Evelyn Garay, a former resident of the Carmelo de Nogoyá for three years, has recounted the strict rules, penances, and obstacles she faced when attempting to leave the convent. Her experiences include restrictions on personal freedom and demanding religious practices. Garay’s testimony has resurfaced with renewed interest following the release of a miniseries inspired by a similar case, drawing attention to the challenges faced by those within the cloistered religious life. She specifically stated she was allowed to leave the convent because of prior suicide attempts. Her account offers a personal perspective on the difficulties of departing from such a secluded environment. The Carmelo de Nogoyá, therefore, is at the center of this account regarding religious freedom and wellbeing. The miniseries has sparked discussion about the realities of life within the convent walls.