There were other issues besides being a JW that led to me having low self esteem, but I think the treatment and teachings of the JW's had a part in it. I have been in several relationships where I found myself in "submission" to the man, because I was so conditioned, from my father and the men in the congregation. It has taken me a long time to realize that I could wear the pants. Now, I won't take them off for anyone!!
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A question for all women that were raised in the "truth"
by codeblue in.
do you feel like you have low self esteem because of being raised as a jw?.
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What the crap does this saying mean anyways?
by gumby inwhat kind of pizza toping do you like?.
as you all know.....i'm a dumb bastard, but i need to know this.. i remember our beloved wise ass farkle started this saying, and from day one i have never understood it.
now "dave the bastard" says it all the time.
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maybesbabies
OMG Syrup, toping is a real word, and it's something I love to do!!! Thanks for the info!
Toping: To drink hard or frequently; to drink strong or spiritous liquors to excess.
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Get Fuzzy
by Euphemism in.
the comic strip get fuzzy opines on the subject of high-control religions... .
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OMG Euph, I love "Get Fuzzy"!!! I hadn't seen this one, thanks for posting it! Dead on, lol!
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Learnt more in the last couple of days than in the last 10 years.......
by Purple inwell about the organisation anyway!
i just wanted to say thanks to everyone on this board.
although i did the fade away i never realised that i still thought of it as the truth.
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Awww, Purple!! (((Purple))) I understand how you feel about the supportiveness of this board, I think there have been a few times when I felt as though I would have lost it without the support and knowledge of the people here! Better than any congregation could ever be!
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My first post
by Agnes inthis is my first post and i just wanted to say hi.
i have been a long time lurker (confession time) and decided to finally take the big step.. not much to say for now, but i would like to say thanks for all of your sharing.
i've learned so much.. please read my profile for more information.. .
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Welcome Agnes! Very glad you've decided to post!!!
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Another male nipple thread
by eyeslice ini have heard that all mens nipples are exactly the same distance apart what ever the guy's chest size.
sounds crazy to me but let's check it out.. .
mine are 9 inches apart (that's 22.5 cms for those who prefer metric).. .
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Anybody any ideas what this means?
Take your nipple measurement and divide it in half, and you have the length of your......nah, I have no idea what it means, maybe that you have an average nipple spread?
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Princess did it!!!
by Mulan ini just had a phone call from princess, who is in phoenix az for the rock and roll marathon.
it was her first full marathon, and she finished, which was her goal.
she came in at about 4:30 hours.. she had a bit of knee problem, but finished it.
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Wow!! Great job, Princess! I couldn't even imagine running a marathon!
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Anyone here ever been homeless?
by maybesbabies ini am curious, our family was homeless on and off for several years.
i am trying to communicate to my little brother that growing up this way does not preclude one from a normal life.
is anyone willing to share a story that i can pass on to him??
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These stories are all amazing!! What a group of survivors we have here!!! It's also quite telling that a lot of homelessness was due to our own families, and their total submission to the WBTS bu**shit. I am so thankful that you've all shared your stories!!! I can't tell you what this means to me, having felt very ashamed of growing up homeless. It's so good to have such supportive friends now, and people we can share our life stories with. Thank you all!!!
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Seattle Ex-JW Dinner Meet-up
by Gretchen956 inafter considerable discussion on where to go, lots of good advice, several attempts at reservations that did not pan out, i have finally reserved a place for dinner.. anyone in or near the seattle area please join us on february 7, 2004 at 6:30 p.m. at tony roma's at southcenter.
for those coming in from out of town, southcenter is located close to where i-5 and i-405 meet south of seattle.
type in this address into mapqwest or into yahoo maps or whatever other mapping program you use:.
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maybesbabies
I'll mark my calendar, Gretchen!
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freelife's first birthday
by freelife innot to brag but i am pumped up about my first real birthday it on the 13th.
happy birthday to me!!!!
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maybesbabies
Happy Birthday, FreeLife!!! All the best to you dear!!!