I too was one who gave up a superb job and went off pioneering as we were strongly encouraged to do back then in the 60,s.... I also was encouraged .... we dont need to go for higher education was the watch words back then... What followed was a life of lowly paid jobs... You wont have to worry as Harmaggeddon will be here shortly.... Postpone having children... you will be able to have them in the new system which is just around the corner.... When one really thinks about it, these were all lies.... Yes like you 40years of serving.... Crazy....
Got baptized in 1970, never ever thought of retirement, getting old or even dying. Now I’m retired, old and will face death one day too! Thanks watchtower 🤮
Still cant leave completely due to family. But now 50, about 5 years ago i woke up. The indoctrination from childhood just makes it SO hard to see or acknowledge the warning flags. Looking back I did see lots of inconsistencies within the religion and with their doctrine, and had questions. But i always pushed them aside as taught. Its hard to look back at 50 and see all those years essentially wasted pursuing a lie, and all the things i could have done with my life. Thank God for therapy. Good point on criticism vs critical thinking. I knew there had to be a difference but for some reason hadn't looked up the definitions. The definitions of the two make it really clear how they are completely different. Can't wait until it comes up again and I will make the brothers look at the definition when they try and say it shows a critical spirit towards the GB to use critical thinking.
I really enjoyed ur video…JW for 61 years red flags part 4! I’m looking forward to seeing ur other videos. I’m just waking up sense last April or May. I gave them 64 years of my life as a JW. I was angry and felt bitter for a while but those feelings can only hurt me. It was a period of training and testing so I can see the good some of being a witness caused in my life. Thank u for ur time and effort in making the video. I’m fading as I have children still in that I hope to help while I can! I have a son and daughter who are out .
Everything you said is so true. My daughter was born in 78. Still in my son is out thank goodness. Didn’t have anymore children because the end was near
I'm 67 years old and born in left 20 years ago. I can totally relate to this Lady as she shares her story of deceit that was perpetuated by a self serving cult on the lives of (in my case) grandparents on up to myself and through childhood indoctrination onto my own children. Yes, "Watchtower destroys human potential" and they continue to do so and will until stopped. Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us and greetings from Western Canada!
Hi, your video has come at the right moment. I disassociated over a week ago, after 34 years (I’m now 67) I regret the day I ever got sucked into this organisation. It’s taken me two years to fully leave as I have only one son and two grandchildren but they are left in the organisation. I am currently coping with the shunning policy. I knew it would come, but it’s hurting badly. I still have my belief in God and Christ, but never in a self appointed governing body of fallible men, who mess with the minds and lives of people and then discard them(shun) when they question or make a mistake and don’t grovel to elders for repentance to fall back in line. I know I sound harsh, but it’s still raw for me, so hopefully as I move to enjoy the company of people who I was told were ‘worldly’ and the freedom to make choices without guilt, I will be able to let go of my life as JW. Thank you for your video and Ray Franz book was and is invaluable in opening my mind and thinking. From the UK x
There are definitely many loving and wonderful people outside of the organization. I’ve been out for over 38 years and have flourished, finding so many great friends. One of the reasons I left was my unbelief that all worldly people bad. Couldn’t bear the hypocrisy any longer. I pray that your son and grandchildren can break free- Congratulations on your freedom!
It takes a lot of courage to break free, especially knowing the consequences. Tho its a difficult journey, the destination is well worth it. So glad you're free! Sending you love ❤❤❤
after 45 years got out. born in,. family and extended family mostly all in still. Now at 53 learning how to actually critically think. I lived in this community most of my life. Now I find myself desperately trying to learn good mental health practices. I'm slowly realizing all the unhealthy mental health issues that I have. As JWs you really learn to twist yourself into the perfect Witness. And its all BS.
"Be here now". and it is the title of a paperback book you might enjoy. My mom lived to be 102 and said thanks for it. Good sleep, stay hydrated and a little verse, "The past is history, the future a mystery, That is why the present is a gift! Be present.
Congratulations on you and your daughter using critical thinking skills. Watchtower seems to have backed off on the 'end of the world' date thing. Too embarrassing. Now they talk about being patient 😮
I left 26 years ago after researching the religion thoroughly, being challenged by a member of the public to do so. I believed I would prove him wrong and win him over, but I’m the one who was convinced I had to leave after 6 months of research. I’m now living in Tanzania, Africa, where I’ve learnt that the JW’s ignore much of what the GB teach regarding higher education. To tell a Tanzanian to not pursue higher education, is to basically say, be content with very low paid work, which will not be enough to rent a suitable property, or feed any family you may obtain through marriage; your basically telling them to become a beggar. Western JW leaders haven’t got a clue what it means to live a Tanzanian life; they will just insist on stamping their rules upon everyone, no matter where they are living, rules that go far beyond what Jesus and the Scriptures are truly teaching..
here in the States the sisters from Africa in the modern day made sure their daughters went to nursing school, always a good choice for women or men, male nurses and Emergency Med Techs are a great choice also. Best to you.
