Arranged Mormon Marriage & Safe Haven Law with Suzanne Hobbs

Where you can connect with Suzanne: Personal website https://suzannehobbs.com/ IG: @thesuzannehobbs Facebook: Suzanne Hobbs on Facebook Amazon link: The Hungry Snake Book on Amazon Episode Summary: In this captivating conversation, Suzanne shares her journey from growing up in a strict Mormon community to becoming an advocate for the Safe Haven Law after reporting on local tragedy. She discusses her experiences with an arranged Mormon marriage, motherhood through adoption, and the complexities of family relationships after leaving the church. Suzanne also opens up about her health choices following a genetic predisposition to breast cancer and her newfound love and adventures in life. Her story is one of resilience, advocacy, and the pursuit of happiness beyond traditional expectations. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Suzanne's Journey 02:07 Growing Up in a Strict Mormon Community 07:17 College Life and Career Aspirations 19:23 The Pressure of Marriage in the Mormon Church 24:41 The Arranged Marriage Experience 33:35 Advocating for the Safe Haven Law 39:35 Becoming a Mother Through Adoption 46:31 Navigating Family Relationships After Leaving the Church 51:01 Health Choices and Preventative Measures 01:09:52 Finding New Love and Embracing Life's Adventures