Category Archives: Recovery

I’ve dreamed of making this post ever since the day someone made a similar one on the exmormon.reddit.com site. “Well, I’m done here.  I know the church isn’t the real deal and I’m moving on with my life.  Thanks for … Continue reading →

This bit is based on my own meandering experience. Therapists All therapists are not created equal.  Just like you might really get along with one boss, and dislike another, even though the work is the same, this is true for … Continue reading →

The fourth stage in recovery is known as Depression. Arguably the longest phase in recovery, it is important to realize that this is a necessary phase.  The person is grieving not just for some metaphorical loss, but for the real … Continue reading →

The third stage in recovery is known as bargaining.Wikipedia says: The third stage involves the hope that the individual can somehow postpone or delay death. Usually, the negotiation for an extended life is made with a higher power in exchange … Continue reading →

Again, I’m no therapist, simply explaining what I’ve seen dozens of times over from a sample of exmormons and ex-Jehova’s Witnesses on reddit and elsewhere.  If you are having issues coping and moving on see a trained professional. Step 2- … Continue reading →

Step One- Doubt Not everyone goes through every step.  This is intended to be a basic guide to help people who ARE in these steps to cope and move on rather than an indication that something is wrong if an … Continue reading →

I’ve been asked by a few people to discuss recovery from the system over the years, and so I thought to create a new category and to discuss a bit.  I am by no means an expert. It is a … Continue reading →