Posts by hotchocolate

For me it was hard because I had to leave the state, and I started somewhere new where I didn't know anyone and had no job. That was a killer. In retrospect it made me very strong, and although I personally have no regrets, it's not the easiest way to do things.

Develop some good friends outside before you leave. Try to have support from somewhere else - friends at work, a 'worldly' mothers group, a sports club etc. Join up and make these friends before you leave... be prepared for hard times, but know also that there will come a day when you will recognise that leaving was the best thing you ever did for yourself.

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How good is it to be out?

by hotchocolate in

jw
friends

i was in the truth all my life, i pioneered and was deeply involved.

i left because i realised the real truth and i could not live a hypocritical life.

the first year was terrible, i went to the lowest of low.

hotchocolate

OTWO - Wow, it's been two years!!! I still remember writing that first paragraph on this site. My heart was pounding but I after all my research I knew I had to take that step. I was still so controlled then, but knowledge is power and it didn't take long before I started taking back the power.

WT Wizard - "christmas lights" haha classic. I agree with you completely. Isolating people that leave is the one thing that helps keep their numbers up. It's not about keeping the congo clean, all of us know active witnesses that are breaking the rules while still being acceptable.

To me the men that made these rules are like a controlling, abusive husband. When his wife attempts to leave, he wants to punish her because he is angered at having lost the control. It's all about control and pride. These men have the audacity to presume God is talking through them, you can see how pissed off they would be when someone tells them they are full of shit.

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Confused about the current generation teaching? Get your Watchtower Generation chart

by truthseeker in

enjoy!.

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http://img3.imageshack.us/img3/4126/generationh.jpg.

hotchocolate

overlapping the swill haha

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How good is it to be out?

by hotchocolate in

jw
friends

i was in the truth all my life, i pioneered and was deeply involved.

i left because i realised the real truth and i could not live a hypocritical life.

the first year was terrible, i went to the lowest of low.

hotchocolate

It's kinda a dumb line. "Where else will you go????" all forlorn.

"Um, how about somewhere where some dickheads in New York aren't deciding on what I should do in my marital bedroom?"

Yeah that might be a good start. :-)

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How good is it to be out?

by hotchocolate in

jw
friends

i was in the truth all my life, i pioneered and was deeply involved.

i left because i realised the real truth and i could not live a hypocritical life.

the first year was terrible, i went to the lowest of low.

hotchocolate

I was in the truth all my life, I pioneered and was deeply involved. I left because I realised the real truth and I could not live a hypocritical life.

The first year was terrible, I went to the lowest of low. I could see no future. And still I never ever once felt regret at leaving. There's a lot to be said for truly following your heart.

Since then, life has handed me some beautiful stuff. I'm really excited about my future. I went to court today and was awarded my divorce. I gave the judge a big smile as I left. Life is good. I love being free.

"But where else will you go?" a friend said as I was leaving.

And I replied,"To Freedom!"

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a BIG shoutout to jwfacts

by poopsiecakes in

im sure this has been mentioned many times on this site but i wanted to express my personal feelings of gratitude to paul at jwfacts.com.

paul, your site changed my life.

even though i discovered it when i was already disfellowshipped and really didnt have the intention of going back, i was still a fierce jw apologist.

hotchocolate

Paul, you're a damn legend mate. I applaud you, would love to be involved in anything you may put together in the future. :-)

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All You Apostates are EVIL READ!!

by DubR in

first off lmao, i was just joking by my title guys.

im only 24yrs old and i like to have fun!

anyway, this is my very first post on this wonderful site.

hotchocolate

Double posting... damn mobile wireless.

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All You Apostates are EVIL READ!!

by DubR in

first off lmao, i was just joking by my title guys.

im only 24yrs old and i like to have fun!

anyway, this is my very first post on this wonderful site.

hotchocolate

YEEE HAH! That made me bloody cheer!

You may be "only 24" but your post had some awesome insights and great perspective.

"Thank....er the internet" BAH HA Classic!

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Issue Number 2.... Incorrect Predictions.

by hotchocolate in

okay, just to re-introduce myself, i was raised in the truth, regular pioneered for years, and am a member in good standing with my congregation.

i have just recently been shocked to realise that i actually have some doubts about the truth.

it helps for me to focus on one point at a time, and to write down my thoughts in a logical sequence.

hotchocolate

WT 1972 and Awake 1986 are mentioned, also check out Cognac's post which I thought was interesting.

Cool to re-read this post, wow what I way I have come since this. :-)

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