45 years ago, when I left this organization, I was alone. I eventually attempted suicide. That, and having been bullied all through school, caused your video to speak to me on many levels. THANK YOU, Wally, for this, and for all of your insightful, caring videos. When you broke down, I broke down; nice to know that empathy is still alive and well, and that I can connect emotionally with a person. The ex-JW community on the Internet is literally a life-saving boon for all those now coming out of the cult; no longer do they need to feel so lost, confused, and alone.
@@exjehovahswitness Yes, empathy is alive and well along with sympathy, support for those in need and seeking it. Wally please work on more people who seek support and suckor from this evil OCCULT. Could you and other Y. T. channel operators do segments on various T. V. stations exposing these wolves in sheep's clothing ?? Interviews with those who walked away and those who3 were DfD and why they were DfD with the resulting shunning. For myself I walked away early 1980s even though brought up in this OCCULT. As a suggestion might other Y. T. channel operators be prepared to front cameras for T. V. to expose these modern day Pharisees?? I saw so many acts of blatant hypocrisy and multiple standards. Back stabing and ass licking was not for me. Keep up the good work and may you get the support to expose these "clowns" (??) of the 8 G. B. members.
That's beautiful. Breaks my heart to think of young you. There's was literally a couple of books in the Christian bookshop ....except we were too terrified to go in because "Satan".
My dad called me a week ago, he hadn’t called me in 10 years.. 3 minutes into the call he asked if I was going to meetings. Since I started watching you I’ve had more confidence on defending what I believe in now. I finally had the courage and the words to tell him what I think about this organization, I am really proud of myself for that and thankful to you. You are doing something really good here, my dad does not speak English but he still knows about the whole apostates and RUclips thing, keep making noise 💪🏽
They may take our childhoods. They may take our families. They may take our friends. But we rise from the ashes like a Phoenix, more confident and aware of our worth. ❤️CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR FREEDOM ❤️
Hey, Macy, if your dad speaks Spanish, there’s a good channel for exJW info, called Neri Religion (I think.) There are really good interviews and stuff, and if you play it around your dad, it might wake him up! There are others too, but that one seems a good starter. Background music when you call…👍
@@exjehovahswitness please, by all means use it! I think it's one of these things worth saying. THe outside world is not that bad, nor cruel. You can find all you need there, including true love, true happiness, true fulfillment. And it's up to you where and how exactly do you find it. Also, nothing bad being emotional - coming from a different, arguably softer background I can only imagine what you've been through. Emotions are good, it's part of being human.
Thank you Wally for helping us leave this cult!! You have helped my husband and I very much. We are 4th generation, born ins. Been baptized for 40 years. Just left this past Spring. Trying to heal and you have helped us tremendously.
Congratulations. Just curious. Over those 40 years, how much time did you spend, total, in field service? We're you a pioneer? How many thousands of hours, 4,000, 5,000 hours??? More???
Why should we spend time with those who love Jehovah? Because our associates influence us either positively or negatively. (Pr 13:20) For instance, King Jehoash did “what was right in Jehovah’s eyes” as long as he spent time with High Priest Jehoiada. (2Ch 24:2) After Jehoiada died, Jehoash abandoned Jehovah because of bad association.-2Ch 24:17-19. In the first century C.E., the apostle Paul compared the Christian congregation to “a large house” and members of the congregation to “utensils,” or household implements. We remain “an instrument for an honorable use” when we avoid close association with anyone, even a member of our family or the congregation, who does what displeases Jehovah. (2Ti 2:20, 21) Therefore, may we continue to make friends with those who love Jehovah and who encourage us to serve him. it's not the Organization, you have to bring it up with the bible.
Watchtower teaches us to fear the world, and then throws us at its mercy when we do something they don't approve of. This is cruel beyond words. For most born-ins the organization and our home congregation is our world, and when you're shunned you lose everything, all at once. But as painful as that was it was ABSOLUTELY WORTH IT. Now I have a family of people I've chosen, and who choose me in return. I no longer fear the world, and I no longer hate myself. The freedom to be my true self without needing to hide anything, abandon my needs, or betray myself has me finally at peace. I am finally healing from a life dominated by cult propaganda and religious extremism.
