Why I Ran Away From The Amish

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AN EX-MEMBER of the Amish community has opened up about why she left the religious group. Misty Griffin currently happily resides in Pasadena, California with her husband, however she had an incredibly strict and difficult childhood where her parents enforced an Amish-style life. After Misty attempted to run away from home, the family moved into an Amish community. But after three years of living as an Amish woman, Misty was molested by the bishop of the community. After enduring months of abuse, she made the decision to leave after living in the community for three years. An updated edition of 'Tears of the Silenced' is available for preorder now: amzn.to/2KZRtwx
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[@onyx1654]

Good for her! It takes a lot of strength to break away from something you're raised into.

[@jacobtran4010]

like indian culture

[@DD-hz4tp]

@@jacobtran4010 shut up douche

[@Rolando_Cueva]

@@DD-hz4tp bag

[@Sarah.Riedel]

I'm kind of confused though she makes it sound like her family _wasn't_ Amish to begin with but that they joined the lifestyle when she was 8 or 10...? That's very unusual if true.

[@onyx1654]

@Gray Jedi I'm always proud of of people that can get out of that terrible religion.

[@laffin_out_loud]

Sounds more like an cult that everyone completely ignores the idea that it's a cult.

[@dreasmom2789]

Jessica Laffin I think the same of all organized religion.

[@jalenstafford8874]

Amish Cult is like Far Cry 5's Eden's Gate Cult. Believing that everyone and everything is evil and yet they use some modern day technology to help get stuff done? That sounds just like Eden's Gate.

[@ezekiel4yt]

atheism is a science fiction cult

[@laffin_out_loud]

AlayasMagic its definitely a cult.

[@natrat4572]

I was thinking the same thing.

[@melodiewright]

Came here after finishing her book. I don't usually cry when I read books, but hers had me bawling. Really was an eye opener.

[@tammybrown6560]

I also just finished her book sick people I’m happy for her now

[@enass.muhammed7469]

What dose oh call

[@billyoder9813]

I left the Amish. By no means would I go back. It's clearly a cult.

[@risingstars3478]

BILL YODER how

[@risingstars3478]

what about your family? how did you get a life in the real world?

[@billyoder9813]

Rising Stars I struggled with the Amish system for over 5 years till I had a friend of mine help me out. If it wasn't for him I don't know where I'd be today. My family is Amish except 1 brother. My dad seems to understand salvation and has a problem with the Amish system. Then at the same time he works the way they want him to. Here recently they had a family reunion and he forbid the family from letting me know they're going to have it. It's just things like that, that you really find out who your true friends are. I call my church group, my family.

[@Lori_L]

I'm glad you were able to get out. I grew up in Lebanon and know some Yoders. Maybe they could be of some support to you. Regardless, I hope you are able to create your own loving family of choice. Everyone deserves that

[@nathanmiller5845]

BILL YODER I know what you mean. I used to be Amish too.

[@stormygirl1704]

The outside world is evil, but no one should be held prisoner or sexually abused. That’s sick!! Sounds like your “inside” world was evil too. Sorry you had to go through that.

[@ikramullah6192]

Stormy Girl agreed

[@dewuknowHIM]

This is rea all. NOT a show !!!

[@chrisramsey5380]

The Amish And The Apostolic Pentecostals are both notorious for teaching and preaching that the outside world is evil and going to hell for not living under their false holliness standard's

[@danasmith1165]

Chris Ramsey there is no apostrophe in standards. Most church goers are notorious for acting like there is something wrong with you if you don't live like they live.

[@gabbeskillz6262]

The outside world isn't evil, what the hell?

[@Lori_L]

I grew up Pennsylvania Dutch and know firsthand about the sexual abuse that occurs. It happens in every community. It has nothing to do with the type of community. It happens among religious people and people who don't believe in religion at all. She is one brave woman to have broken free and is helping others. May more continue to heal

[@cleanserene6330]

The problem with it happening specifically in the amish community is that there is no recourse for victims...they cant go to the police and they have no meaningful way to deal with it inside the group...it makes the Catholic church look positively enlightened

[@jimstrope701]

Lori L Ya, Ich hab Deitsch Vorgeher. Mei Familie kumme aus Oscht Pennsilfaani (faensi Deitsch). Ich schwetze Demon Englisch (en bissel Deitsch). Ich gewollt Deitsch laerne. Ich durfte in eine Facebook Deitsche Gruppe net sei. Mei Verwandter in de Deitscherei mir saagte, Ich durfte ins de Gruppe net sei, weil Ich ken Amisch bin! Awwer die Gruppe saagt- PA Dutch Cooking & Living. Es saagt net Amish Cooking & Living. Ich bin Deitsch awwer ken Amish. Ich schwetze Demon Englisch. I guess the Deitscherei doesn't include me.