😢What's so sad is that those WT pharisees REFUSES to apologize for preaching decades of false teachings; misleading throngs of people, many who died believing they wouldn't grow old and die in "this system of things" 🤦🏾♀️💔. So many left this world embracing WT false doctrines, my beautiful Mom included 💔😢. The fact WT will never apologize - They actually said they wouldn't on one of their recent broadcasts - shows how corrupt and cold-hearted they really are. They are absolutely arrogant, presumptuous, and downright legalistic. They are also cowards because they fail to own up to preaching false doctrines. They rather lie than to admit - even correct - their erroneous teachings. Taking no responsibility at all, but blaming so-called apostates for their deception instead. I am sooooo glad we 'tested the spirits to see whether they were true because of false prophets in the world' (1 John 4: 1). That divine permission literally set us free from the shackles of WT and the suppressive rule of 8 uninspired men. Thank you for sharing! I pray 🙏🏽 🤲many more exit that disorganization and NEVER go back! 👑God bless you both, Ali and Mom, and everyone who left WT❤!
I listed to a Christian not a jw who said that "God said in revelation anyone adding or taking away from this book will be pay the penalty at Armageddon!! That made me realise all the scriptures that have been twisted and added were not gods words and by actually listening to a real bible just how different and more meaningful it is to hear...
I was told by an elder I probably wouldn't make it through high school, well I graduated in1979 !! Thanks Larry !! Mom barely talked to me for 35 years after I was disfellowshipped !! Boy howdy, what a scam !!
Got baptized in 1986 . Was promised that the end would come within two years. Wasted 20 years of my life waiting for the "end of system of things" So glad to be out of the BS
You are so right about higher education, it took so much effort to get my parents to allow me to attend tech school for 6 months. I still remember the recruiter asking me why I wasn’t going to a 4 year college with my high gpa. I left JW’s 8 years later, then started the journey of moving up in my career, becoming a successful mortgage banker. My older brother went to college in his late twenties and also had a good career after leaving JW’s (he had been dfsp’d for smoking). I encourage all young and middle aged ones who leave to get into classes and work to find a successful career. It’s never too late.
I am still in. After baptism, I was attending classes at a Technical School. Then went to do nursing courses at age 50. I guess I am kind of a rebel. 62 years old now. A widow with 5 adult sons and daughters. Taking care of myself. With support from my children. None of them are baptized Witnesses.
I absolutely love your mom!! ❤ She reminds me so much of my mother!! ❤ She is still a JW, and I have to be very careful with what I tell her about the things I discover out here in the real world. She is 81 now. I mentioned the Australian Royal Commion and the court cases in PA with the 9 brothers being sent to jail for CSA and the case in Hawaii. She was getting agitated, but still, she listened. I didn't want to upset her anymore, so i stopped. It's a slippery slop 😢 when everything you believe may not be true. Your mom seems very happy, and I want this for my mom!! ❤❤ Thank you for bringing these messages into light.
Wait, I thought the faithful and discrete "slave" would be rather presumptuous to think they were the only channel that God uses on Earth. That's what they said in court. That is opposite of 94 watchtower. (Oh yeah since he said they arent inspired of god, they could be wrong and that fixes everything. 🥴) Asside from that hypocracy, I've decided it is immoral to expect worship from anyone for any reason. The more it wants to be worshiped the less it deserves anything. Even if a god existed and it made the universe. Why would it deserve worship? Do you expect worship from your kids? That goes too far.
I'm 55 raised Jw since 6 years old, I can remember the last holidays we celebrated very well. I tried so hard my whole life to live up to Jw standard, but I was a bad kid, I tried so hard though, and was extremely hard on myself, and parents too. I have gotten out about 15 years ago, but I have to keep learning how to not constantly bash myself for my daily mistakes. I am so much happier now to know it wasn't all me.
I just want you to know that you are loved by a higher power, whatever source that may be, that higher source has deemed you worthy and special enough that it allowed you to get out of Babylon, you are blessed and highly favored, alot of people are not as fortunate.
I was told by an Elder " I think too much". We as a Family protected my Kids from sexual abuse, financial fraud and spiritual abuse from the disrespectful tone from the JW "cliques" of active JW's...all with privileges and power. I think too much?