Hey Wally, im sure it took lots of courage and bravery to be vulnerable for us, and we're so proud of you ! You're a huge comfort to many of us, but also give us the strength and knowledge that leaving is the best thing we can do for ourselves. You're right about chosen family, i decided to leave the org and chase my freedom and ive found my chosen family. Its worth it . Congrats btw on 10k ~!
Losing family is a deep wound. It never goes away. But if you hang on through misery, you can build a better life. The hurt becomes so much milder. Use the pain. I promise time and effort brings relief. Just hang on.
@@spartan_warrior5927well said watching wally s videos have left me without agood smile or a happy laugh never. . . I am from the 1975 generation and my own family has broken in two 6 in all. . .
@@johnbrock5668 I’m sorry to hear that. Me and my wife left together and both our immediate family members have cut us out of their lives. But we did it in time to save our kids from getting indoctrinated.
There is nothing too low for WT to try to recruit people into their cult! For me this shows how desperate they are in gaining members due to many leaving and the ineffectiveness of door to door. Wally, you have such a big heart and you are a beautiful gift to the world. It's because of your bravery, compassion and desire for standing up and speaking out against the harmful practices of WT that has given people the courage to leave. Thank you for sharing your knowledge which gives us the power to break free from the fear and guilt imposed on us. Much love, hugs and RESPECT to you Wally!!! THANK YOU THANK AND CONGRATS ON 10K!!🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜🎁🌏✌
@@exjehovahswitness you're not silly, you are authentic! You gave me the freedom to laugh at something I once feared. The world needs more people like you. ✌💜🤗
Wally, great job! This is just disgusting. The watchtower is one of the biggest bullies that there is. They have no business giving advice on that. Thanks so much for bringing this to our attention. I get emotional too when I talk about this with people. My wife and I are both fully awake pimos and we just love your videos. Please keep up the good work. I also loved at the end how you encouraged others not to attack those who unwittingly give commendation to the org. That is counterproductive. We need to keep the high ground. Lots of love from Harrisonburg Va.😁
I usually comment on my “throwaway account”… but your courage to be publicly critical of JWdotORG has made me reevaluate my silence. I rarely speak out, just because I’m embarrassed I ever been associated with JWs. Although, I had a different experience from those who were raised as JWs, I will do my part to spread awareness. ❤️
You are a good man Wally. I have people I love dearly who are stuck in this group and it is painful to see them be so scared. Your content helps me understand them. Thank you.
@@exjehovahswitness Me too buddy. They have been in for 48 years. I think it's too late for them to leave, but they need friends. Love to you and your chosen family.
Why should we spend time with those who love Jehovah? Because our associates influence us either positively or negatively. (Pr 13:20) For instance, King Jehoash did “what was right in Jehovah’s eyes” as long as he spent time with High Priest Jehoiada. (2Ch 24:2) After Jehoiada died, Jehoash abandoned Jehovah because of bad association.-2Ch 24:17-19. In the first century C.E., the apostle Paul compared the Christian congregation to “a large house” and members of the congregation to “utensils,” or household implements. We remain “an instrument for an honorable use” when we avoid close association with anyone, even a member of our family or the congregation, who does what displeases Jehovah. (2Ti 2:20, 21) Therefore, may we continue to make friends with those who love Jehovah and who encourage us to serve him. it's not the Organization, you have to bring it up with the bible.
Aww Wally, wish I could hug you, you’re voice breaking up really got me crying on a Friday morning. We’ve all been through so much pain because of the bullying inside & out from being a part of the cult. I’ve never been happier since I woke up.
I was raised and grew up as a jw. And I agree with you a 100% Wally. I've experienced this. It affects us so much to a point I even attempted to take my life. It's a awful practice. It doesn't help the situation it makes it worse. I've dealt with depression since I was a kid and into my adulthood and when I was in the organization my depression got worse because I felt neglected and judged all the time and alone. So when I got disfellowshipped it sucked but at the sametime my mental health has improved by leaving. And my friends that are not jws are the best most supportive people and have been there for me unlike the ones in the organization. I still struggle with depression but it's a bit better now than before. Thank you Wally for making this video and I hope my family that are still jws see your videos and wake up soon. I hope you have a good day Wally. Sending love from Minnesota.
