Health Beyond Mormonism

Thank you so much for helping to make this first season of Health Beyond Mormonism a spectacular success! This is the first and only health podcast serving deconstructing Mormons and Exmormons, and it's been such a fantastic experience serving you in this way! I'll be back in February with all new episodes. If you'd like to be a guest, or if you have good ideas for an episode, please r...

It was a plane wreck. At 21 and pregnant, Kamber's life trajectory changed forever. From being a hopeful young wife of a soon-to-be doctor, she became a young widow with a child in tow, finishing college and attempting to find a new partner. Unfortunately, being sealed to her first husband, she faced a new type of discrimination: no good Mormon men will date a woman who's already sealed. W...

The days are short. The weather is dark. Your energy levels have plummeted and your sex drive has tanked. Whether or not you're diagnosed with Seasonal Affective Disorder, the lower light levels of wintertime probably affect you in one way or another. In this episode of Health Beyond Mormonism, I'll give you a healthy dose of science, a short discussion about mental health in Mormon cultur...

Topher is one of my oldest friends, and one of my original health coaching clients. We have an incredible conversation about what it's like being homosexual in Mormonism, and his path to healing. We cover topics like abuse, depression, family rejection, conversion therapy, self discovery, healing, and the roll that nutrition plays in your mental and physical health. Topher is an incredibly bri...

What a badass! That's all I can say about Andrew Horner and the way he's found health and happiness in embracing his autonomy post-Mormonism. In learning how to break all the right rules, he's carved out a successful career for himself as a graffiti artist in Austin, TX. We chat about: -Authenticity -Being present in the moment -Sexual repression in church culture -Workout programs -Di...

Winter is coming! And all the holiday visits with your racist uncle and all the Mormon extended family who say they're cool with your faith transition, but keep leaving Liahona magazines open to strategic articles around the house in hopes that they'll catch your eye, peak your curiosity, and lead you to come back to church. This podcast is for you. Much love. Resources: How to Set Healthy...

Becca is a gender health nurse and researcher with years of experience serving folks who have a uterus. She discusses the importance of knowing your own anatomy and communicating honestly with your provider, and some of the shame-based hang-ups she's experienced with patients with a Mormon background. Becca's resources: Our Whole Life (OWL) playlist on youtube Mama Dr. Jones on youtube Ret...

Those who've spent any time inside Mormonism understand that masturbation was HUGELY sinful and shameful. This episode separates fact vs fiction in the realm of sexual sin, the health benefits of masturbation, and the importance of practicing body autonomy. Resources: Little factory metaphor To Young Men Only by Elder Boyd K. Packer “Little Factory Talk” 1976 Healthline: Masturbation Side Effe...

Kelly Abbott tells his story of his time as a counselor at BYU and some of the challenges he faced dealing with cognitive dissonance as he supported students through faith crises, LGBT issues, and the unethical dealings of the Honor Code Office in regards to victims of campus rape. Kelly's story through his faith transition, changes in employment and marriage, and strategies to get through the men...

Candice Elliott Reeder tells her powerful story of her healing journey after Mormonism. Having grown up internalizing messaging of unworthiness and becoming codependent on her roll as a wife, parent, and church member, Candy has reclaimed her personal authority over her spirituality, body, and mental health. She built a wonderful small business where she can use her skills as a green witch and ene...

Join us as we hear Tiffany's journey through her faith transition, health issues, and marriage complications and how she's found healing and empowerment after hardship. There are SO MANY amazing lessons and take-aways that I hope you can apply to your own health journey!

This is a science bomb episode with tons of research and lots of great recommendations to help you learn to navigate your use of coffee and tea in a healthy, positive way. Don't forget to join the Health Beyond Mormonism Community on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/groups/1316665862543842 Special thanks to all the members of the Health Beyond Mormonism Community who contributed to the conve...

Join Dario Alvarez and Lindsey Rahn as they discuss how important community is to your mental and spiritual health, and how to find or create new community if you transition out of the church.

Everything you need to know about how to interact safely with grown-up drinks beyond Mormonism. Sources: https://history.churchofjesuschrist.org/blog/ask-us-top-reference-questions-about-the-word-of-wisdom?lang=eng https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/october-2019-general-conference-temple-recommend https://www.cdc.gov/alcohol/faqs.htm#:~:text=To%20reduce%20the%20risk%20of,days%20when%...

Welcome to Health Beyond Mormonism! In this evidence-based health podcast, we'll be reexamining all health topics that you learned in the pews.