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  Have we become what we despise so much?

  by Tenacious in

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  the majority of members who tend to join this forum have been hurt possibly even traumatized sometimes to the point of wanting to end their lives.

  upon joining the forum, new members are welcomed with open arms, welcome messages start pouring in, "likes" are freely given, a false sense of security is promoted where a member is free to speak his mind without having to worry about the wt gestapo.

  again, similar to how potential converts are welcomed and "love bombed" upon entering a kh for the first time.

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  GodZoo - indeed.

  sowhatnow - it's so great to get the elders' stamp of approval, right? *winks* hehehe
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  Women in this Org are looking for a Father Figure

  by xjwsrock in

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  this is a rant mainly in response to my wife's reaction to the stupid clam meeting last night.

  bear in mind, while i am not sexist, i am also not politically correct.

  .... it is no secret that the women in this organization outnumber the men.

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  I am the first to admit to being "daddy's gurl". It's true, that the relationship between child and opposite-sex parent is a special one.
  

  She wants the org to tell her what to do. She wants the org to tell her she is being a bad girl or good girl.

  This, though, can be changed. There is the aspect of the b'Org, but the 'critical voices' in one's head are the ones implanted by the b'Org. Scripts that were 'learned' in childhood - the bad parent in your head, always criticizing, always saying "BAD GIRL". Look up "transactional analysis", and you may get a better understanding of the need for approval. She needs to learn to be her own parent, and be able to hear and reinforce positive messages. xx
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  The Left And Islam

  by Bangalore in

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  the left and islam.

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  coalize

  More, the far-left is "anti-libérale" and mainly "anti-capitaliste".
  Personnally, i'm still very close of these positions.I'm still deeply internationalist, third-worldist and anticapitalist

  Here in Canada. I would think 'socialist' When i think of France, I think 'socialist republic', and I like. To me, even further left, anarchist. .

  "Left' in North America has a stronger connotation towards liberal social issues like abortion and rights of LGBT.
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  Have we become what we despise so much?

  by Tenacious in

  1. watchtower
  2. beliefs

  the majority of members who tend to join this forum have been hurt possibly even traumatized sometimes to the point of wanting to end their lives.

  upon joining the forum, new members are welcomed with open arms, welcome messages start pouring in, "likes" are freely given, a false sense of security is promoted where a member is free to speak his mind without having to worry about the wt gestapo.

  again, similar to how potential converts are welcomed and "love bombed" upon entering a kh for the first time.

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  talesin

  Actually, if you can step outside the box, it makes a lot of sense. The cult exit does not ensure immediate healing, and JW traits can linger for life. The need to be 'right', jamming your opinion down others' throats, condescension; all these and more are JW traits that are deeply ingrained.
  
  So don't feel bad. It's only natural. xx : )
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  Umbertoecho here.

  by umbertoecho in

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  2. child-abuse

  hello people.. i'm tired and a bit sick at the moment but i can't let anyone think that this is going to go away.... i am able to tell you a few things in order to prevent any confusion in the minds of those who are thinking that nothing will come of this arc;that nothing will effect the wtbts in america and other places.. i have been there and given my testimony.

  helen milroy and her assistants were there along with another group of people who are there to lend assistance if you crack up at any time during or after the hearing.

  i did not crack up but can see how this happens.. security is tight and anonymity is sacred to them as they want to protect all who come forward.

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  You're amazing, and this ARC gives much hope. xoxo
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  The Left And Islam

  by Bangalore in

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  the left and islam.

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  Yes, kaik, it all leads one into the other ........... very sad. Just the whole 20th century, to me. I had more hope for this century. Perhaps not in my time, but things *must* change. Globally.

  barry , democracy. hmm - debatable imo, but I see why you would think that.
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  Since you left, have you become more moral?

  by Coded Logic in

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  respect.

  sympathy.

  gossip.

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  Makemeanunbeliever

  Smoking, drugs, sex with same sex, fornication and drunken recklessness most times.

  I know, right? Most of my pioneer friends were having a freakin' blast! I was just too 'goody-two-shoes' to fit in. : D

  Thats the problem with society today. Everyone has a different definition of "morals". No wonder the world has gone to hell in a hand basket. Someone or something has to set the standards. No one knows right from wrong anymore.

  Yup. those crafty JWS! Preaching one thing, and then leading a whole 'nuther life in secret! Each one of them seems to have a different *private* definition of morals. They really need to get it together, set some standards, and police themselves! :D
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  Lurkers: A truth is either true, or it isn't. There is no in between.

  by cappytan in

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  truth is absolute.

  there is no such thing as 2=1 or 1=2.. if one starts out with the equation 2=1, one has already failed.. truth = truth.

  you cannot change whether something is truth or not.. when the organization teaches one thing as a truth (ex.

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  talesin

  Phew! Glad I only mentioned the sun! : D
  
  To tell the truth, couldn't help but think of the Hemingway tome, The Sun Also Rises. Why do men always wince when I bring up that book? :confused:
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  How to remove a thread?

  by Simple Minds in

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  hi i am new to posting on this forum, i posted my first post today .

  some people are concerned i may have shared too much in my post and are worried this could get me in trouble.

  saying that, if the elders are searching on here, there is a chance that my letter could be found, and my comments used to incriminate me.

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  talesin

  Too late to edit (you have 30 minutes to edit comments), but check your messages ... look up, right hand corner, there is an envelope. That is your mailbox.
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  The Left And Islam

  by Bangalore in

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  talesin

  Oh, I have a friend who escaped from another "lovely" Muslim country - it's called Albania.
  
  Yes, she escaped and has the bullet wound scar to prove it on her calf. She literally ran through the woods, escaping border guards, to flee an arranged marriage. What an amazing person she is!

  Drita, love you woman! xo