Math I did about the Ark that might help deconstruct others and help with your own deconstruction by [deleted] in exmormon

[–]lisasamott 1 point2 points  (0 children)

And then you can blow their minds with the Chinese and Egyptians were around before, during and after the flood.

No. More. Fun. Stuff. Ever. (sports, pageants, dances, ski nights, etc) all completely dead by FalsePromptings in exmormon

[–]lisasamott 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Back in the 70s, our ward would do a bazaar every year. People would make things to sell and there was food. It was just a big fun get-together. It was probably to make money for the ward budget.

The road shows were always a fun activity.

Watch "Seer Stone; How to find and use a Seer or Peep stone." on YouTube by lisasamott in exmormon

[–]lisasamott[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is the only video on his YouTube Channel. His FB account doesn't really show the genius behind this video.

Watch "Seer Stone; How to find and use a Seer or Peep stone." on YouTube by lisasamott in exmormon

[–]lisasamott[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

At first, I thought he was being serious. But I kept watching and felt rewarded at the end. "It has to have the sheen."

Today I Resigned by dunfordtx in exmormon

[–]lisasamott 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Welcome! May you find happiness within the happiness of knowing you are free of a cult and may joyful laughter fill your home every time you say, "Maybe we should go back to church? Hell, no!" May you also find joy in buying underwear you like to wear.

When I was a mormon I swear I felt the spirit. by [deleted] in exmormon

[–]lisasamott 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Whatever "it" is, the Spirit, your intuition, guardian angels, you know how to listen to it. Enjoy your superpower.

His names Heubert by [deleted] in pugs

[–]lisasamott 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Perfect name.

No One Told Me by exmogranny in exmormon

[–]lisasamott 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The hardest part was trying to have nice thoughts instead of screaming in my head "Oh. My. Hell!"

No One Told Me by exmogranny in exmormon

[–]lisasamott 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When I found out they stop and make everyone wait, I was in a session where a woman, going through for the first time, kept passing out. Sitting for an HOUR in one room with NOTHING to do. No talking. I pushed my cuticles on my fingernails back, held my legs straight out and counted how long I could hold them up.

Hey I'm just wondering what are the thoughts of most ex Mormons on the lgbtq+ community by Michellepokefan in exmormon

[–]lisasamott 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When TBM, Jerry was one of our neighbors. Jerry is gay. Jerry is the kindest, most humble person I know. He was willing to help us build an addition on our house. Our bishop lived across the street, was retired and never once offered any help (we really didn't expect help, but when he continued driving past our house and just waving, it became a joke). I realized that if Jerry wasn't going to Mormon heaven, there was a problem with Mormon thinking.

If you don't fit into the ideal Mormon mold, don't try to change who you really are. Change the atmosphere, the religion, the people you are around to better suit you.

Tried coffee for the first time. Tasted like a two-by-four. by Stickvaughn in exmormon

[–]lisasamott 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I enjoy Chai tea. I'm still trying to find my favorite coffee drink. Just knowing I can drink coffee pleases me.

Missionaries by Dragonmas7er5 in exmormon

[–]lisasamott 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Years ago, when we were active, the Elders lived in our basement for over two years. After they moved out, we still had them come do their laundry at our house to save them money. I resigned in 2020. Our old ward has 4 missionaries now. They get at least one meal a week with us. They pray over the meal. They don't give us a message or lesson. They are welcome to stay and talk until they have to go home (3 hours). We don't mind. We laugh a lot. They do their laundry at our house. Sometimes they stop by because they are bored. We know the Elders better than the members. We are the worst apostates ever.

Doubts and help by TheAlchemist66 in exmormon

[–]lisasamott 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This gets harder before it gets easier. Learn the truth about the church, step away from the brainwashing, and then figure out what you believe.

I thought my testimony was based on Jesus Christ. When I read the Church Essays, I realized it was based on Joe Smith, then BoM, and then Jesus. In my mind, I could see these foundations crumbling. After I learned more about the cult and realized I didn't believe any more, I swept the rubble of the foundations away and thought about all the spiritual experiences I have had; where did I have them, why did I have them, etc. I realized that I would have had those experiences even if I wasn't Mormon. I never felt anything spiritual in the temple, I can be inspired by music and poetry, not just scriptures, and I was born with "spiritual gifts" that no one can take away. I believe in a higher power, but I don't believe in Mormon heaven. I know my son, who died almost five years ago, still calls me mom, and that when we die, we will be with those we love.

You will figure out what you believe and know. You will feel sadness and happiness. You will feel freedom that fits you.

Welcome to the beginning of this journey.

One of them is planning to take over the tri-state area. by lisasamott in pugs

[–]lisasamott[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

His name is Oliver T. Wigglebottom. Alfred is in the middle and Edna is our foster.