[@boerboel8116]

Same here!

[@martinmummert5614]

​@@jimstrope701Same here. I grew up in York County, PA in the 1960's and 70's, and learned enough Deitsch from my grandma and dad to have little conversations with the Amish. I currently live near the Amish community in Middlefield, Ohio, and occasionally practice speaking Deitsch with them. Wie ich immer saag, ich wees yuscht genunk Deitsch fer druwwel mache. (As I always say, I speak just enough Deitsch to make trouble.)

[@impseed3337]

It sounds like a cult........

[@tirzxh]

It is

[@celticmist14]

Yes it is.

[@molly4451]

@@tirzxh is not

[@molly4451]

@@celticmist14 is not

[@latileta]

@@molly4451 yes it is

[@blytheshields9163]

Please read her book. I'm not normally a book lover but this book had me up at night to finish the chapter I never wanted to put it down. It is a must read

[@libertas1776]

Just finished reading your book, Misty. Thank you for being so brave! I'm sure you've saved a lot of people from the abuse you endured.

[@TheeMademoiselle]

good for her, im happy she got out and was able to make a positive change in other people's lives.

[@zhucov6723]

yea she get out from Amish scocity to drug and gang black

[@claudiaschneider5744]

@@zhucov6723 : are you Amish or on drugs and gang black? Religions do not protect people from all that strange things in this world.

[@stephaniepalladino4782]

There's nothing Christian about being Amish. They believe that their "works" (what they wear, the rituals they keep, the things they do) are what saves them. Not the grace of God, not the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Christianity states that people are saved by believing on the sacrifice Jesus made - not by their own works, not by their own "good". The Amish keep their people in a state of fear/compliance on this basis alone. They are NOT Christians. It's very, very sad.

[@matthewkearney9044]

Stephanie Palladino Christianity is based on genocide, sexism, slavery and human sacrifice. How is christianity not as bad as the amish or any other religion?

[@KZXten]

Stephanie Palladino Amen... You speak truth Stephanie!

[@matthewkearney9044]

Johnson Fernandes Have you even read the old testament? Plenty of genocide, slavery, sexism, and human sacrifice.

[@matthewkearney9044]

If you don't follow the old testament at all then I'm assuming you don't follow the ten commandments as they are in the old testament. You may like to focus on the happier hippy Jesus, but that doesn't change the fact the old testament is immoral and inaccurate. Even the new testament is inaccurate in its supernatural claims. There is no evidence to support any supernatural claim in either old or new testament. Do you have any evidence for your god claim, or supernatural claims?

[@matthewkearney9044]

Johnson Fernandes Why follow the commandments if they are from the old testament? Why not also stone adulterers? That's from the same book. I agree you should believe whatever gives you peace, but only if it doesn't contradict with things that have already been proven, and only if your belief does not infringe on others rights like christianity does.

[@Vbluevital]

You are a brave intelligent young women. We are so glad you created a new life for yourself and helped others exposing the abuse. Blessings

[@crystalball6358]

I understand the Amish idea of simple basic clothing, no technology etc., they have every right to not partake in such things and I applaud them for that but most of what they do/believe in in absolutely horrible and their attitude towards women is sick! All religions are just controlling and dominatiing. I'm glad she managed to leave.

[@uhvoid8433]

If anyone realized what a small percentage of the amish do this then maybe they stop blaming the whole damn community for it and focus on the ones that actually do by calling them the swartzentrubers ...NOT ALL THE AMISH FOR PETES SAKE ...that's like calling all black people drug dealers

[@danasmith1165]

Great Blue Blistering Barnacles 99 % of the Amish are not following Biblical teaching, for "John's" sake. I don't like Pete.

[@shouldacomewithawarninh4974]

No not all are like that

[@cbv7207]

@@uhvoid8433 in my opinion not using technology is incredibly stupid but ok

[@uhvoid8433]

@@cbv7207 what technology? A TV? An Xbox? I can't see why not having that is stupid. It doesn't create lazy fat asses that just do that all day. Plus better communication and home life for most.

[@MandyLeeLilac]

I just read her book, “Tears of the Silenced,” and it is such a powerful story. Very glad she got away from her abusive family, and abusive community.

[@connieengstrom1927]

I just read her book and was absolutely shocked of everything she went through. Being physically and mentally abused by her stepfather and mom, then to being sexually abused in the Amish community. She has turned out to be an amazing young women congratulations to her.

