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  Paranormal Warning

  by Cold Steel in

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  2. beliefs

  i've heard some weird stories coming from jws about the paranormal.

  i know about the warnings about items that come from unbelievers -- those don't interest me as much.

  what i am interested in are actual experiences in stories of the paranormal you've heard or experienced yourself.

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  Coldsteel:

  Pareidolia---- in essence, the ability to see faces in objects. Our brains are hard wired for facial recognition. I can look at any pattern and see faces, animals, ugly or pretty- depending on the patterns and depending on my frame of mind at the time. If I am telling myself that I am looking for "faces and or demons" in a window or picture of an old window... well, by golly- I will see just that. Our minds are fascinating and have incredible capabilities! Whether or not demons actually exist- is irrelevant when the MIND can make them and anything else REAL to you. With that being said, some people say NO there is nothing supernatural- they have told themselves it is not possible or plausible. Others are open to it- and SEE more and believe more. Who really is right?

  Hmmmmm.... ;)
  
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  Paranormal Warning

  by Cold Steel in

  1. watchtower
  2. beliefs

  i've heard some weird stories coming from jws about the paranormal.

  i know about the warnings about items that come from unbelievers -- those don't interest me as much.

  what i am interested in are actual experiences in stories of the paranormal you've heard or experienced yourself.

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  I agree that the stories were rampant back in the day. In the mid to late 70's everyone seemed to be on a demon-kick (Not just the Witnesses, everyone---> now that could be due to Hollywoods obsession with it at the time) We all know that the 70's put out some of the freakiest scariest pieces art, movie, theater etc. I still cringe to think I had to grow up in such a time... thank god the 80's rolled around. ;) My point is: YES, I heard all the JW urban legends and we were scared to death of demons. I think so much so that we may have THOUGHT something or someone was attacking us when, in AWAKE retrospect, I actually think it was paranoia. Our minds were constantly being conditioned of the dangers of demons, smurfs (lol) and anything that the GB didn't want you to look at, but knew YOU WOULD. Good old reverse psychology. That way- you became more and more dependent on THEM.

  Whether or not demons are or are not real is not something I even dwell on these days! I am too busy enjoying being free from the micro-management of the WT Corporation.

  The most SCARIEST pictures and ideas were planted in my head from the very material that was supposed to make me feel safe and secure... Go figure?

  
  
  
  
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  JW as a secret society - a weak link in the Information Age.

  by slimboyfat in

  1. watchtower
  2. beliefs

  in the late 1990s there was magazine article that asked the question, are jws a secret society?

  obviously they said no, because they claim to be transparent to outsiders and new members.

  but they really are not transparent at all.

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  The latest broadcast touches on "how they (the GB) make decisions" hosted by David Splane... Keep splaning davey boy, keep splaning... lol Maybe he needs that chalkboard pointer/stick to make his point clear?
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  Elaine from the bunker video

  by jookbeard in

  1. watchtower
  2. beliefs

  does anyone know anything about the luscious elaine?

  is she a professional actress or just a member of the r&f recruited to be a member of the cast of this video?

  the pout,olive skin stunning looks make my heart miss a beat every time i see this beauty.

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  Well at least they were thinking of the brothers when choosing the parts. Thank goodness for that huh? lol Sisters didn't get left out either with that hottie who played the modern day Job. HunK-O-licious.
  

  On a serious note- I would love to know more about the JW's who played these parts. You know there's way more than meets the eye.

  JW Actors Exposed
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  That Most Uneven of Judicial Procedures~The Gradual Lifting of Restriction After Reinstatement

  by TMS in

  1. watchtower
  2. beliefs

  those with substantial experience as jws will likely agree that judicial matters are handled with considerable inconsistency.

  elders certainly vary in skill level, understanding, compassion or even knowledge of the talmudlike watchtower rules.

  the punishment and, it is actually punishment, for similar offenses can result in anything from private or public reproof to disfellowshipping or sometimes an elder will choose to simply offer private counsel without even bringing the matter before the body of elders.

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  I had been publicly reproved and had my so called "privileges" taken away. It was a GREAT BREAK from giving talks etc! haha But over time, I was wanting to at least comment at the WT since you were judged accordingly. A WHOLE YEAR had lapsed and when I asked the elders- one had the nerve to tell me, "Oh, yeah, we were wondering when you were going to start commenting again." ???? HELLO. No one consulted with me or told me I even COULD comment again... come to find out, I supposedly had my privileges back for over 6 months but was never informed. Yeah... so...
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  Wife having lunch with her nosey Mother.

  by Darkknight757 in

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  2. family

  so my wife is really nervous about having lunch with her mother today.

  she is an über-dub who is always asking probing questions as to our spirituality.

  i think she knows that we are fading out.

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  PS) remind your wife to not let her emotions get the best of her and to simply be herself. We have every reason in the world to be confident on our stance!! The power of what is RIGHT is truly in your court- use it and have no fear of them!
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  Wife having lunch with her nosey Mother.

  by Darkknight757 in

  1. social
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  so my wife is really nervous about having lunch with her mother today.

  she is an über-dub who is always asking probing questions as to our spirituality.

  i think she knows that we are fading out.

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  Understand what you are going through as I am suffering the same. It's all going to depend on how important fading out is to you and how much you guys can actually handle when it comes to "pretending."

  I am to the point where it has become increasingly hard to lead anyone on that I am still going to the hall (we did the switch to new congregation bit) simply because as more time passes- the stronger I have become outside of this sick cult. Yes, sick CULT.

  Avoidance becomes almost impossible- so you have to be strong in the conversation. Dominate it with POSITIVES on your life and the world around us. Talk about the amazing things science has done or something they cannot argue. Use logic and just steer the conversation around every nosey question.

  Keep researching during your fade and stay strong. Hope it all goes well! You are not alone thats for sure!!!
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  Could we use the new shunning guidelines to our advantage?

  by Island Man in

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  2. beliefs

  according to new, officially published guidelines, jws can now shun a person who has not been disfellowshipped from the congregation.

  i see this guideline being abused by many jws who have an axe to grind with a fellow jw.

  for example, let's say sister peinindiass rubs sister sensitive the wrong way.

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  Expect to see "new guidelines" soon in the written pages of the almighty Watchtower. Remember, after each summer convention- the talks will be broken down into palatable bites of "rich spiritual food" for all to enjoy. Highlights, including new light and new RULES will be, once again, served to the masses for instant regurgitation and application. I fed at this table long enough to know how it all works... the so called new guidelines on shunning inactive wrong doers WILL BE IN PRINT SOON. Look for it... its coming.
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  Happy birthday to me

  by azor in

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  i just turned 41 today.

  last year was my first celebration at 40. half my life is lost to this cult and i celebrate by almost losing my job.

  one of the only things i have left.

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  HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!
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  New Here ... Just woke up

  by Sevan in

  1. jw
  2. friends

  hey all, .

  this is my first post.

  i haven't been out in service or to a meeting in over a month.. i realize now that i've been having serious questions for years and many articles and talks have greatly disturbed me over the years.

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  Hi! Thanks for sharing your story and intro. You are not alone! I have a similar experience- especially the part about the elders treating me like an infant and I am over 40+ years old! Seriously? I need them to consult my husband first?? Urghhh. Welcome to the site and look forward to hearing from you again soon! ;) Be cautious but not scared to join discussions- there are a few lurkers on here who would love to out anyone who is trying to fade...