My Life After The Watchtower - ExJW Story

[@jgardner1169]

I just came across your channel and wanted to say hello. I too was a Jehovah's Witness for most of my life. I became inactive about 11 years ago. I am just a little bit older than you, 49. I really like your positivity. I feel the same way. I don't want to hate anyone, I just want to be happy. The last decade has been a struggle. There is a lot of, "feeling like an island" because the way that you've lived your life as one of Jehovah's Witnesses is so foreign to other people. I often have to stop and think, " Now are these my true thoughts and feelings or what I have been trained to think and feel?" As more time passes, it does get easier. And your exactly right, there are so many kind people in the world. I remember how the Witnesses would brag about the brotherhood and that there was nothing else like it. How you could go anywhere in the world and have friends. Well, I have experienced that being out of "the truth" as well. I have traveled halfway across the world and experienced extreme kindness from total strangers, some that didn't even speak the same language. I think love begets love. It's not confined to a certain religion. Thank you for sharing your stories and positivity. I really enjoy them!

[@LivingTruth1]

Thank you for bringing your happy self onto my channel and saying hello! Sounds like we've traveled some of the same roads on our journey out of the Org. When I was first leaving about 10-11 yrs ago, my massage therapist told me that 'Like attracts Like'. It was the first time I'd ever heard anything like that, and since then have read a lot and practiced the law of attraction... something that would be seen as voodoo as a JW. Anyways, when you say about traveling the world and experiencing kindnesses from total strangers, I concur. I've had similar things happen to me as well, and all that after leaving the Org, where my JW-friends and family were telling me that "you'll never find true friends in the world", "you'll never find someone to love you in the world", "where else will you go?", "the only real love is in Jehovah's organization", "true brotherhood", etc., etc. It actually did scare me at first, but then I realized that there were people I worked with that were really awesome people, so they aren't 'bad' and they actually do care for me... so using critical thinking got me out of the vat of JWOrg lies about relationships! Also what you said about stopping and thinking... I have a similar thing I do - "Is it true?" The subconscious mind is quick to say yes/no, when we start using our intuition as it's meant to be used.

[@ninacalvert7931]

I met my husband 16 years ago. We are both ExJWs. We were slowly leaving the religion when we met each other. It was easy for me to leave then him. My mom and I were slowly leaving the religion. For him his brother and little sister was not going no more. A few months of dating his mom and dad stopped going too. His dad was a elder for years. My husband and his brother and sisters was born in the religion. His older sister and uncles, aunts, cousins are still JWs. It is hard for him but I’m here for him. One of his cousin got disfellowshipped a few years ago. So he is so happy to have his cousin back in his life. We have two kids and we are not raising them in any religion. We are celebrating holidays and enjoying our lives with our kids. I’m so happy for you!

[@LivingTruth1]

Nina Calvert Thanks for sharing! I’m so happy you found each other... and good timing too, to have support when leaving. Being in a relationship as both exJWs would be great to have that shared experience. There are very few people in my close circle that really ‘’get” what it’s all about. Keep enjoying and celebrating life!! 🎂🥂❣️

[@kd5gsp]

I became a JW at the worst possible time in my life at 16 years of age, and I never pursued higher education. After I left in 2004, I struggled with a lot of resentment towards that. But I finally took charge of my own destiny, began pursuing a better education as far as my personal circumstances would allow, and it has let me to a good career in emergency services, which is something that I would never have experienced prior to leaving. Dating and relationships as been a whole other matter. But your expression about "knowing what I want" resonates very deeply with me. I tried to the on-line dating too back when it was considered taboo. I met some really interesting people too, but there were some that were of questionable intent. I've had one really good relationship in the last 14 years, but I continue on cautiously, no settling, knowing what I want, and need in a relationship. I'm happy that you have someone that you click with and inspires you. As always, good to hear from you in these videos...and I like your dog even when he pants and sniffs. I lost my 17 year old Jack Russell terrier back in March. I'm almost ready to find a new best friend.

[@LivingTruth1]

Rick, thanks for sharing. And sorry about your loss this year... I've gone through that many times, (always having had dogs in my life), and it's never easy. They are such an important part of our lives! Definitely best friends, and the best teachers of unconditional love. :) Oh, btw, that was one criteria I had on my dating criteria... had to like/love dogs and animals. Tells you a lot about a person right away, how they treat animals!

[@kd5gsp]

Oh I agree wholeheartedly! The dogs are non-negotiable. I'm going to check some shelters after I return from vacation in August.

[@LivingTruth1]

Good, I love that! Rio has been there through many tearful and sad times... dogs are the best companions!