[@marikachang5957]

I read the book and I was so torn from all that they encountered but the book was definitely inspiring. I’m so proud of Misty. She’s such a strong person. 👏🏾👏🏾

[@zivanoeecohen1375]

That broke my heart. Girl you’re so strong. I’m so proud of you. 😭 Keep going. You’re wonderful!

[@northernsoutherngirl]

What I want to know is if they shun all technology, why did they allow themselves to be photographed?🤔

[@Clouditivity]

northernsoutherngirl I was thinking that as well! It's not even black and white.

[@yippee8570]

In her book (which is a good read) it says she was not born Amish. As Misty says in the video, her stepfather (also not Amish) was very controlling and abusive and part of his abuse was making his wife and stepdaughters behave as if they were Amish. Then when Misty was a teenager she and her sister were sent to live with an actual Amish community, until she was finally able to break free.

[@elainelouderback8085]

Misty has opened up about her life, and about abuse. Her parents live outside an Amish community. Her story is real. So was the abuse. I know the community in which her parents live. Have sat in their home, and never realized what they grew up in. It made me horribly sad to learn all this. We never fully know what someone's home is, or how they are raised. I am thankful she was able to break free.

[@dewuknowHIM]

northernsoutherngirl .... you have to remember her stepdad and Mom just took it on ...they " chose" what they wanted to do ...but her and her sister were "forced" to do what the step dad and mom "chose" to do....

[@misscindy1596]

I wondered that , all ive learned about amish is they dont allow cameras , ive seen them on dr pols show but they blur their faces.i want to think that not all amish are sexual perverts and cult leaders im sure some are good people.but they have had alot of exposure do to tv shows etc , alot of people run away for a reason

[@bella-km3rx]

she is so brave

[@Andshewasafairy]

I grew up around a lot of Amish. They must not have been this strict because they were allowed to go English at 16. They had from 16 until whenever to decide if they would stay English or join church and be baptized into the Amish. If they were never baptized they can not be shunned. So if they decided to be English, their parents may not be happy about it, but they won’t be shunned. My son’s father use to be Amish, he is currently living English. I’ve never heard of a child molestation case within the Amish and I practically lived along side them, but I’m so sorry that had to happen to this woman. The Amish are veryyyy hypocritical ! But I know someday there won’t be anymore Amish. They already are starting to use vehicles more than horse and buggy. They have cell phones, vehicles in their names. I even worked for one that had a tv in his shop. Their lifestyle won’t last forever

[@Stephh99]

Brittany Reeder Yes, I also grew up around Amish, and they also had Rumspringa I believe it’s called. I wonder if this woman was in a more conservative or cultish branch. There are so many branches in so many places it’s hard to know.

[@deniseherud]

Brittany Reeder I agree w u. This vid is about a psycho step dad who dressed them up ...they weren't born Amish or grew up Amish. Who knows what kind of cult he sent her to. I've been around Amish forever and it's nothing like this. Men interact w outsider men and the same for women. You don't find married Amish men talking to women...they have strict rules. But they're fine talking w outsiders of the same sex. They all have the right to leave at 16... some do, some don't..some go and come back. The teens drink more than we do! --they just do it on the dl. I'm sorry for what this girl went thru but this is anotherBarcroft scammy vid...they're mixing culty pedos with real Amish and spreading lies. For the record she would have never been allowed in an Amish church without proof she'd been baptized and raised in an actual Amish church..fact check it. I'm not calling her a liar and I feel bad she was abused, but it was a cult not actual Amish

[@iloilee]

Denise Herud: Look it up. She was in an Amish community.

[@Stephh99]

Also, third grade education? The Amish generally go to school until 8th grade from my understanding, then they begin working on the farm full time.

[@Andshewasafairy]

Royal Clasus LMAOOO the ones I partied with DEF got around 😂😂

[@legozxx6655]

Her memoir is heart breaking and sad. No one deserves a childhood like that. I am so glad that she came out of it, I hope her sister is doing well as well!!

