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Growing Up Mormon: Benson Boon's Journey of Faith

Benson Boon, a rising singer from Monroe, Washington, recently opened up about his experiences growing up in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS). In a candid interview with Rolling Stone, published on March 11, he shared his complex relationship with his Mormon faith and how it has shaped him as a person and an artist.

Confusion and Frustration in Faith

Benson recalls that during his childhood, many individuals in his church would share vivid experiences of personal revelations and spiritual encounters. However, Boon struggled to relate to those feelings, which led to feelings of confusion and frustration. He explained, “I never felt it as physically present as they did.”