New NOM Here

[didyoumythme]

Hi Everyone. I was born and raised in the church, graduated from BYU, married in the temple etc. I am a recent convert to NOMism after exploring church history and really allowing myself to think critically about my beliefs. It has been liberating to finally admit to myself that I don't believe all of the things I was taught to believe anymore. I see so much beauty in the world with my new and changing perspective, but it has come with the same trials of family and friend push back that many of you know so well.

I enjoy studying and thinking critically about my beliefs and faith/religion in general, as well as longboarding, basketball, videogames, and Indian food. I lurked here for a bit before the site went down, and now I hope to contribute and learn from this awesome community regularly!

[MalcolmVillager]

Welcome. We are still trying to pick up steam on the new site. It has been a "god-send" to my sanity since my FC started a few years ago. I love the candid conversation and wisdom of those who have been here longer than me.

Come contribute when you can. We do need more active posters.

[Snowdrop]

Welcome!

[HighMaintenance]

Welcome!

[moksha]

I was captivated by the Indian food part. Welcome.

[Vlad the Emailer]

Love your username!

I, too, hope you'll stick around and join in conversations.

It's always great to hear others experiences and learn new perspectives.

Welcome!

[Hagoth]

Welcome to NOM, didyoumythme! I'm glad you found us at our new home.

[DPRoberts]

Hi Everyone. I was born and raised in the church, graduated from BYU, married in the temple etc. I am a recent convert to NOMism after exploring church history and really allowing myself to think critically about my beliefs. It has been liberating to finally admit to myself that I don't believe all of the things I was taught to believe anymore. I see so much beauty in the world with my new and changing perspective, but it has come with the same trials of family and friend push back that many of you know so well.

I enjoy studying and thinking critically about my beliefs and faith/religion in general, as well as longboarding, basketball, videogames, and Indian food. I lurked here for a bit before the site went down, and now I hope to contribute and learn from this awesome community regularly!

Welcome, didyoumythme. Allowing yourself to think critically about your own beliefs is a big deal and the gateway to that big beautiful world you mentioned.

I hope while in Provo you discovered Bombay House. Interesting story there with the owners being converted to Mormonism in India and immigrating to Utah. Maybe they bless the food to make it extra good . There are two other locations in Salt Lake County if you get up that way.

Looking forward to your participation.

[Corsair]

I enjoy studying and thinking critically about my beliefs and faith/religion in general, as

Welcome! What was the idea or event that initiated your shift from orthodox thought?

[didyoumythme]

I enjoy studying and thinking critically about my beliefs and faith/religion in general, as

Welcome! What was the idea or event that initiated your shift from orthodox thought?

This is an interesting question because I have always had a tendency to question, but I never had a framework on which to truly seek questions until this year when I studied church history and doctrine. It started with questions about tithing (10% of gross/net vs 10% of surplus) and the WoW (Why we seem to ignore half of the section, why do hot drinks=coffee and tea etc.). The CES letter was a big turning point for me, after which I realized there was so much I didn't know and I researched everything I could get my hands on. 5 months and countless hours of reading/podcast listening later here I am. It still amazes me how quickly perspective can change with new information.

Ultimately, I think there are many issues that demonstrate that "the church isn't true", at least in the sense most TBMs understand it. The Book of Abraham, polygamy, BoM historicity, magic/masonic influences on Joseph Smith, and the early conception of the Godhead are big for me.