Postmo
Post Mormon
Example
So, are you still involved with church stuff?
Not really. I'd call myself postmo at this point. I still appreciate the culture, but I don't follow the rules
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Postmo is an abbreviation for someone who has moved beyond their Mormon upbringing in terms of belief, identity, or lifestyle. Unlike the "exmo" abbreviation, which typically refers to leaving the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) formally or officially, "postmo" often implies a broader cultural or personal shift. It is a person who may still respect or acknowledge their Mormon roots but no longer follows the faith's teachings or practices.
The term emerged in online forums and social media communities in the 2010s, where former Mormons discussed faith transitions, shared experiences, and explored life after leaving the church. People who use "postmo" today include former LDS members, bloggers, social media users, and discussion forum participants navigating identity outside organized religion.