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Aug 2023
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#174: Leaving the Church, Getting a Divo...

Mary Jelkovsky
About this episode

If you were raised in a restrictive, religious environment, this episode is for you. Morgan Haley joins us for a relatable and validating conversation about unsubscribing from beliefs that don’t serve you and discovering your own identity. FYI, we challenge and reject religious dogma that’s rooted in fear, shame, and hate.

You will learn...
⛪️ why Morgan decided to leave the evangelical Christian community and divorce her first marriage
💔 how that’s impacted her relationship with her family
❤️‍🩹 what’s helped Morgan heal from a lifetime of religious trauma
🏳️‍🌈 how her new relationship changed her view of love

Remember: there is no timeline for the healing process.

Morgan, or @findingmorgantyler on IG, is a queer fitness and yoga instructor whose goal is to bring you approachable workouts that you feel confident doing from the comfort of your home. She speaks openly about leaving religious dogma, discovering her sexuality, and healing from shame through movement. You can find the links to her app as well as her programs via the link in her IG bio.

Follow Morgan on Instagram: @findingmorgantyler
Learn more about Morgan’s approachable yoga + fitness programs: https://linktr.ee/Morgantyler?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=01a2c2e2-4af9-49b6-838e-16a69193565d

And if you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it and share it on social media! Make sure to tag @maryspodcast and @findingmorgantyler

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