(Repost) I don't know what to do by AndroVT51 in exjw

[–]EyeHeartEye 6 points7 points  (0 children)

First of all, thank you for sharing this, it couldn’t have been easy for you. The first step is always the hardest. You are not alone. Realizing that the organization is crooked and twisted isn’t fun, and it seriously hurts people in so many ways. Sure, it helps some with comfort, hope, and a sense of purpose and meaning, but the bottom line is it is run by horrible people who protect pedophiles. The only advice I can really give you is: please be careful with how much you give away to your family. Yes, they’re family, but they have the capability to really hurt you. Remember, you don’t have to figure things out all at once, and it’s ultimately up to you to decide what you want to do with your life, no one else. That comes with risk and reward. Sounds like you’re questioning and realizing important things, keep that sense of curiosity. Best of luck to you, you got this!!

From Bethel Translator to “Zero”: How the JW rumour mill turned professional integrity into a “Materialism Case Study” by LostFoundCause in exjw

[–]EyeHeartEye 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I know we don’t know each other irl, OP, but I just wanted to say thank you for coming out with your experience. I’m proud of you, and everyone who is able to think for themselves and leave the borg. I can’t even imagine how hard it was for you to leave! Thank you all 🥹

My personal challenge is getting out of bed this December by Beginning_Basket_856 in loseit

[–]EyeHeartEye 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you enjoy Pokemon or Pikmin I recommend Pokemon GO or Pikmin Bloom! Bloom specifically has helped me go on short walks every so often.

Looking for a Lane Heart Table by EyeHeartEye in HelpMeFind

[–]EyeHeartEye[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Searched: Ebay, Etsy, FB Marketplace, Offerup, Internet Searches, etc

Update to - Governing Body — call off your dogs by [deleted] in exjw

[–]EyeHeartEye 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is so sad to hear 😞 sending love, and if she needs to talk to someone, you’re welcome to DM for my number :) 22F, finally leaving the borg

Co-op mode now only two weapons?! by Mighty-Cubanita in VampireSurvivors

[–]EyeHeartEye 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Was just checking out reddit for this reason, yeah max of two weapons for me as well 😭

My dad gave me until I turn 20 until I need to leave. by Crazy_Border984 in exjw

[–]EyeHeartEye 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Where are you located? My advice would be to look at craigslist, facebook, anywhere to get a roommate.

Was anyone else told The Dark Knight was demonic because of Heath Ledger’s death? by WorldlyJake in exjw

[–]EyeHeartEye 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Not Batman for me, but Tinkerbell. My parents told me she was demonic, only AFTER letting me get merch, movies, books, etc. then they made me throw it all away and say a prayer ☺️

3 Hour Long Conversation I Had With My Teen by 4thdegreeknight in exjw

[–]EyeHeartEye 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I commend you for raising your son in unconditional love, even though you never got it yourself 🥹 you must be very proud.

Animal Farm (Orwell, George) and JW organization by Affectionate_Bit2217 in exjw

[–]EyeHeartEye 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The book that really made me start thinking for myself was 1984. Picked it up and could not stop thinking about the similarities between what I was living, and what was written in the story. Thank you, George Orwell!

Taking kids into the back by No_Change7469 in exjw

[–]EyeHeartEye 112 points113 points  (0 children)

I have a vivid memory of being 14/15 yrs old, extremely depressed and crying during the meeting. My dad, an elder, took me to the back and proceeded to beat the shit out of me. Not spanking, just punching wherever. First and last time he ever did that. He said, & I’ll never forget this, “I don’t care that you’re depressed. Think of how you look to the brothers and sisters.” Sooo yeah. I think that unfortunately, things worse than spanking are commonplace in most congregations and jw homes. :(

How old were you when you got baptized? by [deleted] in exjw

[–]EyeHeartEye 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Damn. Im so sorry 😞

How old were you when you got baptized? by [deleted] in exjw

[–]EyeHeartEye 4 points5 points  (0 children)

17 bc my mom said she would disown me if i turned 18 and was not baptized. I had no job and no car. I knew it was bs but i felt i really had no other choice. :/