[@ste.b.7400]

Every religion is a manipulation of people's mind. There is a higher energy which is God but it's not oppressive. It's the man making other people slaves by using a bible or whatever. We are here on earth to be free, to enjoy the beautiful things in life. I'm glad she's free now, it's her earthly life she deserves to live it the way she chose, not somebody else's bilief

[@stephaniepalladino4782]

Sorry but what are you basing this belief on? I ask because I grew up in a new-age home... I was taught that we are " all one" that there's a higher energy, that we are free to do whatever we want as long as we don't harm anyone, etc.... The thing that always got me was that this belief was based upon nothing substantial - just peoples feelings. There was no core, or creed for why those ideas were supposed to be truths - it was all about whatever feels good to our intuitions... and not about any sort of proven authority. Do you know that there is a difference between religion, and being a Christian? Religion involves the rituals people partake in, to justify their own goodness, to believe they are worthy, that their works can atone for their sins.... Real Christianity is simply believing in Jesus's sacrifice on the cross, and placing your trust in his sacrifice. Knowing that we are all sinners, and that Jesus who led the perfect life, is the only covering for our sins.

[@CutTheCrapAndKissMe]

You're so right and that's what I try and tell people all the time. Religion is man made.. Simply believing in god and following his teaching are two very different things. From my experience the people i've met in churches are vile people.. I do not trust them especially the bishops.

[@twdjt6245]

If only all religious people had that mindset. But unfortunately 99% of them don't and will go out of their way to try to force their beliefs on others, even going as far as voting to do so, which is sad and the main reason why I think religion is a disease. A disease that I full heartedly believe that every human being should have the right to inflict upon themselves, if they so wish , but a disease nonetheless.

[@Mr3344555]

Ste.B. religion comes before singularity, but a non-thinker will side with the candy man because he gives you sweet and not painful shots and not the doctor. Thank you for not helping the human species in anyway. 96% of the population is the same thing as you. Blind and cannot think non self-centered thoughts.

[@VB-dp1vs]

Religion is used to control the masses

[@deborahgate965]

I'm very sorry u had to go through that abuse as a child. I was abused by a family member and do not have any contact with any of my family. It's hard and makes me feel sad and very alone sometimes. The abuse was never reported. I really admire u for your strength and helping other people who have been or r in a similar situation.

[@Wisepati]

Not to mention the puppy mills they run and running their horses in to the ground. To me that is sin.

[@crystalball6358]

Absolutely agreed!

[@magsdoesnotknow]

Yep... My grandmother left the Amish when she was in her early 20s, and to this day has never owned any kind of animal because they trigger post-traumatic stress because of the horrible abuse and neglect she was surrounded by growing up :(

[@danasmith1165]

Wisepati my dog is proof. Bred by senseless Amish !

[@CajunAdrienne]

They don't use the same horse everyday. They use one for a whole day ,it gets 3 days off usually .

[@djpaeg1]

Thank God for your aunt’s help, and your inner wisdom. God bless you for sharing this.

[@dl1129]

She tried to escape the ranch and succeeded and now has to try and escape the matrix. I had no idea the Amish are so sick. Well there goes my plan of being Amish. I guess I'll just go back into the matrix. lol

[@dl1129]

Jessie Jay Yeah I'm just joking no harsh feelings I get carried away sometimes. Lol Its mainly so I can read it 20 times and laugh. lol

[@uwutwtlwlowoqwqvwv2876]

Yes most are not

[@TheBlackMadonna222]

I laughed harder than I probably should have

[@miszsaii24]

The public knows. The public also thought y’all accepted that. Glad you made it out sister, stay strong.

[@jonathanprime1507]

I seen videos of people going to Amish communities in PA and FL and they were open and accepting they were very kind and people could leave at any time.

[@dianaaa7352]

i don’t get why she was isolated from her sister, could someone explain

[@bella-km3rx]

Pumpkin Head Probually because that what some omish people believe in

[@dreasmom2789]

There is strength in numbers...even if it's only 2.

[@panpan6513]

She wasn’t isolated from her sister, her and her sister were isolated from everyone else.

[@Stephh99]

I’ll go home *Amish

[@dianaaa7352]

Pan Pan oh okay sorry i didn’t understand but thank you!!

[@ravenfighter9157]

I've always viewed the Amish as a false Christianity (I'm Baptist)

[@dreasmom2789]

Furry Kids Except believing in God I agree. Trump is proof of no God. Lol maybe.

[@ravenfighter9157]

Chizzle Pickle Productions not my church we don't believe in works based salvation

[@JonasFilberg]

😂

[@rileycoyote4924]

Wow, I never thought the baptists would think anyone was too conservative.

[@stephaniepalladino4782]

+Raven Fighter91 They are not Christians. The bible states that believing on Jesus's sacrifice on the cross, and accepting Jesus as your personal saviour is what saves people... the Amish believe that wearing the right kind of clothes, keeping the right kind of traditions, and doing the right kind of work, is what saves them. There's nothing Christian about that.

