Seven I am so happy for you finding out the truth about the troof early on in your life.
I was a born-in and it took me till age 37 to actually leave in my heart even though I had faded years earlier. I cannot describe the weight that lifted off my shoulders to finally tell myself I was no longer a JW.
I too was innocently researching bible doctrines when I stumbled across this site.
The majority of people here are so caring and supportive and very helpful. I found it so hard to believe that we are all the evil apostates that GB talks about.
Be ready to deal with some very strong emotions as you begin to detatch yourself from this high control group.
I started off obesessed with finding out EVERYTHING dubious about the org. I trolled the net for hours everyday reading anything JW related.
I went through denial for a while until I read so much to prove the society wrong that I had to give in to my doubts.
Then I was extremely angry that these men have controlled and in some ways ruined the lives of my family, friends and millions of others.
Finally I am often sad and sometimes angry at the org but am able to finally get on with a normal life.
I am excited for you starting your journey.
Do you think you will just fade, so you can keep a relationship with your family? That was the best way for us.
All the best Seven, hope to see some updates soon.
Jemba