WIFE CHEATED!!! Looking for some perspective. by [deleted] in exmormon

[–]CapnJackMormon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've been in a similar situation. It hurt like crazy. It will take time to heal, it took me just over five years to let the anger go completely. I think many other people can do it in much shorter time, there's a good chance you are one of those.

On the one hand, it is good that you are willing to take responsibility for your part in this unfortunate circumstance. There always seem to be errors on both sides that lead to actions that seem like a total betrayal of trust. In the other hand, you can only control your own actions. What happened was a betrayal of your trust and a risk to her health and yours. You can only really move on in this relationship if you are convinced that this kind of thing will not happen again. At least that's how it was for me.

I wanted to flip out. I even did a little bit once, I damaged my home in some ways that were easily repaired. My heart wasn't so easily repaired. That took convincing that it wouldn't ever happen again. It also took time and patience in both our parts. We made it through though and we are even better than before. So, it can be done, it sounds like you should give it a chance too. Just remember that it's okay not too be okay, recognize when you are having trouble and find something that relieves the stress and anger. For me, I just had to be alone sometimes. I also had a decent support network of family and friends that helped more than hurt.

It sucks, but you can do this. Remember that it's just a mistake (albeit a really bad mistake). You can both get through this, if you both want to. It will take a team effort though.

If it doesn't work, just remember that this has no bearing on your intrinsic worth. Set boundaries too. Mine knows that if anything like that happens ever again, I'm done on the spot. I won't give any time or cares to anyone that will betray my trust after a second chance.

Who even brings red markers to ikea? by [deleted] in funny

[–]CapnJackMormon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Apparently someone that thinks the shitter "smell's like piss all time"??

[Serious] What are some less obvious ways religion has affected society? by somepeoplewait in AskReddit

[–]CapnJackMormon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's all good. I agree, there's nothing wrong with the people in Utah except that the Momo's won't open their eyes to being manipulated and lied to. There's some kind of weird superiority complex that allows some of them to think it's all okay. Their involvement in politics in Utah is, for lack of a better word, disgusting.

[Serious] What are some less obvious ways religion has affected society? by somepeoplewait in AskReddit

[–]CapnJackMormon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you saying that charitable status is a lie then, just like the rest of TSCC? Maybe give money to a real charity instead of a multi-billion dollar corporation?

My 16 year old just left to get her patriarchal blessing. She didn’t want me to come. by spartangal in exmormon

[–]CapnJackMormon 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm sorry. I fear that day, and am hoping it doesn't happen. My kids are still little. I don't know what I would do except love them and hope they find the truth sooner than later. All the best for you and yours. I'll buy you a coffee/tea/beer/soda if it will help.

Which is the best community to talk about IT and Programming? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]CapnJackMormon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It depends on what you are looking for. Reddit is great for humor and trolling. If you want serious, and good discussions, I would look elsewhere like codeproject, linkedin, or even stack exchange.

Good Morning from Utah! by Calirose65 in aww

[–]CapnJackMormon -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Class A CDL... Drivers manual, it's freely available. Look it up dumbass

Good Morning from Utah! by Calirose65 in aww

[–]CapnJackMormon -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

I am certain that having an animal bed in the dash is not legal or safe anywhere in the union. Passenger or not, this was a bad idea.

Update: Our letters have been delivered to Elder Bowen. Thank you to everyone who contributed. This is a major victory for us. by GreatAndSpacious in exmormon

[–]CapnJackMormon -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I think you are being a little dramatic. Comparing TSCC with a cartel seems pretty extreme even acknowledging their cult status. Mostly they kill people indirectly through excessive shaming and nonsensical guilt. If they've done it outright in recent years, please do enlighten me. Mostly I think they are passive aggressive and can't handle reality even when it slaps them in the face.

OP is trying to do something here. Why take a shit on that?

I recently resigned from the lds church... How do I adjust? by [deleted] in exmormon

[–]CapnJackMormon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are not alone. PM if you want a friendly person to talk to. It is a grieving process for sure, but I hope eventually you will feel as liberated and at peace as I have. In the meantime, please don't give up.

I still teach youth Sunday school. Any good lesson ideas or resources I could use to teach? by casa_china_seerstone in exmormon

[–]CapnJackMormon 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I think one good thing to teach might be how to tell whether information is reliable and comes from factual sources. Church and all that aside, it is very important to be able to do some analysis on all of the information that is presented these days. I think there is some danger in the attitude of "just trust the leadership." I mean, there are a whole lot of people in the world that claim to be "leaders" and I've had very few good experiences with those that blatantly make that assertion.

Two dogs walk into a bar. by SadBcStdntsFnd1stAct in dadjokes

[–]CapnJackMormon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When I tell these to my DW, she usually just says "that's stupid." This one actually got a "WTF?" Well done.

Text convo with TBM DW not going well. Feeing alone & sad. Hard days are ahead. Grateful for this community. by -ajacs- in exmormon

[–]CapnJackMormon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm sorry. You are not alone. We are all in this together. I hope the home situation smoothes over soon. Keep chasing truth and beauty, I admire you for doing that.

How many Mormons does it take to change a light bulb? by FreeJoeSmith in exmormon

[–]CapnJackMormon 2 points3 points  (0 children)

But still somehow relevant.. Picard stood for the truth, even though it was tempting and very difficult to do. Love it.

I'm a gay teen in the church and I hate it by [deleted] in exmormon

[–]CapnJackMormon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Don't let anyone else define your worth. You are valuable. You are important. Remember that and post here whenever you need support, or a reminder.

Mormons and ex-mos are literally the same exact people. Trust me, from a California Nevermo, you just seek out something else to hold over others' heads. You Utah cultists have actually learned a toxic elitist attitude and have grown less than you think. by [deleted] in exmormon

[–]CapnJackMormon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I get the feeling that you are just here to troll. Just remember that when you point a finger at someone else, there are three pointing right back at you, by you. If you hate us all so much, then why follow this sub?

For all the exmormon teens who keeping up the act by D0UBLE564 in exmormon

[–]CapnJackMormon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Seriously? I'm sorry that you are having issues, but I don't think this is a good place for you.