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  Toxic Parents Toxic Religion 2

  by Lady Lee in

  1. watchtower
  2. beliefs

  before continuing you might want to read part 1 here

  http://www.jehovahs-witness.com/12/59414/1.ashx

  in chapter 8 of her book toxic parents, susan forward addressed some of the systemic problems of toxic families.

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  oldcrowwoman

  ((((LadyLee))))

  Thank you for bringing this information to the site and the work you put into sharing with us.

  I was recalling back in time with therapy. My therapist mention about my family being toxic. Took me some time to articulate and name what my experiences and to acknowledge the abuses.

  And experienced those toxic behaviors in the marriage and his family.

  I can pick up those behaviors from others alot sooner now. Make choices in engaging or not. Finding ways to set limits with them.

  I realize I was groomed to move right into cult. And how toxic that was for me.

  I am grateful to be where I am today. I will never sell my soul.

  Old Crow
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  ok i am leaving him

  by orbison11 in

  1. jw
  2. friends

  it will be difficult, very very.

  imight loose my shop, i.e.

  vandalism, big time.

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  oldcrowwoman

  (((((Wendy)))))

  Yes I am a survivor of domestic abuse. And to acknowledge the upheaval and choas living in that environment that you are experiencing.

  I support you in taking care of yourself. I don't know whats in your area for support. If theirs battered womens advocate and housing.

  With the help of the Battered woman's advocate I aquired attorney. Was encourage to call the police no matter if their were no charges. It was documented for future court hearing. Document all his inappropriate behaviors.

  If in a immediate danger find a safe place or having one set up for yourself.

  My saving grace I was in therapy and a women's support group dealing with abusive relationships.

  To let you know I am with you in spirit. And I am burning a red candle for courage and strength.

  You are always welcome to PM me.

  All the Best,

  Old Crow

  The gift I give you as a woman is that you are whole right now and you have your own answers .
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  Dreams

  by oldcrowwoman in

  1. jw
  2. experiences

  ---pearl s. buck

  "no new door is opened without the inner urge for growth.

  dreams guide us, encourage us, stretch us to new heights---and leave us momentarily empty when they are dashed.

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  oldcrowwoman

  "There are many ways of breaking a heart. Stories were full of hearts broken by love, but what really broke a heart was taking away its dream----whatever that dream might be."

  ---Pearl S. Buck

  "No new door is opened without the inner urge for growth. Dreams guide us, encourage us, stretch us to new heights---and leave us momentarily empty when they are dashed.

  Recovery has given us resilience and a multitude of reasons for living. We have come to understand that when one dream serves us no longer, it is making way for an even better one. Our dreams are our teachers, when the student is ready, a new one comes into focus.

  Dreams in our earlier years often come to nought. They could'nt compete for our attention as effectively as the self-pity. The direction they offered was lost. Each day that we look forward with positive anticipation, we put the wreakage of the past farther from our minds.

  Our dreams are like the rest areas on a cross-country trip. They refresh us, help us to gauge the distance we've come, and give us a chance to consider our destination."

  "Todays's dreams and experience are points on the road map of my life. I won't let them pass, unnoticed."

  "Each Day a New Beginning"

  Old Crow

  
  
  
  
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  Did You Ever Steal?

  by minimus in

  1. jw
  2. friends

  today, i heard about how a very beloved relative of ours that recently passed away from cancer, had a reputation for stealing.

  she would often go in stores and switch tags on clothing or other items (among other things).

  we were shocked to find this out by a number of other relatives.

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  oldcrowwoman

  I guess it depends how one interpets stealing ?

  OCW
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  Did You Ever Steal?

  by minimus in

  1. jw
  2. friends

  today, i heard about how a very beloved relative of ours that recently passed away from cancer, had a reputation for stealing.

  she would often go in stores and switch tags on clothing or other items (among other things).

  we were shocked to find this out by a number of other relatives.

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  oldcrowwoman

  yup as a kid stoled a can fish. I had money too. Thrill of it I guess.

  There's mental health test MMPI. It asks the question, did you ever steal? True/ False. As far as the test goes. The answer is true for all. Checking a persons honesty.

  Old Crow
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  Do Ex-JW men really understand women?

  by Mindchild in

  1. jw
  2. friends

  hey guys, .

  in light of our past shared watchtower delusions, especially relating to understanding women, i thought it would be interesting to see how well everyone scores compared to your real world counterparts in understanding women.. you can take the sexual aptitude test here: http://www.menshealth.com/cda/quizleadin/1,6927,s1-2-0-0-427,00.html.

  no cheating now!

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  I don't know? Cause I don't hang around exjw men!
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  Who On This Board Has Been Out The Longest?

  by SanFranciscoJim in

  1. jw
  2. friends

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  just curious....... i was disfellowshipped in may 1980, more than 23 years ago..

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  oldcrowwoman

  I DA'ed 1982 21 years ago

  Old Crow
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  I'm at a loss...dazzzed and confused...

  by Red Witch in

  1. jw
  2. friends

  why is it when so many of you have left the "oh so illusrious" organization, want to have possesion of their publications?

  unless, as far as i can figure, you are still somewhat enthralled, dazzed and confused with what they have to say.

  when i left, so did all their propaganda.

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  oldcrowwoman

  Red Witch I understand where you are coming from. I have no need to hash over jw materials. Where I have no need to prove whatever. I do understand that each one of us is on a different place with journey and healing. I am not offended by others wanting to engage in the bible and doctrines and what have you. For me is not something that I need to discuss. Its not a benefit for me for me emotionally.

  My reason being here to hear others ways of healing and moving on. We all have our reasons being on JWD.

  Old Crow
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  Attention

  by oldcrowwoman in

  1. jw
  2. friends

  "to have one's individuality completely ignored is like being pushed out of life.

  like being blown out as one blows out a light.

  " ---evelyn scott.

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  oldcrowwoman

  Yes this rang true for me. Knowing on a deep level having my spirit snuffed. Even tho I have done alot of internal work on self. Those feeling get touch every so often. Kind a like a reminder where I have been. And to know I don't need to stay there!!

  I find it important to acknowledge one's presence. We all need touch by gestures or words to touch our souls. That do belong here.

  OCW
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  Attention

  by oldcrowwoman in

  1. jw
  2. friends

  "to have one's individuality completely ignored is like being pushed out of life.

  like being blown out as one blows out a light.

  " ---evelyn scott.

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  oldcrowwoman

  Yes this rang true for me. Knowing on a deep level having my spirit snuffed. Even tho I have done alot of internal work on self. Those feeling get touch every so often. Kind a like a reminder where I have been. And to know I don't need to stay there!!

  I find it important to acknowledge one's presence. We all need touch by gestures or words to touch our souls. That do belong here.

  OCW