I recall back in the day jsh had his prophets lay out the scene on a clay tablet to illustrate the point. I wonder if it might be the case now, that Jah decided to use the scenario of the scene of a play with actors to explain his prophecy here in or modern times.
Acts 17:6&7 a fascinating example of what the modern day followers of Christ (two witnesses )continue to do ..putting them first in the queue as the Man of lawlessness in my opinion
Omg, I cried right along with you. I DO NOT regret my decision to leave at all, but I had people to turn to and help me navigate life after JW. I feel so deeply for those who don’t and want to echo Wally’s advice; reach out, don’t feel alone, you are strong and there are people who understand how difficult what you’re doing is and want to help. You can do it! ❤
I've been out 30 years now. And I would NEVER had dreamed they would have produced such a manipulative video. It is like clickbait TV to lure unsuspecting parents onto their web pages. It exactly reminds me of Q-Anon using child sexual abuse memes to lure parents into thinking they are supporting a real cause. Total manipulation! Thanks Wally for posting this, great job.
I felt your pain my friend and I can't believe they had the unmitigated gall to try to give advice on bullying when they practice it to the nth degree! Anyway I'm proud of the activist work that you do ....keep your head up and keep exposing these frauds and clowns!!🙏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👍🏽👊🏽👌🏾
This video make me cry cause I am going through the same thing. ALL MY FAMILY abandoned me. Thanks to that i now I have to be under medication for my severe depression. I know exactly how you feel. You have a friend here
So sorry for you. I believe there is something good out there in the universe. We have to stayed connected to that goodness and to each like minded souls 💕
I’m so sorry for the pain you’re going through. Please know that it does get better ❤️🩹 No matter what anyone says/thinks about you, YOU are worthy of love. Your family has to figure out their own lives, and each person has to live with their own choices (even if that choice is to let an organization make their choices for them). Keep taking care of yourself and make sure your therapist understands the dynamics of this organization that you’ve left. Listen to meditations that focus on self worth, your own inner strength, and healing your inner child. There are tons of great meditations on RUclips. When you show up for yourself, you are never abandoned.
THIS WILL ALSO GIVE YOU TEARS, and This will also be an eye opener, you Modern-day apostates, display characteristics similar to those of the Devil. Their mind may be poisoned by a critical attitude toward individuals in the congregations, Christian elders, or the Governing Body. Some apostates oppose the use of the divine name, Jehovah. They are not interested in learning about Jehovah or in serving him. Like their father, Satan, apostates target people of integrity. (John 8:44 Satan and those under his influence often mix lies with truths in an attempt to undermine our faith. (2Co 11:3) For example, the Assyrians used half-truths and outright lies to discourage Jehovah’s people. (2Ch 32:10-15) Apostates use similar tactics today. How should we react to apostate teachings? Treat them as the poison they are! Never read them, reply to them, or repeat them. Be quick to detect information that is designed to raise doubts about Jehovah and his organization-and reject it!-Jude 3, 4. (Romans 16:17) Now I urge you, brothers, to keep your eye on those who create divisions and causes for stumbling contrary to the teaching that you have learned, and avoid them. (Acts 20:30) and from among you yourselves men will rise and speak twisted things to draw away the disciples after themselves. Apostates like yourself enjoy mocking others. (Ps. 123:4) The Bible warned that in the last days, there would be no shortage of ridiculers. (2 Pet. 3:3, 4) Like the sons-in-law of righteous Lot, some people today pay no attention to divine warnings. (Gen. 19:14) Many laugh at those who live by Bible principles. The ridiculers are motivated by “their own desires for ungodly things.” (Jude 7, 17, 18) If anyone who professes to serve God relies on his own ideas instead of adhering to the Bible and if his teaching does not ‘accord with godly devotion,’ thus failing to reflect the teacher’s devotion to God, he becomes “mentally diseased.” (1Ti 6:3, 4) also read Romans 1:28
It is one of the worst place's I've ever heard of. Your doing a great job with your work and your honesty. Thanks for geting out and welcome home. And as for the rest of you PIMO folks. Now its your turn too head for the door.
