Posts by satinka

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Things I'm grateful for....

by Lunatic Faith in

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i only recently decided to change course in my life but am surprised at the daily reminders of what i have to be grateful for.

by this, i mean, things i have spent my life worrying about, or torturing myself with, that is no longer a concern:.

no more door-to-door humiliationno more guilt about not doing enoughi can get rid of most of the dresses in my wardrobe since i didn't like them anywayno more nylons rolling down my abdomen and causing my thighs to itchno more required reading and preparationno more talksno more conventions and all the headaches connected to themsummer is wide openweekly planning is no longer contingent upon meeting nightno more miserable weekends of morning service and morning meetingwhat are you grateful for?.

satinka

I'm grateful that my new life is free.

I'm grateful that I am free to dance.

I'm grateful that I have a partner who loves me.

I'm grateful that I am free to be me.

I'm grateful that I am free to ask questions and receive answers that don't insult my intelligence.

I'm grateful that I own my free will now.

I'm grateful that I have money to spend on myself and I don't feel guilty for doing so.

I'm grateful that I feel good about myself; I like what I see in the mirror.

I'm grateful that I don't have to hide who I am from my workmates.

I'm grateful that I am free to take higher education.

satinka

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What Would You Like To Ask Any Poster Here?

by minimus in

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i'd like to ask undercover why he has so many responses that are similar to what i think?.

finally free, are you really as cranky as you seem?.

satinka

I'd like to ask some posters why they leave the JWs --- but still stay with the JW beliefs. Do you still really think its the Truth TM ? R-e-a-l-l-y? 'cuz I seriously don't get it.

And what keeps you from going back if you still really think its the Truth TM ?

I mean, each to their own... None of my business.

satinka

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Tattoo - Regret it or love it?

by mythreesons in

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i've been mulling over "getting ink done".

anybody here have any thoughts.

do you regret it?

satinka

Brotherdan: I loved the tattoo commerical!...especially the part about the trip to Jamaica!

mythreesons: I have a tattoo on my ankle. It's posted here: http://www.jehovahs-witness.net/members/private/179386/35/Post-a-Picture-Thread-Nice-to-Meet-You

I love it.

satinka

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How is it f'n possible JW's biggest religious increase 4.4%

by troubled mind in

just saw that on the evening news .

are they all having babies now or what ?

is there any stats on how many have left ?.

satinka

http://abcnews.go.com/US/american-religion-national-council-churches-reports-pentacostalism-gains/story?id=12931023

satinka

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Time magazine-JW's high turnover

by Lunatic Faith in

i know this is a couple years old but i found it referenced on another site and had to share it--assuming it hasn't already been shared.. www.time.com.

satinka

Great article. Thanks for sharing, Lunatic Faith

I see DannyHazard made reference to the two-thirds turn-over of JWs in his comments to this article:

http://abcnews.go.com/US/american-religion-national-council-churches-reports-pentacostalism-gains/story?id=12931023

satinka

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Toxic Relationships

by serenitynow! in

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i have had it with my mother.

i've spoken on the board before about her.

she is fanatically religious, often keeps me on the phone for hours while she talks endlessly about the bible.

satinka

Hi Serenity Now,

Thanks for sharing your story. Glad to hear you are on a growth path. You may notice that as you grow, your relationship with your mother will change. If your mother fears growth (sounds like she does), then you will naturally experience resistance. But, if you are determined to keep growing, nothing will be able to stop you.

I am sorry to hear that your mother has so few feelings (like never being able to cry). That's harsh. But then she believes in a harsh punishing god, too ... so why would it surprise me?

None of us have to end up like our mothers...Keep up the great work! I'm cheering for you!

As always, great comments, Lady Lee! I value your wisdom...

satinka

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A Lurker taking a step out of the shadows

by AlmightyDog in

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i have been lurking on this site and others for a couple of years now, and i feel it is time to step out and say "hello!

" when i first began investigating my beliefs, it was innocent enough.

i had been reading an article on scientology, thinking; "wow, these people are just plain nuts!!!

satinka

Welcome to the forum, Almighty Dog!

I liked Terry's post.

When Faith is more of a Loyalty issue than a Reality-match you have entered the valley of the shadow of cults.

Good point, Terry! Unfortunately, many people never make it out of the Valley of the Shadow of Cults

The reason is the FEAR that the JW religion instills in its members. Fear is a paralyzer. It keeps people immobilized.

satinka

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They just mentioned Jehovah's Witnesses as fastest growing denomination on ABC World News

by StoneWall in

was watching abc world news and they showed the religions/denominations with most increase and those that are experiencing decreases.. the j.w.

's was number 1 on increase while most of the larger main stream churches where losing members.. they have already posted a link on the news website...will post it in just a few..

satinka

I just posted a comment on the news article...

You know, I say never waste a public opportunity to say something about the JWs

satinka

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MY DAD IS SHUNNING ME!

by Hairyhegoat in

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well this was no surprise to me that my dad was doing this.

m df brother went round last night to borrow some tools and my dad just had to mention that he was dissapointed with the family and how we don't go to the meetings anymore.

he told my brother that he could not have a proper farther son relationship as he does not share the same faith and hope for the future as him, and if an emergencey situation was to present it'self then he would be their for him.

satinka

HHG,

I understand what shunning feels like. My two grown kids shun me because I'm df'd. They can't wrap their head around it that I don't want to be a JW anymore.

It still hurts, though. The JW religion tears families apart.

Can you feel the love?

satinka

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What is your definition of a "Fundi" or a Fundamentalist?

by brotherdan in

i've been called a "fundi" many times in my discussions with people on the board, and i'd like to know what your definition is of a "fundi".

don't google it.

i just want to hear your personal definition.. i find it interesting because i don't go to any church.

satinka

Christians believe in some extreme stuff, like the murder of Jesus Christ. Sounds like God by whatever name is a horrible father. Christians might be said to have a punishing belief system. And each time the bread and wine are passed, it could be likened to re-killing Jesus.

Gnostic Christians, on the other hand, believe that Jesus survived the crucifixion and raised a family with Mary Magdeline --- far away from the would-be murderers.

satinka