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How Idealizing Motherhood Hurts Mormon Women
We often talk about motherhood as if it is women’s only valuable source of identity and meaning for a woman. Being a mother is an important aspect of my identity as an LDS woman, but it is not the entirety of my identity. While mothering my children is an important contribution, it is not the source of my worth. Keep reading to learn how idealizing motherhood hurts women.
That’s Church Guest Appearance: Empowering Mixed Faith Marriages Podcast Episode
I loved my time chatting with the hosts of That’s Church. Listen to our discussion regarding embracing Mixed Faith Marriages.
Navigating Personal Beliefs Within Religious Contexts and Maintaining Relationships: Guest Appearance on Between Us Podcast
Dr. Julie Hanks recently appeared as a guest on the Between Us Podcast. They discussed how to navigate personal beliefs within religious contexts, how to maintain relationships, and more.
How do I support my 13-year-old daughter who wants to stay in the LDS Church when I have left? Ask Dr. Julie Hanks
Saren is trying to reconcile letting her child be a part of something that she has chosen to leave behind while also respecting her daughter’s agency. To top it off, her daughter has had a difficult time with her mother’s decision to leave the Church.
How do I decide on a career that I won’t later regret or wish I had taken a different path? Ask Dr. Julie Hanks
Kellice wants to choose a sustainable career to support herself and her boys, but she isn’t sure where to start. How can she be sure she isn’t going to make the wrong decision?
Stepping Back from the Church? How to do so in a psychological healthy way with Dr Julie Hanks Consulting
This bonus episode of the podcast is for anyone who is considering a step back from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints while also wanting to protect their mental health.
Dr. Julie Hanks Shares Insights on Faith Questions and Relationships: Between Us Podcast
Listen as I chat with the hosts of the Between Us Podcast and talk about all things faith and relationships.
How do I heal from a patriarchal marriage and let go of resentment I’m carrying towards the LDS Church? Ask Dr. Julie Hanks
Alyssa feels angry when she thinks about the time she lost living in a patriarchal marriage and sad when she thinks about her past self who didn’t feel empowered.
Mormon Land Podcast: What LDS Women Want—in the wake of a controversial ‘priesthood power’ speech
A thought-filled discussion with Mormon Land podcast on J. Anette Dennis’ quote on March 17. We discuss the quote as well as the flood of responses from Latter-day Saint women on the Church’s social media post.
How do I pursue a high-powered career and still show up as the mom I want to be? Ask Dr. Julie Hanks
Mallory recently went back to work part-time and is feeling immense guilt about being torn between work and home life.
How can I better communicate to my husband that I’m not comfortable letting our child sleep at my in-laws’ house? Ask Dr. Julie Hanks
Diana is not okay with either herself or her child sleeping there because years ago, her father-in-law was arrested for child molestation. Her husband has struggled to respect this boundary
How should I approach my daughter’s upcoming baptism when I don’t believe 8-year-olds are capable of making this choice? Ask Dr. Julie Hanks
Christine and her husband have several valid hesitations about their daughter getting baptized when they aren't sure that she really understands what she would be committing to.
How can I stay engaged and active in the LDS Church as a working mom and a feminist? Ask Dr. Julie Hanks
Sylvia shares the story of a painful experience at Church that has left her wondering if she sustains her leaders.
How do I know if I want kids because I genuinely want them or because it’s always been expected of me? Ask Dr. Julie Hanks
After a recent break up caused by her partner not wanting to have children, Nicole is hoping to gain some clarity as to what she wants for her future and why.
Resources for Overcoming Mom Guilt: How do I stop feeling guilty?
A common struggle I see among moms is mom guilt. I’ve seen mothers worry that they aren’t spending enough time with their children, aren’t cooking enough, aren’t folding enough laundry, or aren’t worthy of self-care. If you’re a mom struggling with mom guilt, bookmark this post and refer to it often because it’s full of resources to help you stop feeling guilty as a mother.