNBA player, Anderson also experienced significant professional setbacks due to injuries and battled depression, even contemplating suicide.
Reconnecting with her faith led Anderson to re-evaluate her lifestyle, which included drinking, drug use, and clubbing. She emphasized that her current beliefs focus on her personal decisions and religious commitments, distinguishing between same-sex attraction and behavior. This conversation adds to the notable discussions on Porter's podcast.