It’s rich to hear him saying that children need to learn how to take criticism… if you dare to openly criticize the borg you’ll get shunned (aka bullying) 🙄
As a victim of covered up child abuse from this cult, this pisses me off. Seeing the organization that hurt me go out there on TV playing moral crusaders. Just sick. Their actions caused the suicide of my teenage brother so when they mention bullying and suicide that boils my blood. Disgusting.
Why should we spend time with those who love Jehovah? Because our associates influence us either positively or negatively. (Pr 13:20) For instance, King Jehoash did “what was right in Jehovah’s eyes” as long as he spent time with High Priest Jehoiada. (2Ch 24:2) After Jehoiada died, Jehoash abandoned Jehovah because of bad association.-2Ch 24:17-19. In the first century C.E., the apostle Paul compared the Christian congregation to “a large house” and members of the congregation to “utensils,” or household implements. We remain “an instrument for an honorable use” when we avoid close association with anyone, even a member of our family or the congregation, who does what displeases Jehovah. (2Ti 2:20, 21) Therefore, may we continue to make friends with those who love Jehovah and who encourage us to serve him. it's not the Organization, you have to bring it up with the bible.
Great video! It doesn’t matter how long your out it still hits us in the emotions when we give to much thought to what they’ve taken from us. I’m 44 and still struggling with adapting to life on the outside. Been out for about 2-1/2 years. I’m not disfellowshipped and my parents haven’t officially shunned me and my fam but I get a text or call every now and then basically seeing if I’m alive. That’s how it feels anyhow. It’s not easy and I find myself cussing at my phone watching clips of their videos. Keep it up!
@@ellegee4683 Initially when we let my parents know how much our lives changed after walking away, they said they were shunning us. I asked point blank if that's what was happening. Then a month or so later, my mom texts to check in, and I don't reply, when i do, I said, I was trying to be respectful of their stance. "Well it all such a shock when you told us, so no we're not." Make up your goddamned minds. So now its the proof of life calls. What ever makes them sleep at night I guess.
Putin needs people from this news media station to give him some positive feed back. Throw a few rubuls at them Vlad and they will make you out to be a Saint! All it takes is some folding money!
Excellent video. Well done. Thank you for doing this. I have two biological brothers that are JW elders in the organization for decades. They are lost in utter darkness and don't know it. I pray they wake up. Thank you again.
Wally- we love you sooooooo much. you have such a good heart. and you’re so right, so right. the damage this cult has done to us will NOT go unnoticed and unpunished by God. Please believe that.
Wally thank you for sharing this information. I just can't believe that they don't realize that they are the biggest bully out there. Talk about hypocrisy😤😤
In another news broadcast, 4 men are facing child child sex abuses charges. One of the 3 men offed himself in the bathroom before being taken into police custody.
Hey Wally, listen up, you're a great guy and i really appreciate what you're doing here. I have recently 'woken up' so to speak and i'm comfortable enough now to have my name uncensored for all to see here. I'm not 'fully out' yet but i'm ghosting these guys. I understand your pain completely, but I am heartfelt by your videos and i can tell you that my direct household and family in law are all free from their chains and it's mind-boggling to discover what the real truth is. So thank you for your videos. Big Hugs. You're still a brother to me!
