Exmormonology

Welcome to Exmormonology, The Irreverent Sessions. James Rhodimer joins me for a wine reviews, mormon memory lane, and a glimpse into our exmormon life.

These "bonus" episodes will be released a couple times a month. And, bonus points If you make it all the way to the end of this episode where the wine has kicked in full tilt and I pretty much slip into giggle mode.

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There will come a time when you can look back at your initial faith crisis stage of life and laugh at yourself a wee little bit. So, no matter if you are 1 hour into your faith crisis, deer in the head lights stage of things or more of a been at this a while stage of post mormon life, this episode is for you. It is time for a Exmormonology Pep talk and a story of a crazy nervous Amy, first time exmormon meet up and a woman in red boots. Episode 22 of Exmormonology. Let's go!

Let's talk about the psychology and long lasting effects of mormon worthiness interviews. After decades of needing to measure up, to be worthy enough, to go the LDS temple and progress through all the proper ranks of mormonism, it is no wonder so many mormons and exmormons a like, never feel worthy enough. I also share a personal story that showed me exactly what I thought about my own personal worthiness.

There are some words that you need to stop staying. I am asking you to never say this one, again. Like forever!

It is very common to pull back from mormon friends and family, when you are going through a faith crisis, or shortly there after. This is because you start to feel a huge disconnect. You may find yourself going through the motions, until you no longer can. You will know when that happens. Let's talk about it AND mormon love bombs. Have you been a recipient of one?

Easter Sunday Thoughts. All the feels. Exmormon ramblings. I am blaming this one on Funeral Potatoes, Andrea Bocelli, and Christian Music.

Is there a good side when a mormon apostle casts us apostates in a negative light? I think yes. Have a listen and let me know what you think.

On this week's episode of Exmormonology, we talk about...

• Unorthodox
• General Conference
• Mental Health
• Viktor Frankl

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This week, let's get specific on ways to start managing your mind during this pandemic. Showing up for yourself and learning how to do this work will have lasting ripple effects in your life. Also, are you finding your mormon beliefs around life and death and after life creeping into your brain lately? I want to talk about that too. Learning to manage your mind through crisis, is one of the best gifts you can give yourself.

The Human Race has been reminded that life is more uncertain than we wanted to believe. This week, we are taking a break from all things Exmormon and we are talking about healthy ways for you to process the reality of what we are dealing with on a global scale. I know you are experiencing stress and anxiety at levels that feel off the charts. I want to help you reframe and lessen the intense real feelings that we are collectively feeling. Thought work applies to all things, even the confusion and fear of a pandemic.