[@emilytaylor1001]

❤❤❤ thank you for sharing your story!!! You are so brave!!! I hope this will inspire others to come forward! 🤗🌸☀️

[@AugustBug56]

There’s an indie film just out called “Apostasy”, and it’s about leaving the cult of Jehovah’s Witnesses. I was raised in the cult and finally got the nerve after 48 years to leave. I’m so glad I did bc there’s an entire community of people who are good, kind, and truly loving out here if you just “look.” Looking is something any cult will tell you Not to do. In this age ignorance is a choice especially with the internet! 😉

[@miso6758]

Lisa- Bug Showalter um ok

[@galyh1365]

whats so wrong about jehovas witnesses? they are like the kindest people out there

[@miso6758]

idk idk right

[@AugustBug56]

Kaiyah B All I can ask you to do is to research the Jehovah’s Witness cult on jwfacts.com Australian Royal Commission case #29 4JEHOVAH.org jakke control on KZbin. These sites will tell you everything you should know before you comment on the rank and file. They are mostly good and kind people, it’s their organization with their 8 men of their governing body who make their rules. The pedophilia is absolutely rampant throughout their organization and they’re unable to conceal it any longer. Their members aren’t allowed to research independent sources about their true history which leads them into their beliefs they hold today. They can now accept blood fractions whereas they could not for decades. What about all the people who’ve died bc of their no blood policy? If they’d been alive long enough they too could’ve had a transfusion that would save their lives and at least it would’ve been their choice not 8 men in New York’s decision. Please visit these sites I’ve noted above and realize that being in a cult cuts you off completely to the real world.

[@miso6758]

Lisa- Bug Showalter already know all of this and they still don’t take blood

[@leahdawson6196]

"I took off my headcovering and stomped on it." GOOD FOR YOU, GIRL!

[@looneytunes5590]

God wouldn't be happy with what that "bishop" did. Amish doesn't sound like a religion.

[@r1tzy5551]

Yes, it sounds more like a cult

[@andrewfields8556]

Not all Amish communities are like, important to remember when seeing this.

[@CătălinaMaria1896]

Neh, they are in general awful. Because conservative and religious communities are în general abuzive.

[@pattiknapp8371]

Just finished your book! You are an inspiration

[@kristy3539]

God bless you! I worked with an abuse victim in Tennessee. The abuse in the community is HUGE problem that is out of control. An abuser repents before the congregation MUST be forgiven if they confess and the abuse can never be spoken of again. There are many wonderful people but there is also rampant abuse

[@daleunderdue6116]

Glad that you 'escaped' your captors and are now living your dream. Blessed are you to bring this unknown abusive lifestyle to the forefront. I thank you.

[@ashlynbennett3539]

Your story is an inspiration for all SA survivors everywhere. I finished reading your book and I’m so proud of you. I how you were able to get back in touch with your uncle and aunt

[@just4540]

she could have an entire documentary. there’s a lot here. i have a lot of respect for this woman.

[@soufian2733]

Offred is that you?

[@dominicdiricci2075]

Lol. That’s an awesome comment man. -May the Lord Open ha

[@estheranning9085]

Soufian 27 Under his eye

[@Nintendo_panda]

May the lord open.

[@LauraBidingCitizen]

Scary to think how alike it all is though isn’t it?!

[@kevinschili3728]

Blessed be the fruit.

[@yasssgawwwd5643]

It’s important to note that although her situation was awful Not all groups of Amish are repulsive.

[@cloroxbleach5159]

I’m not Amish, I love WiFi. This is horrible. But let’s not hate Amish people I bet their not all like this

[@danasmith1165]

Clorox Bleach who hates Amish? I hate the way many "use" us and how awful they are to animals. Hate the sin not the person.

[@peachion2]

Clorox Bleach I have an Amish friend who told me “Amish are just like other people. Good and bad.” My best friend is Amish. She does not think for a moment that the Amish are more virtuous or really any different. They just strive for a simpler life style.

[@Hubbblesgirl]

I’m glad she was able to escape and got a chance to lead a life that would be happier and safer for her. I hope she has many more happy years.

[@mh20162]

pretty ironic how they thought the outside world was evil when the things they were doing were pretty much evil.

[@SeanVplayer]

Having just finished her book, I'm a little confused, (or she is), in the book the aunt she speaks of is her step-father's sister, not his aunt, (her aunt). Her experiences were SO horrific I almost didn't finish reading it. Just an unbelievable level of torture and torment, and that was BEFORE she went to the Amish community. It was something of an 'upgrade' to live in the Amish community compared to the absolute evil of her mother and step-father. That is, until she went to stay in the 'Bishop's' household as a maid. An amazing story, very well told.