[@reece1929]

Good morning. I hope you're both doing well. Dogs are amazing! Rick I hope you found your furry best friend. Enjoy your day and stay safe.

[@kendrabond7647]

It is very refreshing to listen to someone who still has a balanced outlook on life after leaving the JW's. I now practice meditation daily as I find it really helps me cope with my severe anxiety over the last few months, particularly after only recently leaving the organisation. Hugs to you and Rio x

[@LivingTruth1]

Thanks for your comment. I've struggled with anxiety and depression. I have found various mindset tools that keep me in the higher vibrations, and meditation is a daily practice for me too! It gets easier, and freedom is so worth it. Btw, if you like reading, one of my favourite books that I recommend is "Letting Go" by David Hawkins. Best to you! x

[@kendrabond7647]

@@LivingTruth1 Thanks for the book recommendation I will look into getting this. x

[@Cuzndr3w]

One the first things I did when I left was make friends that I never could have being raised a witness. Growing up I missed out on so many friendships that probably would’ve shaped me different than I am now.

[@LivingTruth1]

I hear you on that. I remember so many 'school-only' friends that I know now would've likely shaped me differently. But then, on that flip side, I think I turned out okay, so maybe all the experience of going through life as it came at me, made me more resilient and ready to face anything. Looking back is fine, but only looking forward and enjoying the present is the way I live now. Best to you.

[@justaroundthecorner2883]

Its commendable and liberating that you do not harbor any antipathy toward the JW's and that after a decade you have finally found your level in life. Your Witness inculcation runs deep, and your need for validation seems to be a reoccurring theme to your valuable contributions on KZbin. Congratulations on finding true love via dating Apps. Here in Britain this means of introduction often proves to be more trouble than its worth; as the Internet can be festooned with chancers and other characters of dubious motives. From a purely psychiatric perspective you are a fascinating case study. Outwardly, you have every reason to be incensed given your harrowing experiences. Conversely , you appear to proactively look for ways to subtly make excuses for the Witnesses in general. Your generosity and magnanimity leads me to the inescapable conclusion that you have not given yourself completely over to the dark side. Regards from the UK.

[@LivingTruth1]

Thanks. What do you mean by 'the dark side'?

[@haan3549]

Rio is adorable, I love when he’s in the video. 💙 When you talk about real friends it really impacts me. I am at present PIMO solely because of my elderly mom. I’ve been in this organization for about 55 years. And even while active in the Org. My true ride or die friends we’re always people outside of the witnesses. Everything within the organization is conditional. I had some lovely people as my friends that I’ve had a lot of fun with over the years but I know if they knew how I felt right now they wouldn’t look at me again. But I am truly comforted by the fact that my true friends Who were never witnesses loved me before, and will always love me, and will always be there for me. And they know I will always be there for them. We were taught a lot of lies in this religion. I’m really enjoying your content,thank you so much.💗

[@LivingTruth1]

Thanks so much for you comment on friends. It’s not an easy thing to navigate. As for Rio, he is missed every.single.day. My heart dog. The best unconditional friend that got me through so many tough times. 🐶🤍

[@haan3549]

@@LivingTruth1 Oh no, I didnt know he was gone. Im so very sorry!!! Not having children in "this system" I totally understand the love we have for our babies and how our heart breaks when they are gone. My heart breaks for you, Sending you love and hugs xoxoxo

[@LivingTruth1]

❤️❤️❤️

[@truthseekeratheist9105]

You are so very fortunate and you deserve all the good things that happened to you in your life. It’s the simple things that make freedom so wonderful. To read what you want to read to think what you want to think to choose your friends and not have them chosen for you, and to live life to its fullest in the way that you think best and not have anybody tell you how to live your life. Freedom is truly a wonderful thing!

[@LivingTruth1]

Thank you! Most definitely!

[@jefftucker6182]

Thanks for sharing your story. My wife and I left almost two years ago and appreciate it when people give encouragement and hope to others they can make it outside, not easy but possible. 😊

[@LivingTruth1]

Thanks Jeff. You're so right, not easy. But so possible, and worth it! :)

[@truthseekeratheist9105]

You are such a courageous and beautiful person. You most definitely deserve good things to happen to you. One thing both the Bible Students and JWs are good at is making one feel they are not worthy of having good things happen to them. I still struggle in accepting any praise or good events that happen to me. It’s criminal how they can make us feel so badly about ourselves. But the good news is we are FREE!

