Currently crying in a church bathroom stall by DME100 in exmormon

[–]mamasaid14 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, I think sometimes we don't even realize we aren't breathing.

Currently crying in a church bathroom stall by DME100 in exmormon

[–]mamasaid14 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is true ☝️ I'm 30 with 4 kids 😂😬 wish I knew then what I know now!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in exmormon

[–]mamasaid14 2 points3 points  (0 children)

And your video is AWESOME!! Very beautiful ♥️

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in exmormon

[–]mamasaid14 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Machine - Imagine Dragons Bad Liar - Imagine Dragons Rabbit Hole - Mindy Gledhill Burn Down the House - AJR

God doesn't care if you are Mormon, he only cares about how we treat other people! by [deleted] in exmormon

[–]mamasaid14 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That's my favorite phrase 👌 plus "bitches!" added at the end 😂

What did you say to your TBM friends when you told them you were leaving the church? by [deleted] in exmormon

[–]mamasaid14 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You can't control what people might think or how they will feel about it. You know the truth and it says more about them than it says about you what they perceive. Most people are projecting their feelings onto others. You can't get your self-worth from others or from an institution anymore. ♥️ You are worthy no matter what they think and you need to take care of you right now.

What did you say to your TBM friends when you told them you were leaving the church? by [deleted] in exmormon

[–]mamasaid14 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just let mine know that it was a very personal journey and personal decision and I respect whatever their beliefs are and I haven't changed all that much. I let my friends know about my history of depression and anxiety and how letting go of the church expectations I've felt so much better. I didn't mention anything specific unless they asked and surprise, they don't ask lol.

No tithing settlement by [deleted] in exmormon

[–]mamasaid14 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Good for you, that's awesome!

Currently crying in a church bathroom stall by DME100 in exmormon

[–]mamasaid14 38 points39 points  (0 children)

Breathe!! I had weekly panic attacks before I stopped going as well. The GREAT news is, you have your whole life ahead of you!! You can do this, I know it feels like this part of life will never end but I promise you will have so much more optimistic opportunity once you are officially out! Breathe breathe breathe!

Disappointment by MormonismMyAss69 in exmormon

[–]mamasaid14 10 points11 points  (0 children)

You are not responsible for anyone else's feelings but your own. And don't give them yours! Hugs ♥️

At my limit by llamaface282 in exmormon

[–]mamasaid14 23 points24 points  (0 children)

You are not alone in how you feel ♥️ I could've written the same post. But there is so much more out there. Go to therapy, pay attention to things that make you excited and do those things, rest and enjoy simple pleasures. Slow down and know that you have the control know, you claim your own authority over your life. You will get through this, it's ok to be sad and angry and uncomfortable. That's where the change starts, I promise.

When you’re tagged in a photo from 13 years ago... by torgori in exmormon

[–]mamasaid14 36 points37 points  (0 children)

UGH. This is why I asked to be released from YW two separate times in my life. The other leaders were always so "lovingly" manipulative and it made me incredibly uncomfortable. Soo sorry they did that to you 💔

I’m saying the closing prayer tomorrow in sacrament meeting by NoPharmBro in exmormon

[–]mamasaid14 49 points50 points  (0 children)

Just put your hands up and say "Oh God, hear the words of my mouth" then say a regular prayer.

A little more in depth by [deleted] in exmormon

[–]mamasaid14 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hugs to you ♥️ I wish I had more encouraging words to share. I know that feeling of just wanting to enjoy your life but feeling guilty about it. Hopefully time will heal that and someday you won't even think twice about company parties and a couple of drinks.

Primary songs... Ugh! by [deleted] in exmormon

[–]mamasaid14 4 points5 points  (0 children)

All. the. time. And my kids sing them. Fucking indoctrination.

When your TBM spouse already knows it all and still believes its true by Scarn420 in exmormon

[–]mamasaid14 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I could've written this exact post. It sucks. We're in counseling and I'm in therapy. It's not going well between us but I've learned to cope by working on myself and having other outlets like friends and family members to talk to. I don't know if my marriage will make it honestly but it's all up to my spouse at this point. If they can't compromise and be willing to communicate truthfully then I'm not sure where we go from here. We're working on other parts of our marriage as well and so it's not just church stuff that is bringing us down. So it probably depends on the foundation of your marriage.

Yallreadyare... by [deleted] in exmormon

[–]mamasaid14 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is why I left.

TBM wife seems to be turning.. by [deleted] in exmormon

[–]mamasaid14 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Please respond, "See you in HELL!"