Jill’s Journey: From Mormonism to Personal Growth In this episode, Jill shares her compelling journey of growing up within the Mormon Church in Utah, describing her family's deep connections to the faith and her early involvement in strict religious practices. Jill outlines the historical context of Mormonism and how its doctrines influenced her upbringing, including her education and success in music.

She reflects on the psychological and philosophical challenges of questioning ingrained beliefs and the struggles related to gender roles. Jill explores how deconstructing her faith led to personal empowerment and a broader worldview.

Emphasizing self-reflection and the importance of spiritual growth, especially for women, she discusses finding a balance between maintaining core values and exploring new boundaries. Jill’s journey offers insights into balancing religious principles with personal well-being and achieving emotional liberation from rigid dogmas.

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⁠https://www.instagram.com/find.yoursummit/⁠ 00:00 Introduction and Jill's Background 02:30 History of Mormonism 07:11 Growing Up in a Mormon Family 11:40 Questioning Faith and Gender Roles 20:36 Deconstructing Faith 27:10 A Departure from the Church 27:24 Historical Context of Messianic Figures 29:52 Personal Liberation and Philosophy 30:18 Fear-Based Teachings in Religion 31:36 Stages of Faith Development 37:40 Family Reactions and Community Impact 42:56 Exploring Personal Freedom 48:02 Final Reflections and Advice