[@LivingTruth1]

Thanks for your comment, as always! I struggle with accepting any praise too, or anything good that happens I shrug off quickly. I'm a work in progress. :)

[@sleuthycompass6027]

@@LivingTruth1 why is that? I've always had the problem of accepting any praise as well. Even now, I find it embarrassing and I have no idea why ? Even when past exwife/ girlfriends said the 3 little words of I love you...it made me and still makes me feel uncomfortable. Yet I have no problem saying those words to anyone I care about. I guess I'm just messed up. Thank goodness for dogs and adventure travel.

[@nomorecogdiss3395]

I really enjoyed your story...and I love Rio! You seem such a genuine, intelligent and caring person and you deserve all the good things in life. Hope it just keeps getting better for you! :)

[@LivingTruth1]

Thanks so much!

[@digitalmediafan]

You are happy because you are in love...."Life without love is no life at all." - Leonardo Da Vinci

[@LivingTruth1]

digitalmediafan Great quote!

[@MDNOML]

@@LivingTruth1 I have 4 pups... Distracting is an understatement! Fun, goofy, and exciting at all times. Thank you for sharing your story. 😀

[@LivingTruth1]

M.D. ÆNOMLÆ Yes, 4 pups is super distracting! Lol Dogs are so awesome though... they are such good teachers of unconditional love and loyalty. Thanks for your comment!

[@LivingTruth1]

M.D. ÆNOMLÆ Yes, 4 pups is super distracting! Lol Dogs are so awesome though... they are such good teachers of unconditional love and loyalty. Thanks for your comment!

[@davidwicklin9943]

Love the dog!! Very therapeutic and engaging! I'm starting to pick up the pieces toward rebuilding at 46 y.o. now after awakening in 2017 after 25 years a watchtower slave. I went through similar traumas - a divorce finalized in 2013 after 14 years of marriage to a JW, false allegations of cheating leveled against me before that, financial destruction with foreclosure & bankruptcy, paying out maintenance/alimony for four years after the divorce, massive family attorney fees despite having no children, just to settle the alimony. More recently I had a job loss in a career I thought was permanent, necessitating my stopping the alimony and my 88-y.o. Father's deterioration battling dementia, parkinsonian and Alzheimer's disease to the point of needing to recently be put in 24/7 care nursing home since I'm an only child and have to go back to work as I cannot just "retire" or go on govt aid at 46, nor do I want to. I don't know right now whether I'm walking through an endless tunnel of bad or a bottomless dense pit of darkness as I may have to fight to keep the home & car I have from being taken by the nursing home my Dad had to be put into. It makes things appear quite hopeless and I've definitely contemplated suicide with such a depressing life. Here recognizing in waking up I lost and gave up the prime of my life from 20-y.o. to 45-y.o. to a cult. But at least I woke up fully to TTATT now over the last 14 months. All I can do is struggle forward. Get back to the gym and workout a couple times a day. Get a couple jobs and/or build an online internet income to start rebuilding for my retirement. Set new goals. Maybe go back to college. I've got a lot a soul-searching and decision making to do. Recently I've just practically crawled into a shell despite going on job interviews. I have a lot to get together. The JW Elders will at some point be hassling and harassing me to "come back and return to Jehovah" again after my fading and already telling them multiple times my issues with the covered up child abuse in JW with their internal database and own "apostate" library. All I/we can do is carry on productively and try to derive enjoyment out of life wherever possible. My uninitiated divorce was also constituted as an "UnScriptural" divorce so I'm not "suppose" to date or marry again. I haven't and won't date or marry really because I don't want to get taken advantage of again financially or otherwise and refuse to put myself back into a vulnerable, susceptible position ever again to get slanderously lied about getting maliciously accused of cheating when I prove & demonstrate my loyalty and instead continue to have my character assassinated in perpetuity. It may be lonely at times but it's a LOT worse being emotionally involved in a relationship with someone whose breached trust and destructively backstabbed in numerous ways. Trust starts at a zero level and if it ever builds it's solely from that point after all of this. Wishing you continued success and happiness on your journey! Best, Dave in Wisconsin

[@LivingTruth1]

Hi Dave, Thanks for sharing. I empathize with what you've gone through, and are still going through. Starting over isn't easy, but it's worth it. You're in your prime right now! And it's like you're pushing the restart button. I get it, the darkness and depression, is so gawd-damn heavy that it's hard to see any light... I've been there too, with the s**cidal thoughts as well. Going to the gym, working out... that was a huge help for me too, and helped me to not stay in that 'shell'. And if you're not doing so already, I strongly urge you to see a counselor. I haven't gone to a lot, but the few that I did, helped me so much. It all takes time, and when you get through this part of your life, you'll look back at it as a distant memory... but you'll be that much wiser, stronger, more resilient. Sending you cyber hugs. 🤗You're not alone.