[@kimmckinney44]

I just read her book and came here to watch her story she is such a brave person she over came alot🙏❤

[@kari_koo]

This is a cult and will forever be a cult

[@kendraweiler787]

these people were not amish they were a cult. Most Amish nowadays do have some connections with the outside world.There are three types of Amish: Old Order Amish, New Order Amish and Swartzentruber Amish. This "Amish" cult might be more like the Swartzentruber Amish. A lot of Old Order and New Order Amish have telephones, solar powered homes, refrigerators,indoor plumbing,and some even allow cell phones. They do not live like people would have in the 1800s.And they definitely do NOT think that by dressing like that and not having all modern conveniences that they are saved. They believe salvation only comes through Jesus Christ. What's in your heart is what counts,not the way you dress. A lot of people laugh and mock when they see them,as if they are aliens from another planet. They are just one of MANY different cultures in the world and deserve to be treated with respect just like anybody else. ALL LIVES MATTER. It doesn't matter what you look like. I know all about the amish because I am Amish myself.

[@loveforeignaccents]

And I thought Scientology was bad...

[@AK47_414]

Lol look into Jehovah's witness

[@kristinclark3304]

I just finished reading Misty's book and it was heartbreaking to say the least! Misty is an amazing person and an inspiration to all victims of physical and sexual abuse. I read the book in almost one sitting because I could not put it down!

[@AnonyMous-wr1gq]

I REALLLY LOVE THIS BARCROFT! AMAZING CONTENT! I FEEL LIKE I'M TRAVELLING WHENEVER I WATCH STORIES OF DIFFERENT PEOPLE. I HOPE BARCROFT NEVER CHANGE 💖

[@soldierforchrist481]

Not all amish churches have those standards, thankfully.

[@user-xf6ej7qm4k]

They don't. Most are good but people but seem to want to judge a entire group of people by the actions of bad people.

[@bluevioletrose7541]

We have Amish communities around where I live. They seem like nice enough people, and we've had them fix some stuff for us, but I always thought their way of life was a bit strange. Also, the Amish communities where I live aren't very conservative. They have phones, some have flush toilets, a lot have modern farm equipment, etc.

[@emolover1122]

Her book is a real eye opener...once i started reading i couldn't stop. You are a very strong woman Misty ❤

[@mercurysanda3568]

She sounds like such a brave and inspiring woman, I hope she has a great nursing career!!

[@reece2087]

Reminds me of a controlling abusive relationship yet it’s the religion that is being abused and people taking advantage of the word of god in order to control people. It’s sick and disgusting I love to hear people’s personal stories because maybe someone who is trapped will see this and find a way out

[@danasmith1165]

Reece 20 most churches are controlling.

[@inmydarkesthour2278]

Humans don't know if there is a god or what happens after death!! NOBODY!! That's why there are so many different religions.... Some with one god and some with many... Just live a good life and dont hurt yourself or other living things.... Simple....

[@danasmith1165]

inmydarkesthour 22 JESUS LIVES.

[@Beachandpool]

You said it inmydarkesthour 22

[@7UPCOMINGames]

Amish people can’t dislike this because they don’t use technology

[@antigone7980]

I just finished your memoir last night. I'm so sorry for what you've been through and so glad that you're now happy and out of those terrible places.

[@lynne99]

What a controlling and horrible environment.... what type of parent would allow this to happen to their own kid? Let alone having a stepparent come in and take over roll and totally and completely erase their lives and conform them.

[@rachelel9087]

I'm seriously curious what happened to her mother in this situation. Doing it out of "love" for the stepfather then being brainwashed herself or?

[@itsaimzz4731]

stepdaughter : hey stepmom, what are you doing ? stepmom : hey stepdaughter, why are you asking?

[@rightcoast7049]

"The Amish believe the outside world is evil" Yeah, can't really argue with that. It sure is.

[@celticmist14]

Jesus NEVER took peoples free will from them!

[@JaneDoe-ci3gj]

There is both evil and good in the world. She was beeing held prisoner and being molested, that was truly evil and she was innocent in all that!

[@idylledoll]

BIG HUG to you and your cute doggie! I am so happy and proud of all that you accomplished!!!

[@laciehamblin4524]

Reading your book now, it’s sad, but you are so strong, and a beautiful soul ❤

[@zoldfenyo7505]

Brave girl, congratulations!

[@NoideaBabe]

Believing in God should be such an overwhelming and AMAZING feeling and NOT a feeling of being trapped. There are such horrible people who think using Gods name to do bad will make everything fine. I just hope people quit thinking that God or anyone who believes are total nuts. Its really not like that.. Not the real people who are genuine and good people at least.