👍 don't bereft me , , thankyou : ) i was a dummy but i might be smart , , do not despair , we wanted it to make sense , , next time you two go to Mexico , you should take your accordions ✨🎶✨
So many are continuing to wake up from this false religion. The comments are so encouraging as those who are coming out are voicing their reasons for leaving.
I am 63. I was just a kid really 16 when I met my husband, who was raised and was a Jehovah’s Witness. I eagerly became one just to be with him even though no one come to our wedding because I was not a witness but 46 years later, my husband is in the hospital not doing well and I am the only one on the planet that is still with him and loves him over the years. I noticed so much with watchtower. my husband basically left it in 1986 but because we had two small children and when I commit to something I want to see it through I basically raised my kids in it my daughter left a long time ago and doesn’t like anything about religion but my son is now an elder and just two years ago I finally decided to re-search watchtower, and everything I ever knew definitely came through get out of it. It’s a cult just get out of it and this lady and her wonderful daughter is doing a world of good. thank you so much.
WOW! Mom! You are amazing. I’m sorry Ali how you had to give up so education because of the misleadings of the WT and your mom. From past experience I can say that as a mom and one who had a mom who was mentally unstable, she did the best she knew how to to do. But such a time as this!!! A new chapter is starting in your life and it’s never too late to step out in faith. May His Spirit lead you and bless you.
Many people do understand the difference. For others it took 61 years to learn the difference. No disrespect intended. Madam, humble yourself in the quietude of your heart and ask the Father to show you the way. I'm sure his way won't be pointing his finger at the watchtower comic books fit for children. If the Jehovah's Witnesses does not provide you with what you are seeking, then stop drinking from an empty cup, pretending that it quenches your thirst for truth.
I went back home after a successful career to do parents care. In doing so I was again after decades meeting JW's it was interesting, it is so different now. The bible study "sister" tried to extort my mom's house when she was past 100 years of age, she cussed them out with scripture in a very elegant way " YOU WORKER of inequity I knew you not" no one was taking our family home, and also it had been in my name for ages for safety so a nursing home could not take it. If your mother knew this and the Australian Royal Commission story she might leave! Cheers and best wishes to you and her! Stay hydrated.
They do destroy lives. I wanted to be an air stewardess in the seventies, but my mom said no, no, no. "You'll miss meetings and Saturday service. " I've always hated service. I'm a senior now, living in a high drug area in a buggy building: roaches, bedbugs, mice, It's extremely frustrating. I had so many things I wanted to do with my life, but I got married, divorced because he beat me up, and married again to an abusive reg. pioneer for over 23 years. I divorced the pig, and I'm at least free of him (2006), and free of JWs for over 3 years now.
Allie was born the same year. My daughter was born wow we do have a lot in common I would have never got baptized I told my husband I would never get baptized. My brother died in 1980 burnt to death a brother The whole come up to me at a meeting right after his funeral, his face right next to my Face and said to me, you can see your brother again Laura all you have to do is study and get baptized in less than 4 1/2 months I was baptized.
There’s many things that I wanted to do I wanted to learn to play the violin never did I would’ve went dance school told that I was incredible to watch. I had that it factor even though it wasn’t that it factor back in the early 70s but because of watchtower and putting praise or whatever on yourself oh my God, no you can’t do any of that.
The limerick I composed for my husband went like this : A man humble and gentle was James As to knowledge he made no great claims But he read all he could To be true to god's word Thus he left having made a good name. He became inactive forty years previous to his death and never told me why. Until I read his journals after his death. Thank you for asking about him.
My sister is freezing in an rv in northern NM because her and her husband sold their house and believe that the end will be here any second going on 48+ years. 😢
oh ya, as a teen in late sixties and early 70's we could never do or get anything --- we do do that in the new world or we will get that in the new world...
Look up "What is Existentialism?" Because I realized I was an Existentialist long before I was even a JW. I was never really a JW, it didn't reflect my most inner values. Too much dogma in Watchtower. You might be an Existentialist too.
Wow you both tell my story to the tee… the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth!!! Woke up in 2018 and wish I would’ve woke up sooner… keep up the videos, I really love them.. thanks
Even a Christian cannot brush aside the worship of Jehovah as God. In Revelation 1:5 the Son of God called himself "Jesus Christ, 'The Faithful Witness.'" When on earth as a man he was a Jew, an Israelite, to whose nation the words of Isaiah 43:10 were written: "'You are my witnesses, 'is the utterance of Jehovah, 'even my servant whom I have chosen.'" Jesus demonstrated that he was a faithful and true witness of Jehovah God. His genuine disciples today must be the same kind of witnesses, Jehovah's.