[@reece1929]

Hope you're doing well. Take care of yourself and stay safe.

[@alyssad4940]

This is so beautiful 💕 I completely agree and resonate with your perspective on love and let live but appreciate what life offers when it “shakes you up”! We all have stories that are a little bit different leaving the WT I believe we all have the same amazing opportunity to truly know ourselves and live life to the fullest. It’s what we all deeply want most, that freedom and power to live as we are from our core, but it requires a massive mental and emotional shift in order to be open to seeing the world as a friend and not an enemy. The universe is so abundant in delivering the richest experiences to both supply us and stretch us and I wouldn’t want it any other way. Cheers to everyone no matter where they are on there path! But also don’t forget that life is completely available to you to live your best, richest experience and there are awesome examples like right here of people that are proof of that! So much love and thank you for sharing this video!! Super nice to have come across your channel!😊🙌💪🤸‍♀️🤸‍♀️🤸‍♀️💗🍻🥳

[@LivingTruth1]

Alyssa Rodriguez Thank you for your wonderful comment 💕

[@TheDoubledaddy]

Thanks for your perspective. I can relate to so much of what you have been through and are going through. Thanks!

[@DOliver]

I'm from Brazil. I am still JW. I loved your video. Stay happy, stay learning.

[@eviefriend4534]

I agree with your views. I enjoy Pagan religions like Wicca because I find them interesting but I love not having all the answers and love exploring. Blessed be to you on your journey❤️

[@LivingTruth1]

Thanks, and for sharing. It’s so great to have the real ‘free will’ to explore! Best to you. :)

[@michelleperry1996]

Why wicca? More darkness. Christ Jesus is LORD AND SAVIOR no other name given among men WHEREBY WE MUST BE SAVED

[@jackhui2812]

thanks for your video. I was married for nearly 13 years and have been divorced for nearly 20 years now. still find dating impossible..I appreciate your positive outlook. gives me a little hope

[@kentvinson6862]

You have handled things well. You are making wise decisions. Glad to see other people surviving the trauma of being a witness. It’s a lot to deal with. Look forward to seeing more of your posts.

[@jokich6379]

Just participated in a move on rally for the children who were separated from their families by President Trump in America- doing something meaningful, however my life was tailored by JW org so it is very difficult….

[@ljptech]

Well done, you look so much in peace! I trust you will enjoy the freedom as the chain has been broken. Just subbed to you

[@LivingTruth1]

Thank you! I was on a quest for finding peace in my life. I found that once I started using meditation and mindfulness to control my thoughts, I was able to finally let go of the past, and live in the present... and truly have a sense of peace, which is always a work in progress since there is SO much negativity in the world and media! Thanks for sub'ing! I'll be getting back in front of the camera soon! :)

[@ljptech]

Living Truth the world is so screwed up even a claimed ‘Christian’ myself will struggle with stress and regrets everyday/every morning. You seem way ahead.

[@changesmustchange2063]

❤❤Nice to see you! Love your story. And you'll be loved because you love your photo bomber dog, you have a good heart & your good friend. ❤

[@LivingTruth1]

Thank you! Dogs are the best. :)

[@jacquelynward511]

I agree that many witnesses are very good people and I care about them, but as long as they are living under the rulership of the WT, they turn their love on and off. That is not friendship, right?

[@LivingTruth1]

Agreed. :)

[@bv9434]

Their outward displays of love, yes. Inside they are tormented as well. Suffering Allll the way around due to Watchtower

[@LivingTruth1]

So much internal torment. The guilt. The judging. The fear. And always living in the past (bible times), or future (paradise)... never present in the now. I think that knowing of the internal torment is probably why I feel more empathy and forgiveness towards them (GB not included on this)... rather than anger.

[@bv9434]

Living Truth That’s a very mature, and rare, way of looking at it. We all were that once we now hate unfortunately. I would rather cherish this fleeting life than to give them what’s left of it disgruntled and looking backwards. Hope one day all of our friends and family can see things as we do now. Glad you’re thriving 👍

[@LivingTruth1]

I've been through the anger stage, so I do understand the raw emotion of it all. One thing that helped me gain some perspective was a book I came across about 'emotional intelligence'. It was just one of the many books (tools) that helped in working through it all. You seem to have a great perspective on it all too. Glad you're thriving as well!! :)

[@perceive8159]

So what are you doing with your life now ( not gossip in mind! )🌞

[@johannvandermerwe4826]

I'm out of the Jehovahs Witness for 2 months and agree that the shunning is cruel and can be painful. But let's be honest, it's healthy to cut ourselves off from all the JW's and live ones own new life...