[@matthewkearney9044]

taylor kimball There is no evidence for any God claim.

[@kevinbacon5492]

taylor kimball Agreed. It’s wrong to teach you have to follow these rules to be accepted into heaven. We’re all sinners so dressing or acting differently doesn’t change that, it’s by the grace of god we’re saved.

[@herstory1012]

Thank you for bravely speaking about your abuse xxx

[@steveflynn5336]

You are an incredibly brave and intelligent woman. Keep up the good fight. You are making a difference.

[@Stephh99]

Being from a county where the Amish are prevalent, this is really interesting for me

[@memo-fq3ps]

Stephanie where do you live?

[@Stephh99]

me mo Lancaster PA

[@RowanWarren78]

Every religion and religious sect/denomination thinks they are the only ones who aren't destined for an eternity in Hell. It would be comical, if it weren't so hateful, regressive, and cruel.

[@danasmith1165]

MrsPoodle78 -- not true. You have Not personally talked to them all.

[@linnetidone1973]

Good for her! I wish her the best💗🥺

[@brucewilson1958]

Sexual Abuse often appears in social settings where there is isolation and lack of accountability. Secrets and lies. There must be a variety of Amish and Mennonite Communities, depending on the Character of the Leadership.

[@TheNoonie50]

There is no excuse for sex abuse or child molestation ANYWHERE, however, I lived in an Amish community and have Amish friends, and they are lovely! I love spending time with them so much. Their families are close and happy, and they enjoy a simple life, and the community is so supportive of one another. It may not be for everyone, but it is NOT a cult...Give me a break.

[@tirzxh]

It is something

[@danasmith1165]

Noonie57 -- what break do you need ?? They are a cult. Following their traditions will Not get anyone to heaven. But they claim those traditions must be followed to please God. My friends who grew up Amish say they believe they have a special standing with God cause of their lifestyle. They are taught to always make a good presentation to the outsiders that they have it together and to make a good appearance to outsiders. Many are gentle but plenty have cheated us. Heck the one yelled at me so bad and get this -- she trespassed on my property. Hypocrites.

[@maddycorrasa]

She's very brave

[@kendale2003]

I just finished reading Tears of the Silenced on Kindle and I was blown away with this lady's sad, yet remarkable journey.. ♡ }{HUGS TO MISTY}{♡ and # Prayers♡ for all the victims and survivors.. (This was such an eye opener, Thankyou for the awareness!)

[@lorealmadonnamoore9828]

Finally a good story Barcroft!

[@3941602]

She wasnt born Amish her dad was playing dress up.

[@jonathanprime1507]

Ive seen video's of Amish in PA and FL and they were very open and accepting and nice and people could leave at any time

[@ulrichvonliechtenstein6138]

The video doesn't explain it well. But when she was a teenager her and her sister were sent to live with an actual Amish community

[@SNBoomer4ever]

Has barely a 6th grade education...logs on to reddit...🆗️

[@lanielannister]

SNBoomer She mentioned she almost has a nursing degree so I’m pretty sure she learned more since when she got out of the Amish community

[@Filler382]

Reddit pretty much restricts up to 6th grade education. That site is cancer

[@suhkawnit]

So she’ll fit right in, then?

[@krazyd27]

She said "I'm almost have a nursing degree". She still probably has a 3rd grade education.

[@dewuknowHIM]

SNBoomer ... She taught herself everything she needed to start college...smart girl huh.

[@tamarawilson9642]

I’m reading her book now.... I’m glad i am. Such a strong woman.

[@jayaom4946]

Not to lessen this person's experience but I was sexually abused in the "outside world" many times by many different people. When there's the potential case of abuse inside of religions, it always has this kind of focus as if it only goes on inside religions and the outside world is safe. Huh??? I was abused by my father, my stepfather, my mother (who set me up in abusive situations), my dad's neighbor, a massage therapist and a bunch of older men who were on the lookout for teenage girls who weren't being cared for by their parents. Everyone could see how I was struggling but no one did anything. No one offered to help. I felt completely trapped. I had nowhere to go. I married a military man when I was 17 just to get the army's assistance to pay rent. I was taught to be submissive and did not report the abuse. I was afraid what would happen to me. I knew many other young women in similar situations. Her story needs to be told. But it's such a popular story because our culture loves to act superior to other religions/cultures and act like these kind of things don't happen in ours but actually it's much much worse!

