No Longer LDS? What Do I Believe?

​In this video, I answer the big questions about what I actually believe after leaving Mormonism: Am I happier? Am I an atheist or a skeptic? What happens after we die? ​We all need a philosophy of life—one that matches reality as closely as possible. Looking back, Mormonism contains two fundamental ideas in direct conflict: God is in charge vs. Reality is in charge. When you choose reality, everything else—the atonement, the Holy Ghost, the plan of salvation—gets deconstructed. ​Join me as I break down my personal philosophy, from metaphysics and epistemology to why reason and our own judgment must replace spiritual authority. Plus, I share a perspective on life after death that might actually surprise you, and why our true focus belongs on living a deeply happy, value-driven life right here and now. Links: Elder Ballard 2:26-3:21    • Stay in the Boat and Hold On!   Leonard Piekoff 35:18-38:52    • The Pluralists, the Atomists and the Birth...