Lyn Smith Gregory

• In this conversation, Lynn Smith Gregory shares her profound journey of leaving the Mormon Church, exploring the impact of her upbringing, the challenges of navigating life outside a high-control group, and the complexities of maintaining family relationships. She discusses her spiritual awakening, the role of women in the church, and the ongoing struggles faced by those who leave. The conversation highlights the importance of communication, the crisis of faith among younger generations, and the need for healing and understanding in the aftermath of religious trauma.

• Takeaways

• Lynn's family has a long history with the Mormon Church.
• Leaving the church can lead to feelings of shame and isolation.
• Spiritual awakening can occur after leaving a high-control group.
• Maintaining family connections can be challenging after leaving.
• Women in the Mormon Church often face restrictive roles.
• Toxic positivity is prevalent in high-control religions.
• Younger generations are leaving the church in record numbers.
• Communication barriers exist between those who leave and their families.
• The church's teachings can lead to internalized sexism.
• Healing from religious trauma is a complex process.

• Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Lynn's Journey
• 03:10 The Impact of Leaving the Mormon Church
• 05:46 Navigating Life After Leaving
• 09:03 Spiritual Awakening and Exploration
• 11:59 Family Dynamics and Relationships
• 15:00 The Role of Women in Mormon Culture
• 17:58 The Struggles of Leaving a High-Control Group
• 21:00 The Challenge of Maintaining Family Connections
• 24:07 The Hypocrisy of Mormon Culture
• 26:45 The Impact of Toxic Positivity
• 30:08 The Crisis of Faith in the Younger Generation
• 32:50 The Role of Communication in Family Dynamics
• 36:02 The Future of the Mormon Church
• 39:04 Conclusion and Reflections on Healing

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