The complex decision to become a nun
Choosing to follow the path of religious life as a nun is a deeply complex decision. Many women feel the spiritual call and choose to renounce a conventional life, marked by the renunciation of marriage, the formation of a family and a series of limitations.
The influence of social networks on the spread of monastic life
Sister Marta, a cloistered nun, has gained popularity through her videos on TikTok and Instagram, as well as her new podcast. Through these platforms, she has shared revealing details about monastic life, including economic aspects that generate curiosity in the public.
The economic support of the nuns
Sister Marta explained that, unlike diocesan priests who receive a salary from the Bishopric, nuns and monks are self-employed and do not receive a fixed salary from any institution. In some cases, nuns can earn income from activities such as teaching, selling products made in the monastery, among others.
Long-term security and sustainability
Sister Marta stressed that, despite not receiving a regular salary, the nuns pay social security contributions as self-employed workers, which guarantees them a decent retirement in the future. This approach ensures long-term financial stability, even for those nuns who do not earn additional income from outside activities.
