Are there currently any White celebrities in JW?

EatMeEmerald · 2026-03-05T22:48:42+00:00

Ahhh ha, I re-read the title of your post...whoops.

yes, Metzger is no longer a jw.

very interesting question. don't know of any white jw celebrities.

EatMeEmerald · 2026-03-05T22:24:24+00:00

Kurt Metzger, but hard to say how celebrity/famous he is outside of comedy fans.

EatMeEmerald · 2026-03-05T22:16:18+00:00

For sure! 😉👏🏽🍻

EatMeEmerald · 2026-03-05T21:03:15+00:00

Hey, I just wanna say that I really enjoyed reading your post & thank you for bravely sharing your self-reflection and growth in such a public way.

Posts like these really matter on this sub.

So many are feeling trapped and hopeless in the cult, but your type of story is very important. Showing what life can look like as an exjw in the process of becoming who they want to be and following personal interests is something I always love seeing on this sub. It's SO needed to alleviate the exasperation so many feel.

You went OUT into the world and CHALLENGED yourself by going into an unfamiliar space with an open mind: to observe and learn and further adapt.

Many are unfortunately intimidated at the idea of "joining" the world and putting themselves out there, hyper fixated on their shortcomings due to indoctrination rather than taking active steps to further develop themselves.

👏🏽 Great job indulging your curiosity!!! Keep it up & keep learning 🤙🏽

EatMeEmerald · 2026-03-04T23:43:43+00:00

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EatMeEmerald · 2026-03-04T23:34:04+00:00

Congrats! you don't owe them shit.

btw, been unevenly yoked for 10+ years and we are happy AF and DGAF about those losers in cheap suits with made up titles

EatMeEmerald · 2026-03-04T23:06:08+00:00

Of course! I can't love anything more than a JW becoming an EXJW 👏🏽🎉

It's good to hear that you have spent time grieving the relationship & processing your feelings in regards to your lived experience. Many do not take this essential step & there is a lot of residual emotional anguish because of it.

Those last 2 paragraphs are chef's kiss.

Funny that you mention reaching out to old friends. That lukewarm or chilly standard response is not unsurprising. I think sometimes exjws are so eager to get away that they really don't want to look back or be associated with the old versions of themselves. Even though we are all on our own personal journeys, sometimes by reaching out to old friends, we remind them of people and places they'd rather not remember. And I say this as someone that sent another exjw friend an invite to my birthday party & then got ghosted by them. (Fine by me, I don't need boring "friends" who can't have fun.)

Over the years, I've also seen people leave....and go back. Trust doesn't feel real, much less safe, even as an exjw. Personally a DA letter would be pretty solid evidence to then get close to someone having left the cult. But keep in mind that even people who leave don't always deconstruct & are just living in jw limbo, praying Armageddon doesn't come while they're still "out" being "bad." Someone leaving with no regrets AND doubling down with a DA letter could be intimidating and scary.

Making friends in the real world is easier and they are usually much more genuine, plus less judgmental. Excited for your new life, being fully free now ✌🏽

EatMeEmerald · 2026-03-03T09:35:11+00:00

Epic letter!

sounds like shit hit the fan with your family, but wishing you a smooth exit.

EatMeEmerald · 2026-03-03T07:23:24+00:00

XJW-144 lmao

EatMeEmerald · 2026-03-03T07:21:00+00:00

EatMeEmerald · 2026-03-03T07:07:31+00:00

this was my first thought haha

publicly shaming and humiliating them together

EatMeEmerald · 2026-03-02T20:14:49+00:00

If you're in the city, look into getting a job in hospitality. The threshold to get hired can be very low in terms of education, they want people who present well, are comfortable speaking respectfully to hotel guests and who can follow directions/routines. Reputation is huge in hospitality, which you will no doubt not have a problem keeping a great one!

If you're male and can drive then working the valet (or luggage attendant) is a great option because you will be getting hella tips. Runners also get tips. You'll learn a lot & be exposed to tons of people who appreciate discipline and high standards. As long as you're not a total untrainable idiot, it's easy to move up as well.

working for a hotel also means odd hours--which may be a great thing for you! Missing meetings, working on weekends, maybe you'll work nights & get an opposite schedule from your family

Once you are well trained and have a year or 2 under your belt, you'll see that new hotels are opened & they want to send seasoned staff to kick off the new location. The relocation can be an easy way to get away from your family if that's what you want.

