Posts by cult classic

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What can I do when I feel i can't keep going....

by Free!! in

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i have been having an awful week/month/year/life and i just feel like i can not move forward anymore... is like life is passing me by and i am just observing from the side lines.... i am so tired, i just want to sleep and never wake up..... has anyone felt like this?

i tried therapy (twice) an it did not work, i tried volunteering and surrounding myself with other people and things to do, and it works until i have to come home, then that feeling of emptiness returns.... .

i am so tired... i do not know what else to do.... .

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Free !! -

Depression has to be tackled from all sides to make sure you hunt down the cause and beat it. Other than that, I don't have much to add; such good advice from everyone.

I've been there too.

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My father's funeral

by jwfacts in

last week i attended my father's funeral in hobart.

i was the first time i have been in a kingdom hall in several years, and many years since i had attended the hall of my childhood, but felt like it was just yesterday.

the funeral talk was quite a departure from normal, so worth writing about.

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It makes me so frustrated that in addition to the natural losses we all will suffer, that the religion piles on its on heap of crap. So glad to hear that you made it home safely and with your integrity intact.

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Expectations of the New System: Classic example of JW stupidity

by roxanesophia in

though i've stopped studying and have no interest anymore in the religion, bits of conversation with jw's keep coming back to me to confirm why that was the best decision.

like this particularly idiotic belief:.

since the jw's believe the faithful men of bible stories will be resurrected into "the new system" , i remember a discussion about 'how awesome it's going to be to meet job" or "you can marry one of job's sons!

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Hey Rox,

Where to start? All sorts of pipe dreams in dub land.

I know loads of long time JW men who think they will be princes in the new world. And their families think they will all be royalty by extension...LOL

Lots of witnesses think they will become physically beautiful.

And only God knows where they will find the time to develop all of their undiscovered talents while rebuilding and cleaning up dead bodies.

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School for Congregation Elders

by C.O.B.E.Beef in

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i attended the school late last year, and it was an emotional and mental rollercoaster for me.

i was already divided in my heart to say the least.

one of the instructors stayed in my home for the week, and my family genuinely enjoyed his company.

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WT 98 3/15 p19

In order to avoid misunderstandings, Jehovah’s Witnesses try to be careful about how they express themselves. Instead of saying, “the Society teaches,” many Witnesses prefer to use such expressions as, “the Bible says” or, “I understand the Bible to teach.” In this way they emphasize the personal decision that each Witness has made in accepting Bible teachings and also avoid giving the false impression that Witnesses are somehow bound to the dictates of some religious sect. Of course, suggestions as regards terminology should never become a subject of controversy. After all, terminology is of importance only to the extent that it prevents misunderstandings. Christian balance is required. The Bible admonishes us “not to fight about words.” (2 Timothy 2:14, 15) The Scriptures also state this principle: “Unless you through the tongue utter speech easily understood, how will it be known what is being spoken?”—
The inability of most JWs to read this without WT glasses is a huge problem for them.

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My family just found out my grandfather died...6 months ago!

by noni1974 in

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yeah thatnks jw step grandmother bitch.

i can't believe that she would not call her step sons and let them know their father had passed away.

my father is a jw also and my little sister sees this woman at assemblies and she didn't bother to call anyone.

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That is absolutely outrageous, Noni.

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Suggestions for finally talking to my parents about my doubts?

by stillstuckcruz in

i'll give my story again:.

i was raised a believing witness.

i had a normal life and very loving parents who would do anything for me and my brother(who is 21).

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I've decided with VERY careful though for the last 15 minutes that within the next week, Im telling my brother EVERYTHING I have learned

Uh oh!

I would think a while longer on this. If you really want your brother to understand you, you've got to plan better. My siblings' reactions to my leaving were the most important to me. So I understand the feelings behind this statement. Since you guys are close, your goal is to maintain that bond. Think about the whirlwind you've been on since you've been investigating the religion. Can he really digest EVERYTHING you have learned at once? Probably not.

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Suggestions for finally talking to my parents about my doubts?

by stillstuckcruz in

i'll give my story again:.

i was raised a believing witness.

i had a normal life and very loving parents who would do anything for me and my brother(who is 21).

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Since you're already doing the minimum in field service, I recommend developing a strategy for leaving the family home. Contrary to how JW kids are raised, you are an adult now and can begin to take steps to stand on your own feet.

Get a job (or train for a skill) that will enable you to feel confident in supporting yourself. Change the attitude "I have no one". There are billions of people in the world. Meet some of them. Try to develop one or two friendships with non witnesses. Talk to your neighbors and get to know them. Look up some of your old school friends. You only need to get started to feel confident.

The above can be done without putting your family relationships in danger. All of the above advice is great.

NC said, "there is no rush." I agree. Whatever you do, at this time, DO NOT DISASSOCIATE yourself.

And don't forget to read CCMC as LWT suggested. That is the most important thing at this point.

Good Luck

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My Father passed away during the night

by jwfacts in

dad was a great man, great, despite the religion.

he was powerful, tall and intelligent, yet humble and kind.

he was an introvert, and a circuit overseer.

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Paul,

Our condolences for the loss of your father. And for what the religion took away long before his death.

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How do you feel about growing old with the mate you have now into your twilight years?

by jam in

sometimes i think of the craziest things.

but i,m so happy.

that i,m sharing my twilight years with the wife i have now and.

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I dread the thought of getting old. But my husband has a very humorous and healthy attitude towards aging and death. He is definitely the guy to go through it all with.

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Elder School 2012 Letter

by Anony Mous in

here is a (transcribed) letter that all elders received regarding the elder school of 2012. the emphasis is not mine.. this letter is your invitation to attend the school for congregation elders at the location and dates shown below:.

please acknowledge receipt and acceptance of this invitation by completing and returning the enclosed confirmation form to the school for congregation elders desk using the enclosed pre-addressed envelope.

this should be returned no more than two weeks after receipt of this letter.

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Homework: On Monday through Thursday evenings of the school, please set aside some time to do meditative reading in preparation for the following day's class session.

That is absolutely ridiculous. Reminds me of pioneer school.

Intel - That is one of the funniest stories I've ever read. ROFLMAO

edited to add: No worries Intel, it's all part of the healing.

And congratulations on your new love.