About the author
Heather Gay is an author, reality TV personality, and advocate for mental health awareness, known for her memoir "Bad Mormon" and her role on "The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City." Born and raised in Salt Lake City, Utah, Gay spent most of her life as a devout member of the Mormon Church.
Gay's childhood was marked by the strict expectations and rigid doctrines of the Mormon Church. As she grew older, she struggled to reconcile her own beliefs and desires with those of the Church. In her late teens and early twenties, Gay began to experiment with drugs and alcohol as a way to cope with her inner turmoil.
Despite her struggles, Gay managed to build a successful career in the insurance industry and started a family. However, her addiction continued to spiral out of control, leading to multiple arrests and hospitalizations. Eventually, Gay realized that she needed to make a change in her life and seek help for her addiction and mental health struggles.
In her early thirties, Gay made the difficult decision to leave the Mormon Church and start a new chapter of her life. This process was both liberating and challenging, as she had to confront the deep-seated beliefs and expectations that had been ingrained in her from childhood.
Through therapy, support groups, and a commitment to self-care, Gay was able to overcome her addiction and start building a new life for herself. She began to write about her experiences and share her story with others, in the hopes of inspiring and empowering those who may be going through similar struggles.
