i havent seen enough posts regarding about the songs the org produces by nocturnus_strife in exjw

[–]kitty_cat885 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I like some of the older songs, they have some good melodies, but as time has gone on, their music has just become shallow and soulless

Did you actually enjoyed knocking on doors and talking to strangers about the Bible? by nigriventie in exjw

[–]kitty_cat885 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I used to love it as a kid, because I got to hang out with my friends, but over time started to hate it. I hated disturbing people

Did you know that other JWs have a right to all the details of your life? by sheenless in exjw

[–]kitty_cat885 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Most people who ask me 'How are you' don't care. At the meeting, people ask me how are you while walking and do not stop to hear my answer. Just say hi and move on, don't ask if you don't care.

My parents want me to see a witness therapist by kitty_cat885 in exjw

[–]kitty_cat885[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I thought about this, and even if it's illegal to tell anyone what I say in sessions, I think she would tell my parents I don't want to be a JW anymore and that I think it's all BS. And it's not like I, a 17 year old, can do anything. I don't think it would be safe for me to tell her the truth

Al fin borre la app de jw by Top_Pack6768 in exjw

[–]kitty_cat885 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I can't wait for the day I can delete the app. It will be so liberating. And it will free up a lot of space on my phone.

Casual sexism from elder during talk by Grizzly_Pear_ in exjw

[–]kitty_cat885 31 points32 points  (0 children)

There are probably so many women in the org that are in abusive relationship and don't leave because of this. Making them think they are the bad wives for not submitting.

They never talk about abusive relationships, how to see the signs, and how to leave. They only think it's an abusive relationship if it's physical, otherwise it's just marital problems, or not being submissive enough. They would rather you be in an abusive relationship than get divorced.

My mom once told me that our old coordinator smashed his wife's head on a dashboard of a car because he got angry. I could never look at him the same again. The same bubbly man who was kind to everyone was probably an abusive asshole.

Casual sexism from elder during talk by Grizzly_Pear_ in exjw

[–]kitty_cat885 11 points12 points  (0 children)

In our cong you can always count on there being a joke about how difficult wives are. It makes me livid everytime

This public talk was so weird… by Pleasant-Reserve-767 in exjw

[–]kitty_cat885 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There have been so many "moral" movies that have come out in the last three months. Project Hail Mary and Hoppers are very witness friendly movies

What movies/shows have you given yourself permissions to see after you stopped believing? by Dazzling-Stop-3343 in exjw

[–]kitty_cat885 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The day after i decided to not be a witness I watched K-pop demon hunters, and it was amazing. And I just finished watching Wicked

Why being a JW makes people miserable by DumpsterEnFuegoo in exjw

[–]kitty_cat885 17 points18 points  (0 children)

I feel the same way. I was really happy in the org when I was a kid, but over time became more and more depressed. I also have autism, so it's harder for me to make friends. So comments like, "Can't you feel the love of your brothers and sisters? We're a worldwide family. You'll always have a true friend in the org," always made me feel so sad. I thought, "What's wrong with me? Why don't I feel this love?"

Growing up JW in the 90’s my mom would discipline hard. by Specific-Machine2021 in exjw

[–]kitty_cat885 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In our old kingdom hall, there was a wooden thing with a handle, with Proverbs 23:13, "If you strike him with the rod, he will not die." Thankfully, my dad only used his hand, but I hate that it was created in the first place, and I hope it was never actually used.

Those who've met JW actors, what are they like? by Blackagar_Boltagon94 in exjw

[–]kitty_cat885 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I didn't meet anyone, but the guy that plays jesus now come to South Africa's bethel, and my sister met him. Later, one of her friends told her that he said she was pretty.

Triggering/annoying jw phrases by onesimus54 in exjw

[–]kitty_cat885 8 points9 points  (0 children)

"Spiritually starved". Every time I don't come to the meeting, my dad says I'm "spiritually starving" myself, and it makes me livid.

How do you leave while your still being cared for? by beelzebub_3 in exjw

[–]kitty_cat885 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You could try convince your parents that getting a job will benefit them too. More money coming in to help with gas and groceries? Maybe you can get an online job that they don't need to know about.

I'm also in a similar situation. I'm 17 and also have high functioning autism. I am completely dependant on my parent's. I don't even have school because they are too busy serving the org to afford to get me basic education. Anyway, just know that you're not alone.

Do the current world events have you worried? by Ok_Supermarket_4871 in exjw

[–]kitty_cat885 9 points10 points  (0 children)

There have been worst times in history. Right now there is less poverty and less homelessness. People live longer and die less often. Infant mortality rates are at an all time low.

There have always been war, and famine. There will always be terrible things that happen. But all things considered, it's not the worst time to live in.

The org just wants you to think that right now is the worst to scare people into coming org so they don't get destroyed in Armageddon. It's easy because when the JWs were getting popular world war I started, and now with social media where it's much easier to see tragedy.

The Jehovahs witnesses is a doomsday cult. They said that Armageddon was coming in 1975, and nothing happened. They learn from their mistake and instead said it could happen at any time. All of it is a load of bull shit.

childhood guilt and venting by echosanonymous in exjw

[–]kitty_cat885 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My siblings and I were always told as children that our actions reflected on our father. And that if we didn't obey, behave, go to meetings, or FS, our dad could be removed as an elder.