Unpacking Mormonism: And Other Religious Trauma

27/02/2024

Who invited the party poopers?

26/02/2024

The final episode of our wildly popular temple series.

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20/02/2024

Preach!

13/02/2024

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11/02/2024

We are alive, and so are you. Come join us as we spill more tea on the endowment. We're all in this together and want you to participate in this exciting discussion.

08/02/2024

People often ask me how to determine if a church or religious group is toxic. Here are 25 Characteristics that come to mind:

1. Claiming a close relationship with God while not actively doing your personal work to address your brokenness that is harmful to yourself and others

2. Arguing theology to bolster one's ego and being "right" about God

3. Disparaging people of different beliefs as a sign of devotion to yours

4. Casting judgment upon others while giving yourself a pass

5. Dividing the world up into “us” and “them”

6. Using fear and shame to coerce obedience and devotion

7. Teaching people they are inherently bad, powerless, and lack the necessary skills, tools and competencies to be whole and free

8. Repressing individuality and demanding conformity

9. Demonizing those who question beliefs and teachings, voice dissent, and demand integrity

10. Perpetuating a spiritual superiority class structure of “clergy” and “laity”

11. Teaching a performance-based system of earning and maintaining God’s love and approval

12. Assigning maleness to God and esteeming men over women

13. Allowing differences of beliefs to prevent working alongside others to alleviate suffering in our world

14. Praying for divine intervention without taking direct action

15. Claiming to be a devoted Christian while perpetuating discord and hostility in human relationships

16. Denying other fields of knowledge such as science and psychology as necessary means of personal growth and development

17. Dividing up the world into "sacred" and "secular"

18. Characterizing professional therapy, mental health services and medication as a lack of faith

19. Claiming that there is only one legitimate way of understanding the Bible, God and spiritual truth

20. Glorifying violence and bloodshed as a salvific remedy.

21. Fostering spiritual codependency as a foundation for codependency in human relationships.

22. Teaching that toxic and abusive behavior in relationships is resolved by a woman being tolerant, forgiving, and trying harder to be a good “Proverbs 31” Christian woman.

23. Fear-mongering people from exploring life’s biggest questions outside the framework of traditional religion and theology.

24. High control, micro-managing accountability, and expectation of excessive organizational commitment.

25. Toxic religious leaders are viewed as divinely authoritative, beyond reproach, and deserving of homage and obedience.

- Jim Palmer

03/02/2024

Found out if you look up “Mormon memes”, there’s some pretty funny ones there😂

31/01/2024

An eye for an eye is not a healthy way to treat toxic relationships. Leaving them alone, and out of sight is the best way to focus on yourself and abstain yourself from the toxic environment.

28/01/2024

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25/01/2024

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23/01/2024

Hopefully some thoughts can be sparked. What do y’all think? Feel free to comment your thoughts I’d love to hear them!

22/01/2024

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22/01/2024

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21/01/2024

We are live and alive and so are you so come hang with us and talk stuff and things.

21/01/2024

We’re going live soon with Hayden and Kaydee to talk about baptisms for the dead! Don’t miss it!

21/01/2024

Absolutely beautiful. Loving others isn’t something that is only possible with conditions. Love others always.

Those who love you are not fooled by mistakes you have made or dark images you hold about yourself. They remember your beauty when you feel ugly; your wholeness when you are broken; your innocence when you feel guilty; and your purpose when you are confused. ~Alan Cohen

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10/01/2024

Cognitive impairments have been linked to religious fundamentalism. Are thought-stopping techniques to blame?

What role does mindfulness play in improving one's ability to think more clearly and rationally?

How can we avoid falling into the trap of groupthink and maintain independent thinking?

What techniques can we use to manage our emotions and avoid making irrational decisions?

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08/01/2024

Hi everyone. Alex from Daisy Girl East Coast studio checking in. Today's episode of Unpacking Mormonism: And Other Religious Trauma is running behind, be patient, be loved and wait just a little longer with delicious antici-pation. xo

07/01/2024

Julia Sanders and America Marvel are in the house!!! Join us as we talk about the temple endowment, handshakes, passwords, clothing, history and more!!!

01/01/2024

Let's talk about preparation for the temple.

01/01/2024

Daisy Girl Communications is looking forward to expanding its audience and focusing on building a self-help curriculum in 2024. Join us as our host Sarah shares her vision.