Mormon Stories Podcast

1851: How to Leave the Mormon Church - Alyssa Grenfell Pt. 2

Jan 12, 2024
Alyssa Grenfell, author of a book on leaving the Mormon Church, shares her top 10 tips on how to leave Mormonism, including topics such as rebuilding after religion, coming out to family and friends, understanding sexuality and substances, and finding a new community. She also discusses the challenges faced by women who leave the church and the importance of exploring beliefs and values, reclaiming autonomy through body modifications, and embracing personal freedom. The podcast explores the impact of leaving the Mormon Church on relationships and highlights the need for support and education in navigating new experiences.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
2
The Success of the Author's Book and the Struggles of Leaving the Mormon Church
02:46 • 2min
3
A Wardrobe Decision and Book Advertisement
04:54 • 2min
4
Leaving the Mormon Church: Introducing the Book and Personal Decision
06:53 • 20min
5
Exploring Beliefs and Values
27:13 • 25min
6
Leaving the Mormon Church: Reflecting on the Decision
52:32 • 23min
7
Gradually Revealing the Decision
01:15:54 • 24min
8
First Experience with Alcohol After Leaving the Mormon Church
01:40:14 • 13min
9
Embracing Personal Freedom and Leaving the Mormon Church
01:52:48 • 2min
10
Engaging with the Audience and Responding to Comments
01:54:50 • 4min
11
Exploring Sexuality After Leaving the Mormon Church
01:58:30 • 6min
12
Expectations and Teachings around Sex in the Mormon Church
02:04:26 • 2min
13
Sexuality and Mormonism: Stigma and Shame
02:06:13 • 29min
14
Being Proactive in Dating and Educating Yourself About Substances
02:35:31 • 3min
15
Substances: Coffee, Alcohol, and Psychedelics
02:38:52 • 10min
16
Reclaiming Autonomy Through Body Modifications
02:48:57 • 18min
17
Building a New Community
03:07:17 • 11min
18
Finding Community After Leaving the Mormon Church
03:18:23 • 11min
19
Purchasing Options and Impactful Videos
03:29:48 • 2min
20
Losing Faith and Finding Support
03:31:25 • 7min