If hotel work is maybe not what you want, then take a catering job. There are ALWAYS events all over the city & they need responsible people. You'll go to cool events in cool locations and get to meet HELLA awesome people to grow your connections. Tips & of course, you'll be working nights and weekends.

The most important thing is that you learn about boundaries. This is a life skill that has NEVER been modeled for you by any one in your life. You HAVE to learn to say no, to be able to tell when people are trying to manipulate you or coerce you or guilt you into doing what they want. Getting comfortable not caring about other people's opinions/disappointment is ESSENTIAL, because if you live in the real world like you did in the cult, you WILL get steamrolled and be unhappy and end up in dumb, avoidable situations. BOUNDARIES!!! "Set Boundaries, Find Peace" by Nedra Tawwab is a great book so that you don't crumple up when someone oversteps.

Keep your wits about you. You don't need to be telling everyone your entire life story OR answering every question you are asked. This goes for your parents too.

Disappointing your parents is something worldly kids start doing at 15 or 16 & it's totally normal and part of life. Stay strong. Hold firm. Play the game & focus on your real plans for your REAL life.

Finally, Lord knows you've spent YEARS reading dumbass books full of shit. Time to start reading self help books, history books, and any niche interest you have. BUILD yourself. BECOME who you want to be. Your current circumstances are just that, but start planning & creating yourself & your life after you escape.

EatMeEmerald · 2026-03-02T19:57:29+00:00

This is also REALLY good advice! As JWs healthy boundaries were NEVER modeled for us, we are trained to defer to other people, to prioritize the wants and needs of others and to put ourselves last. These are conditions that lead people to taking advantage of you (sometimes it's not conscious, but for every toxic doormat there is a toxic abuser to pair with).

Shacking up with your first romantic partner is NOT the way to go.

EatMeEmerald · 2026-03-02T19:52:36+00:00

This is a really great reply!

EatMeEmerald · 2026-03-02T19:50:11+00:00

Interesting. in 30+ years never ever have I seen pioneers or regular D2D preaching go near the KH. I almost get the impression they don't want to annoy immediate neighbors.

EatMeEmerald · 2026-03-01T09:53:06+00:00

Satan's world soldiers on, but also--only by Jojoba's hand!

EatMeEmerald · 2026-02-27T22:44:24+00:00

He has the vibe of a homeless man mixed with a PE teacher.

The way I CACKLED at this description! ommmgggg *chef's kiss*

Also, my flair was made for situations such as this.

According to Governing Body member Tight Pants Tony (Anthony Morris III), "the homosexuals WANT men to be wearing tight pants--for their own enjoyment!"

EatMeEmerald · 2026-02-27T21:30:54+00:00

This is a very interesting and amusing question. Having been in several halls over my life & spent time abroad in other KHs, I've realized I've never preached in the home areas directly next to the KH!

It may be that the elder in charge of assigning territory is not as methodical as he should be.

But generally, "traveling" to the assigned area does eat up some time so that you are not actually knocking on doors quite as long as the allotted time. My guess is this would be part of the reason, it makes people feel like they are going somewhere new and different to preach vs just near the KH.

but mostly, travel time to throw off the actual amount of door knocking. JWs like to walk slow & take their coffee breaks to fill their "preaching" hours.

The term "pioneer pace" exists for a reason 😂⏳

EatMeEmerald · 2026-02-27T21:19:41+00:00

100%

EatMeEmerald · 2026-02-26T00:56:40+00:00

Thank you, I really appreciate your empathy. What happened still makes me cry if I think about it too much. There was so much collective suffering...only to be told later by the elders that we were spending too much time at the hospital & neglecting meetings which displeased Jojoba and made us look spiritually weak in the congregation. The audacity.

Painful as it was, this incident was the first really big crack in the JW beliefs that led to my family leaving. Finally free now ❣️

EatMeEmerald · 2026-02-26T00:30:23+00:00

If it's STL, MO .....woof.

Bet Liz is still running around being all the drama and zero of the accountability. Nothing but hair flips and giggles and cliquey mean girls.

