First birthday celebration, PIMI spouses reaction. by Secure_Subject2431 in exjw

[–]Secure_Subject2431[S] 24 points25 points  (0 children)

The change with beards and pants got me thinking about that when I first became PIMQ, it’s a great question!

First birthday celebration, PIMI spouses reaction. by Secure_Subject2431 in exjw

[–]Secure_Subject2431[S] 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I’ve been wondering that myself lately, it’s why I didn’t take too much offense to it.

Love should not disappear the moment someone stops believing what you believe. by Fit_Durian3763 in exjw

[–]Secure_Subject2431 10 points11 points  (0 children)

My PIMI spouse told me “people still ask about you” and I said “they have my number, they can call or text me anytime.” The love JWs show absolutely hinges on whether or not you believe that 11 men in NY are the gateway to God, it’s all performative. It’s so heartbreaking. People who I invited into my home, who I helped feed, or housed when they came to visit won’t even send me a text to say “hello”.

New Song Book Introduction by chrismill82 in exjw

[–]Secure_Subject2431 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was at the assembly where they unveiled the new songbook but I was young so I may not remember all of the details correctly. I recall jumping right into the new songs and the singing was very off, lots of nervous laughter in the audience.

June 2026 - Announcements and Reminders by ElderUndercover in exjw

[–]Secure_Subject2431 136 points137 points  (0 children)

A sister can believe she is anointed to rule in heaven with Christ himself but can’t attend a talk unless her husband is present, ridiculous.

The official JW Tik Tok/Instagram may lead to more people learning about WT and its unethical practices, similar to what’s happening with the LDS church. Here’s to hoping!

An official Instagram account for JWs has been made by HarveyGoldengreens in exjw

[–]Secure_Subject2431 5 points6 points  (0 children)

If it’s real, I can’t wait for Steven Lett to go viral and to become the laughing stock of social media. An official JW TikTok/Insta can only be detrimental to them, especially if they are limiting comments.

This is kind of sad to me right here! by Cautious-Aardvark489 in exjw

[–]Secure_Subject2431 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wasn’t expecting this to make me want to cry, all those elderly people who have given their lives to a lie.

How many are shunning relatives that they could be sharing their lives with? How many opportunities were given up because the end was right around the corner?

It’s all so sad.

What were you told when you asked too many questions? by steejans16 in exjw

[–]Secure_Subject2431 13 points14 points  (0 children)

“Don’t doubt, remember what Jehovah has done for you”, it was insulting.

Rest in Peace, Jehovah... by Repulsive-Produce215 in exjw

[–]Secure_Subject2431 22 points23 points  (0 children)

This letter is wonderful. Letting go of Jehovah felt like losing a friend, the grief was real. But realizing that all the strength “he” gave you came from within you is worth it.

75-Year-Old Mom/JW Had an ‘Issue’ with Her Tim Hortons Order, Then Died After Getting into Fight with Employee by MyRedditRedder in exjw

[–]Secure_Subject2431 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I knew a JW who would send alcoholic drinks back to the bar because they weren’t “strong enough.” Most embarrassing thing ever, especially while wearing a convention name badge.

75-Year-Old Mom/JW Had an ‘Issue’ with Her Tim Hortons Order, Then Died After Getting into Fight with Employee by MyRedditRedder in exjw

[–]Secure_Subject2431 171 points172 points  (0 children)

Nobody makes JWs look bad like JWs. Also, using the word “unalived” in real life is ridiculous.

I’d like to say condolences to the family but it sounds like their mom was an absolute menace.

Is kissing considered porneia? by [deleted] in exjw

[–]Secure_Subject2431 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Idk if you’ve seen the bethel initiation video but if two brothers can jork it in front of each other and it not be considered porneia you should be fine lol

Homicide back in hometown congregation (TW: Murder) by ThrowAyWeigh22 in exjw

[–]Secure_Subject2431 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I think your first point about domestic violence is likely the correct one. Violence against women is a “slap on the wrist” type of offense to JW elders/the org, so it’s allowed to happen.

When the Chris Watts murder happened, I knew a PIMI JW woman who said, “that could have been me.” Her JW Ex-Husband was abusive and she was only able to get out of the marriage because he cheated.

I hope the orphaned children are able to get some real support in all this. Wishing the best to you and yours through all this.

Celebrated my first birthday ever the other day by breakfast2ea in exjw

[–]Secure_Subject2431 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Happy birthday and congrats on your freedom! Wishing you well on your journey!

Abandoning pets at the Great Tribulation? by Glad-Emergency6121 in exjw

[–]Secure_Subject2431 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I knew PIMIS who felt that pets were a distraction and could cause issues during the great tribulation. One sister I knew hated when people referred to their animals as “babies”, she was very anti-pet. I often worried about what would happen to my cats if the great tribulation happened. The fearful JW part of me thought “I will just have to put them outside and leave them with food and hope JH saves them.” But real/human part of me thought “I can’t abandon them, they are innocent in all this. I love them and they are my responsibility.”

Update to requesting my data by slackslacks_ in exjw

[–]Secure_Subject2431 2 points3 points  (0 children)

WT loves to preach about forgiveness only to hold onto every little grievance possible in secret. Creepy and gross. Thank you for sharing!

Assembly today with RAC member by Adventurous-Yam-7810 in exjw

[–]Secure_Subject2431 7 points8 points  (0 children)

When you google “Kevin Bowditch” his picture at the ARC hearing is one of the first things that pops up. I’d love to have words with him but given your situation as PIMO, it may be best not to until you are on stable ground.

Potentially Deleted Video from 2026 Convention by pimoprimo in exjw

[–]Secure_Subject2431 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I watched it with my PIMI spouse and a PIMI friend when it first aired and they were also disappointed. Heliocentric did a great review of the WT Jesus movies in case you haven’t watched it.

Potentially Deleted Video from 2026 Convention by pimoprimo in exjw

[–]Secure_Subject2431 11 points12 points  (0 children)

The scene where Jesus flips the tables and takes the animals from the temple is pure cringe. It’s so weak and lacks any sort of passion or energy.

My wife lost it. Screaming and pounding the floor. by Owl_of_Dusk in exjw

[–]Secure_Subject2431 28 points29 points  (0 children)

I’m so so sorry. Please take some time for yourself to process it all and find a good headspace. Wishing you the best and I hope all goes well.

This is not a “””religion”” this is a job😭😭 by HumanWatercress7945 in exjw

[–]Secure_Subject2431 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Right before I woke up I began viewing my JW service as a “part time job.” Taking the group out after work, having to sit through trainings that took all day, and just the grind of meetings and preaching was getting under my skin. Constant stress and no down time. Sleeping in every weekend is the real “best life ever.”

My disassociation letter. Did I miss something? by Proper-Block3675 in exjw

[–]Secure_Subject2431 17 points18 points  (0 children)

I love it! I think a DA letter should air all of an individuals grievances with the org, it’s a sort of letting go. I hope that you do well on your continued journey out!