[@marcalampi5036]

I must say there's a True God. he's not at watchtower. Gov body is put in Jesus place this is wrong also gov body are false prophets

[@afm4711]

Don't replace the watchtower-delusion by some other delusion. Any version of christianity is a delusional belief in a disgusting ideology.

[@bobbypaluga4346]

You are radiating happiness, leaving this twisted cult has been good for you. True love from a parent doesn’t include mental coercion picking a dying cult over a beautiful daughter. True love from a husband doesn’t include cheating and abuse. I hope you find a great guy, who treats you like a partner not a slave**. Have a bunch of kids, they’ll be gorgeous. Did you vote in the recent election? Happy Canada Day. If you ever get into reading about the mythical flood, I’ve written a pretty extensive paper on the topic, I’d be happy to send you the Word file for your perusal. **Whoops, I’m happy you did find your guy, that’s wonderful.

[@LivingTruth1]

Thank you so much for your comment! So true, on all points.... and my guy is definitely partner, and is very supportive of me. He was the one that encouraged me to do videos here. Oh... yes, I vote now... cause it makes sense to be involved. :)

[@bowrudder899]

I can't get enough of that beautiful green luscious background! Such gorgeous ferns!

[@MrMike-fm8bp]

Here here !!

[@RandomPerson-js3rc]

It amazes me that they think going back to meetings and conventions will magically make everything better .

[@reece1929]

Exactly! And now that places of worship are shut down, I guess Zoom is the answer?

[@rogersmith9086]

You did good. Bugs, aeroplane, panting dog. When we were in we got fed bullshit and when we get out we have to get rid of all the crap. It takes time.

[@LivingTruth1]

Roger Smith Thanks! So true, takes time! :)

[@jameshaney3701]

That's what my PaPa said, " Going to Hell in a hand basket. If he seen today, he would really think that." I thought about going back because i miss the friends. But, If i go back to be around the friends i have to keep my mouth shut. because i don't trust the GB. I don't agree with 1914. Watchtower's two witness rule and can't charge anyone because of no proof. so pedophiles can exist.I would be miserable if i went back because i would have to watch everything i say. I can't live like that again. Sorry, friends

[@LivingTruth1]

I've pondered that same thought before... as to whether going back was an option. For me, definitely not. I couldn't live a fake life just to have pretend (conditional) friends. And for my family that are still active, I couldn't go back just for them to be happy, as that too would still be a lie to myself and therefore result in unhappiness. Life is too short to try please others. Best to you. :)

[@marcalampi5036]

Amen

[@reece1929]

You're not alone. I couldn't take it anymore. That's no way to exist, because you wouldn't really be living.

[@johnnylnowlin]

BEROEAN.ORG - Excellent advice. I appreciate your story, and resilient nature. I think all of us ex-JW's learn to be resilient after a long walk in the organ. "Remaking a life," can indeed be difficult. Thanks for sharing . . . and may peace be your portion!!

[@LivingTruth1]

Thank you!

[@Diana-rg7gk]

I am a ex jw. I love your videos. If you have nothing nice to say or post keep it to yourself.

[@jazzminejackson9181]

I went to therapy but just have not found the right therapist and it seems that I'm doing all the talking and there is no real feedback. So, I have been trying to keep busy but I do need to get over my issues and try to make some new friends.

[@LivingTruth1]

My first counselling session with a psychologist, was all me talking fast (nervous) and bawling. I felt embarrassed, and he was pretty quiet the whole time.. (I don't think he had a clue of what to say about the JW and divorce mess). Frankly, I didn't know what to expect either. But he did give me some things to think about.. perspective questions. I never went back to him, but I know it did help me to just let it all out, to a person that was completely neutral to my life. I've looked at my hairdresser and massage therapist as counsellors too... or more as confidantes... especially in the early days of having lost all my friends/family and had no one to turn too... they were amazing to have as sounding boards at the time. When I was ready to find new friends, I basically pronounced to myself, (and the universe!), that I wanted to find friends that were similar to me and most importantly had unconditional love towards me. It was amazing the friends that came into my life... being open to it.

[@jazzminejackson9181]

My therapist is doing an internship so he needed hours but he studied religion and did know some things about JW but he could not offer much advice. So, I stopped going to him. Also, he gave me some breathing excercises to do for those times when my brain just starts thinking about all my ex-JW issues. So, that was helpful. I did speak with my hairdresser and she knew someone that had left org years ago and we had a really good conversation. Speaking with her was much better than the therapist. So, maybe I will continue to speak with her about it but not all the time she might get overloaded.:) Thanks for your advice and I'm glad to see your life is good now.

