About this episode

Sisters Meggan and Julie O'Neal share their experiences growing up in a strict Mormon household and discuss their faith journeys and relationship dynamics.

In today's episode, sisters Meggan and Julie share what it was like growing up in a family of 14 children in a very strict Mormon household. They describe a home built around structure, obedience, and high expectations: early morning scripture study, strict rules, limited privacy, and constant pressure to represent the “ideal” Mormon family. They each re-tell their own experiences growing up in this environment, and discuss why they found their relationship fractured for many years—then reveal how they re-kindled their relationship. They also each discuss their individual faith journeys and where they stand with their beliefs today. Topics/themes include: -Family dynamics -Authority and control in the home -Modesty and purity culture -Perfectionism, shame and worthiness -Faith transitions Meggan is also the host of her own post-Mormon channel, Generally Unquotable , which can be found here . This episode is a beautiful example of bridge building and unconditional love, and we are very grateful to Meggan and Julie for sharing their story with us. ___________________ YouTube At Mormon Stories we explore, celebrate, and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by…

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