Books on leaving Jehovah's witnesses?
I've read Llloyd Evans books and Crisis of conscience.But leaving an extremely high control group like Jehovah's witnesses is intense.Im at the point right now where I need to hear stories of other people who made it out ok in the end.I guess there's a comfort in those kinds of book right now.so if you have any suggestions please tell me.
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OrangeJuice
Level 6
July 21, 2018
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Glad you're out. I hope these links come through.
For reference you might try: The Gentile Times Reconsidered by Carl Olof Jonson [watchtowerlies.com]
A old but good personal experience is: Visions of Glory by Barbara Grizutti Harrison [watchtowerlies.com]
A newer personal experience is: The Least of God's Priorities by Bo Juel - [amazon.com]
This is a low cost work of fiction but one that gives real food for thought and I enjoyed it: The Turning Sword by Parker Edwards - [amazon.com]
This site has a good list: [ad1914.com]
gearl
Level 8
July 21, 2018
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I’m actually listening to an audio book called “Stolen Innocence” about a girl who grew up in the FLDS cult. You may relate to it
UltimateMike
Level 5
July 20, 2018
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I can't really know what you are going through. But I wish the best of luck fore you. I woulf imagin that you might lose some friends, even family members. But always rest assured there are new people to meet, like this place for example that will embrace you for the person you are, rather that what religion you belong to.
I wish you the best. 
TristanNuvo
Level 8
July 20, 2018
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There are some ex JW groups on here -- and on Facebook too....lots of stories.
You can do it. There is a whole world waiting for you.
I see by your profile that you have been baptised...that sucks since your family and friends who are JW will have to shun you now.
Find your REAL tribe...they are out there. Shunning sucks....but you will find people and real friends who will feel like family.
SkotlandSkye
Level 8
July 20, 2018
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Can't you just Walk Out, without looking back?
GipsyOfNewSpain
Level 9
July 20, 2018
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It's not that simple. yes one can give up their belief, but JW are very strict towards friends and family. I've read from many who came out of their so called beliefs and were shunned by their families, and friends. some of them were told that they would never be allowed to speak to their own families.
That is not an easy road for any one to endure.
My heart goes out to those that do make that choice, I wish nothing but the best for them.
@EmberRose003 Wishing you the very best.... where ever your happiness is stored for you... you have to find it. You belong to life... may be via your family... this is on you... and if you are an adult... You need to find your call... you need to find your life. Your trail to follow... Your path to make... Wishing you the Very Best. Remember to be Strong and you owe nothing to nobody but yourself!!!
I highly recommend Joe Rogan's podcast with Megan Phelps Roper. The whole thing is about her deconversion from fundamentalist Christianity to atheism. It's excellent.
She and her sister belonged to a church that was highly controlling as well. As a result of both of them leaving, they no longer have a relationship with their parents, who are forbidden to see them under the rules of their dogma.
She's happier than ever and tells quite the story about how she came to understand the truth about her religion.
"The Atheist Experience" with hosts Matt Dillahunty and Tracy Harris are also great. They're the two best hosts, in my opinion. When you hear logical arguments often enough, you have no choice but to think the same way.
Athena
Level 8
July 20, 2018
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Agreed. I really admire her after listening to her story realizing the amount of hardship she has had to endure with everything and her family excommunicating her. The way she came out of it really neat too. Certainly a win for social media. She is also in an episode of Waking Up. Episode #12.
Also a big yes for The Atheist Experience.
I've seen the Joe rogan podcast you are talking about, and it really opened my eyes to what the horrors of that cult really are. He had a couple of others that left scientology, but I don't remember their names at the moment.
And I am also, and have been a fan of the Atheist Experience for a long time now. quite a few great hosts.of course Matt is the most well known, and I've seen him in many debates. But my favorite is Tracy. She has a compassionat way of showing believers the contradictions in their beliefs. She as far as I've seen, never been rude to anybody.
I've seen and heard those. I think you might be talking about Leah Remini and Ron Miscavige? There may also be more. I really like how diverse Joe's guests are. I've learned a fair bit from his podcasts, in addition to Sam's.
I had the same thoughts about Tracy when I saw the early episodes. Now I feel her edges are a little sharper. I suppose the repeated apologetics and shenanigans they're exposed to on the show, can get tiring.
From my understanding, you have a large challenge ahead of you. I believe the word they use is 'disenfranchised' (not positive). You will likely be shunned by members of your own family. Your's will not be an easy path. Stay strong. As a community we are here for you. You may also want to check out this Reddit group. [reddit.com] Good luck, take care and be well.
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July 20, 2018
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