My first reason is the fact that I was being controlled through the JW social structure, and having to fight to do anything....even whether to wear a tie or not.
The preoccupation with appearance was so debilitating; that was all I was ever concerned with. And, as I'm not attractive, good in sports, or a conformist, I had very few friends. People just didn't like me, put labels on me. It changed me.
Reason #1-control over every aspect of living, even down to the ties you wear.
I could not see any God being concerned with what ties we wear....isn't this supposed to be the same fella who created the universe?
Pettiness? Delusion?
I'm sure you guys have more reasons.
ashi