[@gardenofroses197]

The problem with sexual abuse in cults specifically is that children are raised being taught only one point of view, not having access to information and outside support, sometimes having little education in general. The abuse is therefore normalized since they have nothing to compare it to. These people are often not allowed to live on their own even as adults, which keeps them under the control of the leaders. Escaping abuse in the "outside world" is hard enough, but being abused within a religious system can make it even harder. Communes are the worst, obviously. It's a shame that even in this land of opportunity, some people live in a cycle of abuse like that and some never get out. Children of all backgrounds, religious or not, should have a chance in life. That is why we all should take it upon ourselves to watch for the warning signs and not turn a blind eye to any sort of evil.

[@GrumbleGamer18]

Kinda reminds me of far cry 5

[@jalenstafford8874]

GrumbleGamer 18 Same.

[@kat4702]

GrumbleGamer 18 the bliss will set you free

[@fatmaouda6022]

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[@la-ia1404]

......

[@Kruz3r]

You're right no comment !

[@fatmaouda6022]

+CruzerHD yes /why

[@Kruz3r]

because the world is fuckd up thats why !

[@fatmaouda6022]

+CruzerHD I'm sorry and I Can't speak English

[@amhunter9619]

I have read your book - it tore at my heart - and when I reached the end I began to realise that your biggest handicap in your life was your damned mother! She truly didn't give a stuff about you, or your sister, you were simply a means to an end; money! I have huge admiration for your bravery and I'm so sorry in the end that your sister didn't have the courage to go with you. But good luck in your nursing career and good luck in the rest of your life!

[@carolebrumbaugh9257]

Her book is a Must Read!!!

[@c4shguy224]

cults that aren’t known as cults: The Amish Jehovah’s witnesses Mormons islam herbalife

[@mariafernandez9263]

HAHAHA HERBALIFE JAJAAJJA

[@ritzcarltonhotel]

Not really, but ok

[@williemorris7706]

And the democratic party are really communists

[@aidahu2862]

im muslim and i can tell you, it's not a cult

[@ti4383]

Mr. Super Fly Cockhampton christians

[@tinabyler3579]

I just saw this video and am so sad people think this is actually true! this is NOT how the Amish live!! Please know that the amish is NOT a cult and it is a way of life! They are Christians who choose to live plainly and if you do not want to continue that lifestyle you can leave without being shunned unless you are baptized and have committed yourself! God Bless whoever reads this!💓

[@BlueMeanie89]

I've just finished reading her book "Tears of the silenced" a very sad but good read. What a brave person!

[@rivershere01]

Her book never mentions if her parents were ever held accountable

[@theycallmelilbuu1766]

I'm amazed that she's alive telling the story cuz don't Amish people be killing people

[@rachelel9087]

no?

[@cheesecakelasagna]

*why arr you rrunning*

[@foxstars8760]

I read the book on Amazon Kindle and it was so good!!

[@adedotun4975]

The real question is are you happy now?

[@hiyesiambanana2310]

She has been spending most her life living in an Amish Paradise

[@JonasFilberg]

Should have done it as soon as you learned to walk.

[@dreasmom2789]

Jonas filberg You don't know much about brain washing. They started to brainwash her even before she was born.

[@michaeldonovan6076]

When life beats you down rise back up and know You've beaten the best life moves and motivates your internal strength to be stronger than ever.

[@camdenhawley5396]

Sickening. A second or third grade education? No real life skills. It's heartbreaking. I'm glad she's out in the world now living her life.

[@My.Lifes.Journey]

What I've found to be true about all these documentaries where people leave their religious upbringing is that, everyone isn't cut out for a religious lifestyle. There are countless people in the world and our views are not going to be the same in all aspects of living. People change religions, social circles, countries, lifestyles and whatever they want when they're ready. As a Muslim, we call this "predestination". I don't know what others may refer to it as, maybe they consider it to be "fate". All religious leaders believe their way is the best. Find what works for you and do that.

[@zoofan9280]

I’m a Muslim and I think the Amish are crazy

[@dreasmom2789]

Dino Fan I think all religion is crazy.

[@jalenstafford8874]

dreas mom Where's the Evidence to back up your claim?

[@iloilee]

Nobody called you a terrorist

[@kevinbacon5492]

Dino Fan Islam oppressed women, adultery in Islam doesn’t just mean cheating. Any form of not being submissive to your husband is considered adultery.

[@zoofan9280]

Kevin Bacon shut up

[@shahrzadpb5973]

Sorry for what she going through but not all the amish the same, I like them cuz they always nice snd smile

[@rachel_espinoza]

Disgusting that the Amish church will allow their abusers to go without consequences.