Religious trauma occurs when a person’s religious experiences cause deep emotional, psychological, or spiritual harm. It can stem from controlling or fear-based beliefs, strict religious environments, or experiences of shame and rejection tied to faith.

This kind of trauma often affects how people see themselves, others, and even the world around them—leaving lasting wounds that take time, compassion, and understanding to heal.

Mormonish is joined by religious trauma coaches Bill Reel and Teresa Hobbs to explore systems in place to move beyond religious trauma to a healthier life.

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Rebecca and Ganesh discuss the upcoming LDS General Conference in light of all the events of the past week. Will the tragedy in Michigan and the death of President Nelson change what happens at General Conference? Will President Oaks officially take the reigns? Will a new apostle be called? Will tributes to Michigan be given? Could the Family Proclamation be canonized on its thirtieth anniversary? Rebecca and Ganesh explore all the angles and more!

The 1988 Christian "Family Manifesto"

Is the Master Plan Jesus Land?

Mormon and Transgender: Former Chief Temple Architect Speaks Out

Joseph Smith was influenced by the free love and spiritual wifery he saw around him.

Does the LDS church collect data on members who have left the church? You might be surprised at the lengths they go to.

From celebrating Holy Week and Palm Sunday, to wearing cross jewelry, using mainstream Christian terminology, listening to Christian rock music, old Christian hymns in the new LDS hymn book, a cross replacing the Moroni icon on Google Maps, talking about grace, and more, the LDS church seems to be moving in a direction that our grandparents and even parents wouldn't recognize.

Mormonish sits down with our favorite Evangelical, Steve Pynakker to discuss this apparent shift closer to mainstream Christianity and what it means for the LDS membership.

We also discuss the "hard stops" that exist in the LDS church when it comes to reframing or replacing existing doctrines. Are there some things they just won't or can't give up even if it means never fully being considered Christian?

Most of us have heard about Brigham Young‘s 15 year-old wife Clarissa Decker. Until now she is thought to be the youngest wife of Brigham Young‘s 56 wives. The age gap between them was 27 years.

More recently, confusion over the birthdate of Brigham’s wife Elizabeth Fairchild, or maybe outright manipulation of the dates, could indicate that Brigham Young actually had a wife who was only 13 years old and there was a 29 year age gap.

We encourage all amateur historians and armchair genealogist to follow the records like we did. Don’t take our word for it. 

(Graphic on thumbnail is not Elizabeth Fairchild, but represents a 13-year-old child of the era.)