Episode 7: Religion Part 1- I Found Out I was Raised In a Cult Last Night

Navigating Faith: A Journey Away from Mormonism   In this episode of 'What's the Syduation!?', host Sydney and her niece Elise delve into the complexities of leaving the Mormon Church. Sydney shares her experience of entering into a deeply Mormon family through her marriage to Adam, who was exiting the church at the time, and how their relationship influenced his departure. Elise recounts her own upbringing in a devout Mormon family, the social pressures she faced, and ultimately, her decision to leave the church. They discuss the difficult dynamics with family members, the emotional and social impacts of their departures, and the critical support systems that helped them through the process. This episode offers personal stories and insights on navigating faith, identity, and family expectations. 00:00 Introduction and Topic Overview 00:30 Adam's Journey Leaving the Mormon Church 00:49 Challenges of Dating a Mormon 02:14 Family Dynamics and Religion 06:07 Elise's Upbringing in a Mormon Family 08:53 Questioning and Doubts About Faith 18:54 Final Straw and Leaving the Church 22:38 Realizing the Truth 23:00 Consuming New Information 23:20 Family Reactions 23:52 Emotional Impact 24:22 Support Systems 24:38 Positive Aspects of Mormonism 25:42 Leaving the Church 34:09 Confessing to the Bishop 36:04 Questioning Religion 42:16 Steps to Leaving 42:29 Conclusion and Teaser for Next Episode