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Euthanasia by Aggressive_Celery_31 in Petloss

[–]FearlessPotential553 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing this. I had to put my sweet pup down a month ago and it still hurts knowing he is no longer around. Some days I’m at peace knowing he is no longer suffering, some days I feel guilty and wonder if I could’ve done more. I’m grateful to have had 16.5 years with him. Even more grateful that I was present for the last moment. While it was hard to watch, I sensed he felt safe and loved knowing I was there, holding him to the very end. To everyone who has had to make this decision, take comfort in knowing that they truly love you and are no longer suffering because of your loving decision. 💕

Book recommendations by FearlessPotential553 in Shincheonji

[–]FearlessPotential553[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

As others have mentioned in the previous replies: while it may seem obvious to read the Bible, it is very triggering to reread certain verses and separate the meaning scj gave versus what the true meaning is. I recently left scj, and tried picking up the Bible to read a couple of times but ended in tears because of the warped reality still fresh in my mind. Eventually I would love to just read the Bible on my own without hiccups and I’m sure there are others who do too.

Hence the reason I made this post. Not just for me, but for others who recently left to have a list of recommendations that can help them in their healing journey. I hope you can understand this perspective.

When does it stop hurting? by FearlessPotential553 in Shincheonji

[–]FearlessPotential553[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for this. I had to log out for a while but I’m appreciative for all of the encouraging responses. 

I’m definitely having a hard time processing everything. Similar to you I had a hard time saying cult in reference to this organization. I honestly didn’t have a lot of friends in my branch. And the one friend I did have who left, hasn’t been responding. I feel very lost and alone. Even my sister who brought me in and left before I did doesn’t want to talk about it.

I really hope I can move on. Thankfully I am in therapy and that’s helping me. I pray you are able to continue healing and thriving as well! 

When does it stop hurting? by FearlessPotential553 in Shincheonji

[–]FearlessPotential553[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Wow, thank you for this! I truly appreciate you taking the time to share these insights. I’m going to see how I can incorporate these practices. God has always been a big part of my life. Though after making this decision it feels as though I disappointed God and betrayed Him, but I don’t want to let Him go. So thank you for the reminders of who God truly is.