How to Explain That You’re Leaving Christianity to Religious Friends and Family

If your friends or family show even the slightest hint of curiosity, you may be able to go deeper into what you’ve been studying.

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What Should You Avoid When Deconstructing Your Faith?

I’ve learned some things about deconstructing that might be helpful for those who are just beginning their journey.

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4 Key Changes I Had to Make to Go from Christianity to Spirituality

When I read journal entries from even the time when I was making the transition, I find that I don’t know the person who wrote them.

How to Avoid the Biggest Mistake I Made When Deconstructing My Faith

I missed an essential piece when I was still very actively involved in this process.

What Are Some Spiritual Benefits of Disconnecting from Social Media?

Doing these things allows you to discover who you truly are. And I think discovering your true self is one of the most spiritual things you can do.

How I See Easter Now That I’m No Longer a Christian

Because I’ve shifted so much of what I believe about religion, Easter doesn’t have the same significance for me as it once did.

How Can You Establish a New Identity After Leaving Christianity?

If your identity was strongly tied to your religion, it’s possible you now find yourself in the middle of an identity crisis.

The Importance of Self-Discovery When Leaving Christianity for Spirituality

As you uncover your own authentic spirituality, you have to take time to uncover what you truly believe and what spiritual practices feel good to you.

Why I Call Myself a “Spiritual Coach” Not a “Spiritual Leader”

As a coach, it’s not my job to lead you to believe what I believe when it comes to spirituality.

How to Hold Onto Faith in a Higher Power After Leaving Christianity

But even if you’re no longer Christian or religious, you can still hold onto faith in something greater than you.

5 Challenges You May Face When Leaving Christianity for Spirituality (and How to Overcome Them)

It was challenging for me to go from being solid in my Christian faith to establishing my own belief system and living according to it. But I’ve also found it very freeing.

How to Use the Voice in Your Head to Your Advantage (Even With Mental Health Challenges)

There’s a much more active role that you can play with the voice in your head.

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Why Should You Consider Expressing Your Sensuality Through Writing?

I’m passionate about self-discovery, and I find that you can learn things about yourself by analyzing the kinds of fantasies you’re drawn to.

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Why We Don’t Choose Authenticity and Why It’s So Important to Be Authentic

When we let other people make some of the biggest decisions of our lives, we’re essentially handing ownership of our lives over to them.

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How to Overcome Obstacles on the Path to Living an Authentic Life

To deal with these initial obstacles, let’s first identify what they are.

12 Journal Prompts to Distinguish Between Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivation

Sometimes we so want to be accepted or approved of that we make decisions based on others’ expectations instead of what we truly want.

Want to Live an Authentic Life? Start By Identifying Your Core Values. Here’s How.

One thing I’ve found is that, when you’re trying to picture your ideal life, you can be influenced by the people who are asking you to visualize.

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Why Is It So Important to Go on a Self Journey?

A journey of self-discovery can help us get clarity on what we believe now and what new habits we need to adopt to live in a way that’s more aligned with our true self.