What It’s Like Going Viral for Criticizing the Mormon Church

In the last year, I've gained a combined 650,000+ followers/subscribers for criticizing the Mormon church. This is what it's like to be a human being in the middle of a tidal wave of hate crashing into a tidal wave of love and support.

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[mikey]

You helped my wife feel comfortable leaving the church. That has meant more than any words can convey; happy one year!

[Blackhorselove]

Hearing the tightness in your voice while talking about how your family will probably one day not want you at social events is heartbreaking! It’s very unfair that leaving these restrictive religions means being cutoff from the people you care about.

[jenwhitesides]

It was annoying to see that you had sold 2, 999 books, so I bought one so I can sleep tonight. Love your videos and your bravery, Alyssa!

[vlong]

As a Gramma, (former Mormon -- haven't attended for 50 years) so very proud of your courage, your authenticity, your candidness, your wisdom and intelligence. You are a bright light shining truth. Thank you.

[sarahviktoria]

I am the lone black sheep ex-mo among 6 TBM sisters and mom. I have no support except you and other ex-Mos on YT. You are needed. Thank you. ❤

[melance]

The negative comments really live up to the adage, "There is no hate like Christian love".

[mads]

9:02 I think it’s also appropriate to remember that unlike John dehlin you are not an over 6 foot man, you are a woman, and you have done things to call out fundamentals of what people believe. It is not paranoid to be concerned for your safety.

[Blackbeard]

I know a lot of people who watch your videos are either Mormon or ex Mormons but I’m neither. I’m just fascinated in cults and love listening to your stories of breaking free from this cult. Big fan from North Carolina.

[PaulMDavidson]

When I found your channel, I assumed you'd been at it for years. Achieving this level of success in one year is astounding.

[MsMay]

I’m a 65 yr old woman. I left the church over 40 years ago. I..am..soo..proud..of..you!

[Windthroughcedars]

Secrecy helps to build a sense of mystery and power. By doing things like showing the garments and the ceremonies, you expose them to the light of day and strip them of their mystic.

I honestly don’t think I can emphasize how much power that takes away from an organization like the Mormon church.

I don’t think you’re crazy for being afraid. But I just wanna let you know as somebody who grew up in a different, highly structured religion, it’s been very healing to see you speak.

[laurenconrad]

I still remember how one of your first videos was about being a stay-at-home mom and how you weren’t ashamed of it, but ironically, that and other videos led to a massive YouTube career and you’re no longer a stay-at-home mom other than being a mom who works from home. Congrats on everything! I love your content.

[hanskreuzmann]

From my wife and I, an old couple, former "card carrying members in good standing":
We admire you greatly, you are brave and very capable to do this essential work.
BEST OF LUCK AND HAPPY BIRTHDAY !!

[laurak]

One reason you have gone so viral is that you are such a good speaker/story-teller... love and respect from someone who was raised with no religion on the other side of the world :)

[kriskova]

I left the church last month. I came across your videos shortly before making my final decision to leave. You’ve helped me not be so depressed about all of the fucking horrible aspects of leaving. You’ve helped me to incorporate humor and lightness to such difficult topics - not in a frivolous way of course - just in a way to make this transition easier on the heart❤ Seeing you get emotional made me cry because I know that pain. I see your pain and I also see you joy. Thank you for being so vulnerable and honest and “offensive”😅 You are helping so many people!

[kaciclason]

as a 19 y/o deconstructing from the mormon church your channel has been so comforting. it’s been so isolating being the only one in my family to go through this and your channel makes me feel less alone. thank you.

[eps]

I love your heart. You obviously care deeply for people and truth. Your integrity is so inspiring! Happy birthday - please have your favorite latte on me ❤

[swimmyswim]

Consuming ex-Mormon and ex-fundie stuff has been instrumental in my deconstructing as someone who grew up Catholic, currently identifies as queer, and has been getting increasingly worried with the rise of Christian nationalist extremists. Keep fighting the good fight!

[litovkin]

Speaking about the isolation at minute 21 and hearing the tears in your voice, it's heartbreaking. I am not a former Mormon, but a former Calvinist Christian, I feel that isolation deeply, most of my family of 10 kids knows that I have rejected their faith, they will never understand why I chose to leave. My wife still keeps it from her family because she feels she will lose those relationships. I really appreciate your videos and hope to see you continue to grow.

[lukesherwin]

I’m an ex-Seventh-day Adventist (a similar cult, though arguably not as extreme as LDS), and have had several long-time friends deconstruct from the SDA church in the past year, and I have shared some of your videos with them. One friend has even gone on to start a deconstruction TikTok channel. I’ve been fortunate as my parents, though still members, have been very supportive of me and haven’t shut me out of anything (my only sibling is also out of the church as well). I’m so sorry you’ve been through this.

For all those practicing Mormons and others who viciously attack Alyssa down for her views, please go away.

Thanks for all you do Alyssa!