James, your journey of leaving Christianity to embrace Islam and your reflections on toxic religious institutions are incredibly thought-provoking. The backlash you faced, especially the hurtful stereotypes and assumptions, highlights exactly why it can be so challenging to reform from within. Often, institutions resist change when individuals try to realign them with original, compassionate teachings. Your experience underscores a powerful truth: sometimes, stepping away is the only way to preserve one's own integrity and beliefs. Thank you for sharing such a courageous and personal perspective!