Many people whose husband has left the church have shared with me that they have noticed that he starts treating them like they’re less intelligent because they have faith in the gospel. If you’ve had this happen, you know what I mean. You may get statistics quoted to you, or church history, or LGBTQ issues, or the idea that you blindly follow old white guys. Maybe he suggests that you use the church as a crutch because you can’t face reality. You may even get the – seemingly

Once upon a time, I was asked to write a list of what I wanted. So I did. To buy new clothes To speak on stage with one of my coach mentors To be debt-free A coaching business etc. I wrote many things that I hoped for, set goals for, or dreamed of. I challenge you to do that same. Stop right now, set the timer on your phone to 3 minutes and write as many things as you can think of that you want. Good work. Then I was asked to write another list. This list changed my perspecti

“In everything give thanks,” the Lord reminds us in Doctrine and Covenants 98:1. Since it’s November, I thought I would jump on the bandwagon and talk about gratitude. Those who have gone through or are going through the challenge of having a spouse have a faith crisis or leave the church often feel stuck, overwhelmed, and sad. Too often, we neglect to recognize the good, the kindness, and the happiness that can be found – not despite the circumstance, but because of it. Toda