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024 Danny & Kelsie Froerer - Shifting Religious Identity in Self and Marriage + Stepping Away From Organized Religion +Importance of Curiosity & Diversity + Choosing Love Over Traditions and Shame
MIDDLE GROUND With Brynne - Life on Purpose+Growing in Faith+Doubt+Love+Intentional+Progress+Unity
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HEADS UP: This conversation does mention sex and pornography.
In this conversation, Brynne Erickson engages with Danny and Kelsie as they share their profound journey of faith, exploring their spiritual upbringing, pivotal moments that shaped their beliefs, and the challenges of navigating a mixed-faith marriage. They discuss the impact of compassion and understanding in their lives, the struggle with societal expectations, and the importance of curiosity in fostering empathy. Ultimately, they reflect on their current beliefs and the values they wish to instill in their children, emphasizing kindness and the acceptance of diverse perspectives.
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Takeaways:
Danny's experience in the bishopric highlighted the need for compassion over shame.
They emphasize the importance of curiosity and understanding in relationships.
Both Danny and Kelsie aim to raise their children with open discussions about faith.
Chapters:
00:00 Spiritual Upbringing and Early Influences
03:13 Pivotal Moments in Faith Development
06:11 Challenges and Questions in Faith
09:26 High School Experiences and Social Dynamics
12:14 Shifts in Religious Views Over Time
15:11 Experiences in Mission and Early Marriage
18:10 Navigating Church Leadership and Personal Struggles
21:03 The Turning Point in Faith Journey
24:27 The Pressure of Expectations
28:02 Breaking Free from Shame
31:44 Deciding to Stop Feeling Bad
36:01 Shifting Perspectives on Self-Talk
39:58 Navigating Mixed Faith Marriages
44:34 Finding Support and Understanding
49:46 The Journey of Self-Discovery
54:15 Navigating Pity and Compassion
58:41 The Journey of Leaving the Church
01:01:38 Teaching Children About Beliefs
01:08:23 Embracing Different Perspectives
01:11:47 Curiosity and Understanding in Relationships
Keywords:
faith journey, mixed-faith marriage, spirituality, compassion, religious upbringing, personal growth, understanding, empathy, LDS church, self-acceptance
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