[@jazzminejackson9181]

S G I have been sort of isolating myself and I need to get into the habit going out and doing things where I can meet people. Thx

[@jazzminejackson9181]

SG Good idea to maybe join a club or something like that.

[@Monkeyshine911]

It's so sad that a woman like you was stuck in that basic, bland, simple life. I was in from birth to adulthood so I know the extent of how much they suppress who you really are. I'm very happy for you. And thanks for the videos! They're therapeutic for all of us.

[@LivingTruth1]

Thank you! :)

[@sharonsheehy3128]

A strong enlightened lady you are ,,, thank you ,,,,,

[@deksper]

"having joy and peace" - turning around trying to find the source of the noise in the background forest that is scaring her. LOL

[@proTheologist]

Very insightful...thank you.

[@jasonmayer9879]

great video, I always enjoy people's stories of how they evolved in their past jw lives. by the way, who is that man in the dark trench coat behind you in the woods that was looking at you the whole time? do you know him?

[@jasonmayer9879]

ha ha just kidding :)

[@LivingTruth1]

jason mayer haha... and here I was worried about bears! 😂 😂

[@saraabraham5486]

There is life after Watchtower. I have never been more spiritual. I look for a good bible -base faith; " No High Control Group" I been liberated- no more spiritual abuse. My connection to God has never been closer.

[@LivingTruth1]

That's great! Thanks for sharing. There are many paths, and I'm always happy to know people are happy after the WT! :)

[@reece1929]

I'm glad you found love happiness and peace. You look like you're free. You're pup is adorable! I love the way he photo bombs you. 😂

[@LivingTruth1]

Thank you! x

[@luigidibenedetto7026]

Make these words part of your life .......... what lies behind me - referring to my past. What lies before me - referring to my future are only tiny matters compared to what lies within me.

[@LivingTruth1]

So true... what's within and being present with that, is what's important.

[@rowdeo8968]

Respect is to be earned and hatred does not help but there are evil manipulative heads of the org. Do not be taken again by thinking all are wonderful. I love john cedars channel. He exposes he is an activist with no hate.

[@barrjohnm]

Can I ask why Jehovah Witnesses don’t celebrate holidays and say the only holiday that is celebrated is the annual convention. I recently stopped being a JW person but they people keep trying to get me back as I find that there’s way too many rules!

[@LivingTruth1]

The only thing they celebrate is the Passover/Memorial of Christ's death. The conventions and assemblies are just faith building events throughout the year. As for why they don't celebrate, best to ask them or go to their website for their amazing answers. :)

[@thecowboy9698]

Let me ask you something, since people who were raised JWs and those who were not were raised with completely different value systems, how can the two ever genuinely connect? And if so, how? Because I sure have never found it. One thing I have definitely learned is that you can't trust anyone with your secrets. Most people just simply ask about your life, not cuz they're genuinely curious, but because they're looking for gossip.

[@jacquelynward511]

Please bring your dog again.I love him. By the way witnesses are not true friends. Enjoyed your video and look forward to the next. God bless you.

[@LivingTruth1]

Thank you!

[@stellawil]

Jacquelyn Ward they are not true friends. I have 2 people cut me off. I'm inactive

[@sheilaryder6290]

They are only your friends when you believe what they believe x

[@miat8264]

Life events that shorten your life. Not in order: Divorce, moving, fired from a job, death of a loved one... 65 years and counting.

[@LivingTruth1]

Cults and stifling religious beliefs also shorten your life. :) It's all about gaining resilience from these events and developing a positive mindset to move forward from them. Best to you!

[@miat8264]

Disfellowshipping too.

[@LivingTruth1]

Yes, shunning is a big one! But now I look at it and say 'Thank you' to all those that have shown me their 'true colors', and have allowed me to move on and find real friends. Not easy to get there, but that's my attitude now. :)

[@LivingTruth1]

Testing the super thanks.

