
 Mormon Stories Podcast
 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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 Introduction 
 00:00 • 3min 
 The Success of the Author's Book and the Struggles of Leaving the Mormon Church 
 02:46 • 2min 
 A Wardrobe Decision and Book Advertisement 
 04:54 • 2min 
 Leaving the Mormon Church: Introducing the Book and Personal Decision 
 06:53 • 20min 
 Exploring Beliefs and Values 
 27:13 • 25min 
 Leaving the Mormon Church: Reflecting on the Decision 
 52:32 • 23min 
 Gradually Revealing the Decision 
 01:15:54 • 24min 
 First Experience with Alcohol After Leaving the Mormon Church 
 01:40:14 • 13min 
 Embracing Personal Freedom and Leaving the Mormon Church 
 01:52:48 • 2min 
 Engaging with the Audience and Responding to Comments 
 01:54:50 • 4min 
 Exploring Sexuality After Leaving the Mormon Church 
 01:58:30 • 6min 
 Expectations and Teachings around Sex in the Mormon Church 
 02:04:26 • 2min 
 Sexuality and Mormonism: Stigma and Shame 
 02:06:13 • 29min 
 Being Proactive in Dating and Educating Yourself About Substances 
 02:35:31 • 3min 
 Substances: Coffee, Alcohol, and Psychedelics 
 02:38:52 • 10min 
 Reclaiming Autonomy Through Body Modifications 
 02:48:57 • 18min 
 Building a New Community 
 03:07:17 • 11min 
 Finding Community After Leaving the Mormon Church 
 03:18:23 • 11min 
 Purchasing Options and Impactful Videos 
 03:29:48 • 2min 
 Losing Faith and Finding Support 
 03:31:25 • 7min 
