Latter Day Struggles

Episode 234: Spiritual Scrupulosity [Part IV of IV]-Healing a Culture of Competition, Transactional Worthiness, and Perfectionism in LDS Full-time Missionary Service

June 14, 2024 Valerie Hamaker Episode 234
🔒 Episode 234: Spiritual Scrupulosity [Part IV of IV]-Healing a Culture of Competition, Transactional Worthiness, and Perfectionism in LDS Full-time Missionary Service
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Episode 234: Spiritual Scrupulosity [Part IV of IV]-Healing a Culture of Competition, Transactional Worthiness, and Perfectionism in LDS Full-time Missionary Service
Jun 14, 2024 Episode 234
Valerie Hamaker

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In this final episode in their series tackling the topic of OCD spiritual scrupulosity within the context of the LDS faith, Valerie and Brannon Patrick reflect on their own experiences as missionaries to offer a respectful critique of a culture that of vulnerable to struggles with mental health in general and spiritual scrupulosity in specific. 


Their conversation addresses the critical issue of psychological distress among missionaries, exacerbated by a culture of perfectionism, performance, and a focus on missionary success connected to personal obedience. 


Through personal stories and insights on their own faith journeys, they advocate for a healthier, more balanced approach to spiritual beliefs and the missionary experience, aiming to help individuals both on missions and beyond reclaim their sense of self-worth and belovedness.

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Subscriber-only episode

In this final episode in their series tackling the topic of OCD spiritual scrupulosity within the context of the LDS faith, Valerie and Brannon Patrick reflect on their own experiences as missionaries to offer a respectful critique of a culture that of vulnerable to struggles with mental health in general and spiritual scrupulosity in specific. 


Their conversation addresses the critical issue of psychological distress among missionaries, exacerbated by a culture of perfectionism, performance, and a focus on missionary success connected to personal obedience. 


Through personal stories and insights on their own faith journeys, they advocate for a healthier, more balanced approach to spiritual beliefs and the missionary experience, aiming to help individuals both on missions and beyond reclaim their sense of self-worth and belovedness.

MORE LATTER DAY STRUGGLES RESOURCES:

SUBSCRIBE TO FRIDAYS HERE! DON'T MISS A SINGLE WORD! : https://www.buzzsprout.com/2363568/subscribe
3-step (2 minute) process:
1: Click link and set up your account
2: Select your preferred podcast app where you listen
3. Click Follow to link the podcast to your listening app

CONSULTING: Interested in doing individual or couples work with Valerie or a member of her trained team? Time-limited packages with Valerie and extended work with her team of coaches and therapists are available ⁠⁠here!⁠

SUPPORT GROUPS: Next support group starts Wednesday evenings this September. ONLY 5 SEATS LEFT. To pre-register click on this link⁠.⁠

CLASSES: Discover ways, learn new concepts, and build skills that will help you grow and strengthen your relationships. Visit the class library.

SUPPORT: Like what you’re hearing at Latter Day Struggles Podcast? Make a one-time donation to ⁠her business Venmo account⁠ or become a recurring donor ...