Appearance isn’t something I value as much as other things—like the ability to go out in the rain without worrying about getting my hair wet.

You’re trying to uncover who you are, which means you’re looking for answers to questions you’re asking about yourself.

Being connected to your sensual side is a central part of enjoying your human experience.

For INFJs who would like to show themselves how much they value themselves, they should try to make sure their needs are taken care of.

We don’t have to sit and wait passively for an outside force to come save us or reveal the plan to us.

When leaving Christianity and going through the deconstruction process, you may find it challenging to figure out right and wrong on your own.

The first time I notice that religious trauma was beginning to affect me was with religious scrupulosity or religious OCD.

I feel that this is based on too simplistic a view of that which is greater than us.

If this is or could be a struggle for you, please know that there are ways to find some clarity about how to move forward without religion.

Once I gained this new understanding, I started to realize that there’s no reason I need to practice any particular religion at all.

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.

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