This will also be an eye opener to you Modern-day apostates, you display characteristics similar to those of the Devil. Their mind may be poisoned by a critical attitude toward individuals in the congregations, Christian elders, or the Governing Body. Some apostates oppose the use of the divine name, Jehovah. They are not interested in learning about Jehovah or in serving him. Like their father, Satan, apostates target people of integrity. (John 8:44 Satan and those under his influence often mix lies with truths in an attempt to undermine our faith. (2Co 11:3) For example, the Assyrians used half-truths and outright lies to discourage Jehovah’s people. (2Ch 32:10-15) Apostates use similar tactics today. How should we react to apostate teachings? Treat them as the poison they are! Never read them, reply to them, or repeat them. Be quick to detect information that is designed to raise doubts about Jehovah and his organization-and reject it!-Jude 3, 4. (Romans 16:17) Now I urge you, brothers, to keep your eye on those who create divisions and causes for stumbling contrary to the teaching that you have learned, and avoid them. (Acts 20:30) and from among you yourselves men will rise and speak twisted things to draw away the disciples after themselves. Apostates like yourself enjoy mocking others. (Ps. 123:4) The Bible warned that in the last days, there would be no shortage of ridiculers. (2 Pet. 3:3, 4) Like the sons-in-law of righteous Lot, some people today pay no attention to divine warnings. (Gen. 19:14) Many laugh at those who live by Bible principles. The ridiculers are motivated by “their own desires for ungodly things.” (Jude 7, 17, 18) If anyone who professes to serve God relies on his own ideas instead of adhering to the Bible and if his teaching does not ‘accord with godly devotion,’ thus failing to reflect the teacher’s devotion to God, he becomes “mentally diseased.” (1Ti 6:3, 4) also read Romans 1:28
@@manoahvanderwolf3259 What are talking about Willis? you are the paranoid one due to the upcoming eternal non existence condition that awaits from the wrath of the Almighty God
@@alexshatner3907 you afraid to wake up bro? i feel sorry for you bro, you don't know how much help you need. time to wake up and understand you're a victim
Wally, you are always authentic, sensitive and have a good, realistic view of the topic of your RUclips videos. Not all sheeps will wake up, but those who succeed will also get the necessary information and enlightenment from you. A great effort by just one person, Thanks. 👏
Your raw emotion was powerful. And jws have the gall to speak so wickedly about former jws, when we are in fact, profoundly hurt and brokenhearted by this monstrous organization. Thank you for your courage.
hate doesn't work. Spitting vitriol doesn't work. Threating people is evil! I hope people will send them kindly written emails and hopefully we can gain some traction on raising public awareness
This INFURIATES ME! That organization is the BIGGEST bully of them all! I’ve left over twenty years ago, and still get bullied by folks still in the religion. 😡
Why should we spend time with those who love Jehovah? Because our associates influence us either positively or negatively. (Pr 13:20) For instance, King Jehoash did “what was right in Jehovah’s eyes” as long as he spent time with High Priest Jehoiada. (2Ch 24:2) After Jehoiada died, Jehoash abandoned Jehovah because of bad association.-2Ch 24:17-19. In the first century C.E., the apostle Paul compared the Christian congregation to “a large house” and members of the congregation to “utensils,” or household implements. We remain “an instrument for an honorable use” when we avoid close association with anyone, even a member of our family or the congregation, who does what displeases Jehovah. (2Ti 2:20, 21) Therefore, may we continue to make friends with those who love Jehovah and who encourage us to serve him. it's not the Organization, you have to bring it up with the bible.
Wally, I usually don’t comment on videos, but I was moved by your emotional response and personal experience. I am of an older generation than you, and don’t always connect to the way some content is presented. However I am a mom whose daughter was disfellowshipped at age 15 for was was a crime, not a sin on her part. Watching the effects of disfellowshipping had on our daughter and family, was the most excruciating thing that we have experienced. I live in the PNW. If you ever need a mom, I’m here for you. Would love to meet you and introduce you to my family. I love the work you are doing and that it connects with a younger generation that could be the undoing of an organization that is the epitome of what a real bully is. I will definitely be messaging the station.
Thank you for this video! It really hits hard, because I ran away from home at 17. I'm shunned now, at 46, but much happier. My kids will never have to deal with this cult. My entire family are still inside the Watchtower cult. Thank you for bringing up their hypocrisy, so that more people become aware of it
Wally, big hug I love your positive attitude. There is a lot of pain we carry, by doing what you do you make it easier to get by…your an amazing human! Thank you for your hard work!
Wally my heart was breaking when I left your video. The very next thing that came on was 4 JW elders were just arrested in Pennsylvania!!! I hope the news programs are back to back on TV!!!
@@freespirit3891 He knew he was molesting kids, and God knows who else. I feel sorry for his family who might have some backlash from what he did. It was selfish of him to commit suicide. But God has taken care of him now and is where he ought to be 🔥.
You really touch my heart ❤️. You are absolutely helping those who are downhearted because of the pain of being in and then leaving the JW organization and being rejected by their only community. I’m 4th generation JW and the only one who has “fallen out of the truth”. I have found purpose in other areas of my life but I hate that I can’t have a family relationship and that it is such a surface “health issues only” back and forth. I left when I realized the potential and negative impact on my own children as they grew up, so I pulled the plug. Pain comes with growth. Comfort (that false friend), is too easy. It’s important to face the pain, as you have and do. A lot of us, stand in that same pain. And soon, others will follow! Keep pushing through the pain because your diamond is truth.
