In this episode of our Faith Unraveled deconstruction series, we discuss the amazing life beyond the confines of the church. We discuss the process of deprogramming from church teachings, emphasizing the importance of unpacking internalized beliefs about joy, righteousness, and being a good person outside of Mormonism.   Drawing on our own personal experiences, we hope to debunk myths surrounding the happiness of those who leave the church and highlight the significance of reprogramming your mindset to embrace life and joy in new ways. We address authenticity of friendships within the church versus forming meaningful relationships based on choice, the importance of living in the present, and the journey toward self-discovery and authentic living post-deconstruction. We hope as you listen you'll feel inspired to explore life beyond rigid doctrines, lean into curiosity, and find a supportive community on the path to reclaiming joy and authenticity outside of the church!   Referenced in this video:  (some affiliates included) ✔️Marriage on a TightRope: https://marriageonatightrope.org ✔️How to Do The Work, Nicole Lepera: https://amzn.to/49xmQ9P ----- Let's Connect:  👉🏼TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@faith.unraveled?_t=8kISaVAOq9j&_r=1 👉🏼Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/faith.unraveled?igsh=NGVhN2U2NjQ0Yg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr   Hey friends! we invite you to join us on our journey of unraveling the complexities of Mormonism after a lifetime within the church. With a vibrant community of over 70,000 on TikTok, we understand that the challenges of faith deconstruction transcend any single denomination. Across the globe, millions are awakening to new perspectives, questioning norms, and seeking truth in their spiritual paths.   In our faith deconstruction series, we delve deep into the awakening process, exploring the impacts of patriarchy, toxic positivity, purity culture, and heteronormativity on our faith experiences. But our exploration doesn't end there. We're committed to reconstruction—rebuilding our faith, beliefs, and sense of self after the unraveling.   A highlight of our series is the opportunity for you to shape our discussions. Submit your burning questions to us on Instagram at Faith Unraveled, and stay tuned as we devote entire episodes to answering them directly.   Join us as we navigate the twists and turns of faith, embracing the complexities and uncertainties while forging our unique spiritual paths. Welcome to Faith Unraveled!