Mormon to Muse - My Story of Creative Healing - Episode 1

In this very first episode, I’m sharing a piece of my own story — how I navigated a painful faith transition and how art became a lifeline through the uncertainty, grief, and rebuilding that followed. Leaving the belief system I was raised in wasn’t just about walking away; it was about losing a whole framework for identity, community, and meaning. It was disorienting, heartbreaking... and ultimately, freeing. Through creativity — starting with simple watercolor paintings — I found a way to process emotions that words couldn’t touch.

Art helped me reclaim my voice, rebuild my sense of self, and reconnect with a deeper, wiser part of me that religion had silenced.

In this episode, you'll hear:

A little about my upbringing and faith journey

The unexpected role creativity played in my healing

Why making art (even imperfectly) is such a powerful tool for navigating transition.

What you can expect from this podcast going forward

Whether you're deep in your own deconstruction or just starting to ask questions, I hope this story reminds you that healing isn’t linear — but it is possible. Thanks for being here. I’m so glad we’re doing this together. Sign up for Monday Muse to get a free creative healing exercise sent to your inbox every week. You can find me on instagram at Mormon to Muse and on YouTube

While this isn’t art therapy, and I’m not a licensed therapist, these creative exercises have been powerful tools for healing in my own life and in the lives of women I work with