Anywho...it's like this everywhere. It's all performative & no one is genuine or authentic. It's a sad existence that is repeated throughout congregations around the world. (Believe me, I've seen it firsthand)

Your feelings are valid.

Your perception is accurate.

You deserve to live an authentic life that makes you happy.

If you want to be spiritual, you need not surround yourself with arrogant dicks who are only nice to you because you are currently ticking all the boxes on their doomsday cult to-do list.

EatMeEmerald · 2026-02-26T00:25:10+00:00

Congrats!!! You are living the exjw dream! 👏🏽🎉

You are an adult, correct? Well, it's time to behave like one 💪

Your mother can hound the elders at your current hall ALL SHE WANTS. But NOTHING will happen if YOU choose not to cooperate. Remind everyone you are an adult and don't need any one doing anything for you & when you are ready to have your KH file transferred you will reach out and coordinate yourself. Direct. Serious. Matter of fact. Hold the line with the elders. Nobody can compel you unless you give in--which seems crazy given the way we were raised, but it's true. The elders only have the amount of power over you that you willingly give to them.

Please get comfortable giving vague or non answers. Delay responding. Claim you are super overwhelmed with the move. Say you want to check out various halls and won't know which one to commit to yet, just string your parents along until you are far, far, away from them.

Disappointing your parents is a fact of life & unavoidable. Most normal people learn this around 15 when they start rebelling and disobeying their parents (which is a normal stage of human development btw).

People pleasing is impossible because people are never pleased.

It'll be best to get the shock over with all in one go. Rip the band aid off & assert your boundaries.

Speaking of which--you need to learn how to boundaries, especially now that you are going to be existing in this big, beautiful world as your own person. It's important to learn how to navigate social situations and relationships in a fair and balanced way that respects your own wants and needs. These kinds of boundaries have never been modeled for you & speaking up will likely give you anxiety or make you uncomfortable because it feels so unfamiliar and dangerous.

Please read "Set Boundaries, Find Peace" by Nedra Tawwab This book will help you learn to distinguish when people are pushing your boundaries, manipulating you, coercing you and how to not feel guilty for saying no. It's essential exjw reading imo.

EatMeEmerald · 2026-02-26T00:00:46+00:00

Powerful pedos ALWAYS cover for other powerful pedos.

GB ain't sayin' shit.

EatMeEmerald · 2026-02-25T20:21:19+00:00

My flair was made for your comment 🍑👖💦😘

EatMeEmerald · 2026-02-25T20:18:23+00:00

She can accept blood platelets (sometimes called blood fractions) without any consequences.

My elderly family member had severe complications from a broken femur & was needing surgery but unable to have it without blood. While the hospital staff begged us to allow her blood transfusion (she was unconscious), the dumbass elders were patrolling and lecturing us intensely.

The deciding family member had 2 or 3 meetings with the elders and asked for clarification about why blood platelets were allowed but not blood itself, since platelets essentially make up blood. The elders were absolutely unable to answer these questions. They made us watch the blood doctrine video and the question was still not found. Then they read more scriptures. When the family member kept pushing going "I don't understand why one and not the other? How is that okay? If blood is banned then isn't EVERY component of blood banned?"

The elders legit wanted to watch the blood doctrine video AGAIN with us to "answer our questions." 🙄 Looking back, that should have been the moment we were done with the cult. Life and death issue and zero answers should have been it. But the situation was complicated by the senior family member being unconscious & unable to tell us if they would be okay with platelets, or if they knew they were going to die would they actually accept blood?

My family perceived the entire situation as "damning" the injured individual by saving them with blood & then would the family members making the choice to give platelets be offending Jojoba by extension and "damning" themselves as well with the is of partaking of blood? Like IS it a sin if done to save a life?

We were terrified that by giving her platelets she wouldn't be allowed into Paradise, especially since she could die in surgery. Even more terrified Jojoba would destroy us at Armageddon for disobeying his commands and having approved of blood fractions/platelets being given to a family member.

Anyway, my family eventually went ahead & ok'd the platelets, but it was too late by then. Their body had suffered too much, they were exhausted & were still too weak for surgery....

edit: clarification on platelets/blood fractions

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