[@TruthHasSpoken]

Adoption is a beautiful thing if what you feel called to do but I wouldn't dismiss having children if that is God's will as well. AND, it can be both and not either, or. So too is that beautiful. Two thumbs up. Most confusing is this since you mentioned it : The Watchtower builds a new headquarters, yet if Armageddon is right around the corner, again, why do so? How has the WT reconciled the two with its members? I haven't heard this explanation. Note on yoga, yoga can be taken too far. This eastern teaching yogi masters of clearing the mind stage is not compatible with Christianity as our mind always needs to ascend to our creator. (note here too: those apostles who followed Jesus and testified to his life, death and resurrection, all professed him to be God incarnate. Judas aside, 10 died as martyrs for this belief and 1, St John, died in exile for this belief. They all taught their descendants the same, and the descendants taught theirs)

[@LivingTruth1]

Thanks for your comment. Great question about the new WT headquarters. The answer could only come from the GB. But I'm sure we can easily speculate the reasons! :)

[@ditherjannev2590]

@@LivingTruth1 The new world headquarters of the watchtower is isolated to make difficult the demonstrations in front of this place. ha ha ha !

[@digitalmediafan]

Anyways anyways anyways anyways!!

[@LivingTruth1]

digitalmediafan I KNOW! 😆I can’t stop!! lol

[@Creatusnow]

You have found paradise :)

[@selec21]

I know it's a dumb comment, but we're all thinking it. Your husband is a dumb ass for cheating on you......your a sweetheart! His loss.

[@t-streetmusicstudio6749]

Well done.

[@generevels8731]

Welcome to your freedom!😀

[@KatherineRogers]

Know that there are MANY XJWs now on twitter. Look for XJW in profiles. This is just something people choose or not...to put in their profiles so other XJWs can find them. KDRogersMD on twitter

[@saffronhammer7714]

Absolutely! Everything is better since I woke up from the Doomsday cult and have left religion behind. Every day if better than the last and I finally love life.

[@LivingTruth1]

Great to hear! :)

[@RandomPerson-js3rc]

It's the hateful so each about them and us that led me to wake up myself. If someone is going to judge Jehovah's Wittnesses as judgmental and they are....., then they better look at their own religious beliefs or non- religious thinking and ask themselves, all of us, in what ways do I Jude others. Have I had the same life experiences they have had. Do I know what life looked like from their point of view. I recently heated about something called epistemology which helps us respectfully and objectively talk to others about what they believe to be true and why. If the world is ever going to rid itself of hypocritical attacks then we are going to have to stop quick judging.

[@LivingTruth1]

I've looked at street epistemology and find it helpful for sure. I totally agree with what you are saying, thanks for sharing.

[@snookdog2259]

Great life story.

[@snookdog2259]

Nobody knows the pain this cult causes until you live it.

[@mbtofnj9180]

6/25/19 where have you been? wanted to say hello again. hope all is good with you (the dog too lol)bill

[@m.s.biteth1164]

Congratulations!

[@meryp9467]

I am in Toronto too! Let me know if you want to exchange emails

[@LivingTruth1]

I've moved back to BC since then.. in Vancouver. Here's my email.. [e-mail]

[@riseupnow7037]

I find it funny that the governing body member said (under oath), that if one chooses to leave the religion, they are not shunned. It is their decision. I’m here to tell you that is the biggest damn lie! I no longer have my friends because I choose not to attend meetings and I don’t agree with a lot of teachings! Their love is most definitely conditional!!!!

[@LivingTruth1]

It is a lie. The GB tricks their members into thinking that those that leave have made the decision to be shunned. So stupid. We are better humans being away from it all, (and religion in general IMO). So many conditions.

[@khanwh74]

Nice story.

[@snookdog2259]

Most important thing after leaving the JW's is being true to yourself. Leave everything else to Jesus. His love is true.

[@wendymitchell8245]

What a shame that so many who leave a cult ,also turn their back on God and never search for the truth.

[@LivingTruth1]

Your opinion... and thick judgement on others.

[@matilda4406]

No-one clears their mind, literally. Do you mean getting calm and peaceful?

[@LivingTruth1]

It's mastery over your mind, and you can 'clear' your mind through meditation practice... calm and peace are the results.

[@matilda4406]

I know what you mean, it's a clarity and calmness and peace. Though there are billions of connections going on in our brains continually, so we literally don't 'clear' our minds until we die and then all the connections stop.

[@LivingTruth1]

I don't use the word 'literally', in this video or in my daily life, since it's such an overused descriptive word. So of course we don't wipe out the connections in our brains with meditation, that doesn't even make sense. What it means to 'clear your mind' through meditation and mindfulness is learning how to redirect your attention, control your negative thoughts, and more. It's changing the way you think, which can result in clarity, calmness and peace.