@@exjehovahswitness not until they're old and no else around to help them. ( physically or financially) Funny how the jw family they kept starts to avoid them. Seen it many times.
Why should we spend time with those who love Jehovah? Because our associates influence us either positively or negatively. (Pr 13:20) For instance, King Jehoash did “what was right in Jehovah’s eyes” as long as he spent time with High Priest Jehoiada. (2Ch 24:2) After Jehoiada died, Jehoash abandoned Jehovah because of bad association.-2Ch 24:17-19. In the first century C.E., the apostle Paul compared the Christian congregation to “a large house” and members of the congregation to “utensils,” or household implements. We remain “an instrument for an honorable use” when we avoid close association with anyone, even a member of our family or the congregation, who does what displeases Jehovah. (2Ti 2:20, 21) Therefore, may we continue to make friends with those who love Jehovah and who encourage us to serve him. it's not the Organization, you have to bring it up with the bible.
This is so insane. Ha ha, as a former JW in the eighties and nineties, when we (individual members) admittedly were gray and boring and humdrum, but at least had integrity and morals... they've gone fully off the rails commercial now, as well as being deceiving. It's a sight to see.
yeah some people think they haven't really changed all that much. Maybe things happen in waves. There are now all about cart witnessing and tv/radio ads. Sound like watchtower in 1920's
@@exjehovahswitness Yeah, I guess that's probably true. "The Photo Drama of Creation" was a huge PR thing, and that was at the very beginning. I guess my view of the organization growing up was from a frog's eye view, not a bird's eye view. Within the congregations everything was very non-commercial, the literature was gray and boring (the way we liked it(!)), the kingdom songs were strictly piano or classical orchestra, no "showtunes" or "movie scores", the children's literature was basically the same as for the adults... And we (at least I) really had no clue about the governing body, other than understanding that some people were more prominent than others in the organization. To me (growing up in a small country in Europe), the organization was no where near as "televangical" and commercialized as it is now.
It’s been 43 years and I still remember how it felt to be shunned by everyone I ever knew. The family that was built around a congregation. I remember what it was like to leave home at 16. I remember the few and far between arm length conversations with my parent. That I was the one who left. It was on me not the society. Breaking up families and shunning is the very epitome of bullying Thank you Wally for your video. I feel your emotions and we are not alone in this.
This comment really resonated with me. I left 25 years ago and have had a happy life free of the JW shackles. But I have to admit, this brought tears to my eyes because the pain of your parents, friends and family disowning you doesn't really ever go away. The Watchtower are wicked bullies themselves. What a joke they promote themselves as an authority on the prevention of bullying.
Awww Wally!! This was such a great video!! But you're so right. Anyone who is afraid to leave should know that they are strong & they can make it out on their own. The org are big bullies themselves!
Walllllyyy!!! I’m over here crying because this by far of all your videos gutted me. Always being secluded an isolated as a kid and the abuse I endure during school and how I had to go to a jw school to escape the torment! I totally discuss this in therapy. Part of who I am has to do how I was raised as a witness ❤😭😭😭😭❤️🩹we are seen and we are loved regardless of not believing anymore. Love huh and thank you.
Ah Wally! Weve laughed together, weve cried together! The more we discover the more senseless it is, the more we cant unsee it. Afterall, the truth really does set us free!😂😂💕💕🙏🙏
Thank the laws of the country that they have to put "sponsored" up. In the past, WT paid to put articles in newspapers and they looked real, like Rutherfords time. Good vid Wally!
Thanks Wally. That means alot 🙏🏾 I have been going through alot myself and it is hard everyday to say it is going to be ok when things go smooth for a while then bam problem after problem....i still would not go back to the organization just despite everything going on 😅
Thank you for a great video.. so many of us growing up as a jw can totally relate to the bullying and the effect it has. I could sense how personal this was for you as well. Really like your channel and content.
