As you transition out of Mormonism, one of the challenges to embrace is taking care of yourself on this journey.
Discover Who You Really Are.
Coming out of an organization or religion such as Mormonism also means leaving a familiar life style of set patterns. In Mormonism, a lot of things are defined for you. Who you are, what you are supposed to be, and how you should live are spelled out clearly. So during this transitional period it is just you and Jesus. Now is the time to figure out who you are apart from the Mormon culture. It can be frightening, but that is okay as long as you understand that it is going to be challenging. Take the challenge and start learning.
Get Counseling.
This is a very helpful step for many people. You can learn a lot about yourself through counseling. There are many good counselors available, whether secular or someone affiliated with a Christian church. God is with you and it is all about figuring out who you are spiritually with Christ and what’s important in life. Counselors are wonderful because they will validate your feelings, emotions, and experiences within the church. Sometimes we just need someone to listen and give encouragement.
Figure Out How the Holy Spirit Speaks to You.
Self care is also about self discovery. Find out how the Holy Spirit speaks to you. How is the Lord going to reach you in your life? Things will be different than when you were in the LDS church. Your responses to things will be different. You are discovering and learning a whole new you.
Get Another Bible.
This can be liberating and a very important step to self care. Many people appreciate a Bible with the King James Version on one side and a modern translation on the other. It eases the transition by mixing something familiar with something new. Of course there is something to be said about Christ’s words written in red, but it is also nice to make your own decision about what Scripture or translation of the Bible speaks to you. There are a lot to choose from. What reaches you? The process of making that decision is empowering.
Care for Yourself.
The idea of self-care is legitimate and something you should grasp onto. Ask yourself, “How can I take care of myself during this difficult journey?