[@matilda4406]

Gottcha, I've never practiced that but now I know what you mean with making better deliberate connections, and changing thought processes that were not right as a result of indoctrination, etc. Analyzing where we went wrong. In my case I had to go back to where I was conned. And it was believing that God had an organisation, everything stemmed from that. Once that was corrected that God does not have an organisation - everything else became more peaceful.......I could see where I was lead astray, it's learning a lot about oneself too. Anyhow, it's different for each person. love freedom, love life is my motto.

[@LivingTruth1]

Awesome... we have very similar life mottos. x

[@doniharris417]

Great video, panting dog and bugs and plane and all lol

[@LivingTruth1]

Doni Harris haha thanks!

[@mitchstrother6524]

Your really pretty, not sure why your husband cheated on you.

[@RandomPerson-js3rc]

Please excuse the spelling. Spell check thinks it knows what I'm trying to say. 😣 so irritating. 😊

[@ogama843]

Toronto! Head north to Temagami and there you can find paradise before Armageddon.

[@justinporter458]

Tell your dog to start his own channel. Justin porter ex jw

[@matilda4406]

Are you able to say how the heck your sisters left the Borg ?

[@LivingTruth1]

They faded away decades before me... they were each in their early 20s when they did. Both have told me that they never really felt that the 'Truth' was true, but rather just our parents religion. They also moved away from our town during the time they were fading out... that helps to fade since you're surrounding yourself with all new people, etc.

[@matilda4406]

Wow! I know so many couples whose children are not in the organisation. So you were the goody one who endured and tolerated so much until you realized too you had to face the facts. Good on you, not easy to do but so worth it! Have a great day!

[@robertfish3319]

Jehovah Witnesses screw with your hard drive you find errors on your hard drive , alot of JWs are human doings not human beings. At least you have time to process imformation.

[@joealtieri758]

You are so beautiful inside and outside I hope your life is iworking out for you it is so hard when you have no family and friends to lean on. I love the way the JW cult plans your whole life? Exactly it is all bullshit ? What really bothers me is the shuning but that is mind control ?

[@robertshaw7692]

You are very much in shock you need to get some help. Then from a legal perspective if you talk about Watch Tower you need to put up a copyright notice of fair sharing content.

[@LivingTruth1]

For sure, I'm in shock.

[@bobbychavez2805]

U look cute

[@LivingTruth1]

LOL!!

[@bobbychavez2805]

Andy Sandoval so ex jw not allow to flirting for saying u cute so simply? It doenst mean fliring...ask her for numbers n call me...that's flirting! U silly

[@justinporter458]

Apostates make the best husbands. Justin porter ex jw

[@LivingTruth1]

The ones that aren’t angry and bitter perhaps. :)

[@vintagegal5616]

I don’t understand how your parents and grandparents can still be JWs. With all the doctrinal changes that continues to go on is ridiculous. I was one for 26 years. There is a God and He does have a Son named Jesus. I hope one day you find him. He is nothing like we learned from the JW religion. 😊

[@LivingTruth1]

To each their own. :)

[@bacomiric1681]

Love is essential for salvation not this or that religion.

[@LivingTruth1]

Love is essential. Period.

[@gloriayoung392]

JEHOVAH is Real🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂🤗

[@LivingTruth1]

Respectfully... that is your opinion. :)

[@lordbaal7460]

Im dating a jahova witness woman, she wants to marry me , do you think she wants to leave the jw ? her mom already started to bug her. What do you think?

[@LivingTruth1]

If you aren't a JW, it's unusual that a JW woman would date you, let alone marry you. I have no context or knowledge or your girlfriend to know what she wants to do. Good luck.

[@lordbaal7460]

@@LivingTruth1 good luck? Don't get throw off by my my screen name its a joke from star wars, but seriously you never heard or seen non member marry a jahova witness ?

[@LivingTruth1]

LORD BAAL I’ve seen it, yes... it’s rare. And a hard road to travel if one is a believer and the other isn’t. Hence the Good Luck. :)

[@paulbassett6659]

hi most lovely Knowledge is a light which God casteth into the heart of whomsoever He willeth.” It is this kind of knowledge which is and hath ever been praiseworthy, and not the limited knowledge that hath sprung forth from veiled and obscured minds. This limited knowledge they even stealthily borrow one from the other, and vainly pride themselves therein! Would that the hearts of men could be cleansed from these manmade limitations and obscure thoughts imposed upon them! haply they may be illumined by the light of the Sun of true knowledge, and comprehend the mysteries of divine wisdom.

[@johnmcdonnell4216]

Many failed prophecies

[@gloriayoung392]

GOD spelled backwards is DOG . DOG s R loyal Human s best friend . Our Heavenly Father gave us animals.

[@LivingTruth1]

That only works in the english language. :)And Humans are animals.