Episode 7: Religion Part 2- ”It’s Not Secretive, It’s Sacred!”

Elise's Journey of Leaving the Mormon Church: A Deep Dive

In this episode of 'What's the Syduation,' Part two of our religion conversation delves into Elise's personal journey of leaving the Mormon church. She shares the emotional and psychological steps she took, including initially keeping her doubts to herself, finding community support, and the challenging social repercussions that came with her decision. Elise details the complexities of her faith transition and how it affected her relationships with family and friends. The conversation spans various aspects of Mormon life, such as the significance of patriarchal blessings, temple activities, and the overall communal lifestyle. The hosts also touch upon the difficulties and misconceptions surrounding leaving a high-demand religion and offer advice for those in similar situations, emphasizing the importance of trusting one's gut and finding a supportive community.

00:00 Introduction and Opening Remarks

00:16 Elise's Journey Leaving the Mormon Church

02:13 The Emotional Impact of Leaving

02:57 Challenges with Friends and Community

04:36 Mormon Practices and Beliefs

13:30 Patriarchal Blessings and Records

19:12 Rebuilding Identity and Exploring New Beliefs

19:41 Struggles with Modern Christianity

21:12 Experiences with Different Churches

25:57 Navigating Family Relationships

34:57 Advice for Questioning Faith

38:01 Finding Support and Community

39:56 Conclusion and Reflections