Beyond The Spacious Building

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Welcome to Beyond the Spacious Building, a space for truth-seeking through exploration and reflection. This blog invites you to look beyond the ordinary and question your perceptions while searching for meaning. Each post aims to reveal deeper aspects of our experiences and shows how curiosity and self-reflection can lead to personal insights. Join me in discovering ideas that promote growth, authenticity, and a deeper connection with the world around us.

  • Mountain Meadow Masacre: The Shocking Truth

    The Mountain Meadows Massacre is one of the darkest and most horrifying chapters in Mormon history. For years, I dismissed it as anti-Mormon rhetoric, not worthy of my attention. As a devout member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, I was taught to shield myself from anything critical of the church. But…

  • Friends? or foes?

    Navigating Isolation After Leaving Mormonism Since leaving the organized religion of Mormonism, I’ve come to understand a kind of isolation that I never expected. It’s a subtle, yet deeply felt shift in relationships. People who were once part of your daily life now hesitate, unsure of how to interact with you. The sense of belonging…

  • But did you ever have a testimony: the common question

    But Did You Ever Have a Testimony? This question stings. I hear it too often, and it’s not just a query—it’s a judgment disguised as curiosity. I figured it was time to address it directly. The implication behind this question is clear: If I had truly believed, I wouldn’t have left. If I had truly…

  • DNA Evidence and the Book of Mormon: Dna results

    Gospel Topic Essay Book of Mormon and DNA Studies Exploring the origins of Native Americans within the context of the Book of Mormon raises complex questions about history, belief, and cultural narratives. For many Latter-day Saints, teachings about the Lamanites—portrayed as ancestors of Native Americans—have long been a cornerstone of understanding their connection to ancient…

  • Finding gratitude

    Thanksgiving is often a time when we gather with loved ones, share meals, and reflect on what we’re grateful for. But beyond the cozy traditions and abundant tables, gratitude can be a powerful tool for transformation—especially during life’s most challenging seasons. This year, I’ve been reflecting on what it means to embrace gratitude in moments…

  • Questions?: I’ve got answers

    Recently I agreed to do a podcast with a fellow postmo (post mormon). Initially we agreed to do a little Q & A with each other and ask each other 5 questions, which got me thinking… Got Questions? I’ve Got Stories! ✨📝 Life’s been a journey of courage, growth, and starting over—moving states, closing businesses,…

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