😭 we really do need to support eachother 😔 after this kind of heartbreaking life-altering experience, we can be left feeling so alone and worthless. If you have escaped this cult there are so many people in your corner and proud of your strength. We have so much love and compassion for others, thats why we got out. ❤️ I am so proud of all of us
I ❤️ you Wally!! You are such a great person and so helpful to so many... you have a huge family now and unconditional love!! Thank you so much for addressing this and putting this out for so many to see. Keep up your great comments!!
Wally, your channel is growing and growing- i am so proud of you! you are blessed. And i know you are weeping for those who are still trapped in this dangerous cult- they are trapped just for being born! . It’s sad and so incredibly tragic., but the good news is, WT is collapsing- everyday the gb is exposed for the evil that it is. and some day, when this cult is gone, and it WILL be gone, we will look back and not even remember its name.
thank you so much for your support! I really enjoy seeing everyone that was here when we only had 500 subs still around. There are probably about 10-20 of you still here and I think it is so cool that you have stuck with me as I have gotten better.
@@exjehovahswitness you’re my favorite exjw you tuber. you’re real. you don’t hide who you are, i love your comic relief, and you’re not overly critical. When i first left WT in May of 2021, i was very angry and i wanted to ьцгп down Warwick- it took a long time to get through that phase, and i’m still not completely there- i admire how you treat these issues with the respect and balance they deserve. I’ll always be your supporter- as long as i’m here! haha 🤍
I have been watching your videos for a while now. You are kind, funny, caring & loving. I realize how difficult it is for you to watch the JW videos. Stay happy & if I am able i want to call you 'MY FRIEND' then that would be a privilege. Thank you
Well done Wally your raw passion for the manipulation of jw org shines through as always. Those that feel your pain know. I hope you reach just one more person with this youtube video. Love and hope to all ❤️💙💚
Oh my gosh! The wt are bullies themselves! WoW! They're all about death and destruction! Thank you Wally. You're doing amazing work to show the truth. 👍👍
Yoo walle; I’m Andy from Connecticut used to go to the Kingdom Hall in Spanish but left the cult a few years ago, and OMG watchtower bullies people soo bad and your videos are awesome and very informative for people leaving
Wally, you have a huge heart of gold!!! On the other side, whoever or whatever "PR" only doubles down how out of touch JW's are. I would love to see some on the "left" watch their sorry cartoon videos. Or any sane parent who wants the best for their kids. There will be some backlash to the Org for this, no doubt. Like you've said, Wally, NO ONE THERE IS QUALIFIED IN ANY WAY TO HELP WITH MENTAL ISSUES.
@@exjehovahswitness I wanted to personally thank you for your bravery and for speaking out for all of us. I know we all have the ability and that we all feel the same but I appreciate your determination and research and hard work. It really does make a difference!!
Just curious can the "supportive ex JW community" of our modern time now save each other from death, due to cancer, mortal diseases, tragic accidents, and in due time Armageddon?., Because during the days of Noah every one that did not listen to the warnings of Noah, among them there were also rebellious, mockers like yourself, mentally ill that became adversaries of the almighty Jehovah God, and among themselves they also had a big of supportive community, that would give each other encouragement, " Hey, hang in there were all going to be all right, were all supporting each other" and as far as I know they all perished in the flood including children. So does this so called "supportive ex JW community" offer consolation, life support, Financial help, salvation from death, removal of pain and suffering and so forth. As a matter of fact the new enlightened understanding we received this past December Watch Tower's study 2022 is that Apostates and people who have left the truth will be abolished by the wrath of God from this earth, not in what we had previously thought, Armageddon, but during the upcoming Great tribulation. Armageddon will only serve to abolishment the world governments and false religion that try to persecute Jehovah's true servants.
Wally I absolutely love your channel and your insights are always so on point. But most of all I come here because of your heart. You are so genuine in your desire to help people and I hope you know what a difference you’re making. Keep up the good work and never be afraid to show that beautiful heart of yours 💛
@@martinthomas6393 they just give a darn that the law of the land (depending on where you live) says you must take care of your child to a certain age. We we told to obey the law of the landp
This is utterly disgusting! More and more they show how hypocritical they are. I am now 60 and still ignored by my family. They have no clue, they are so blinded to true love. It's definitely not what they promote. Thank you Wally!!! We love you!!!
This really breaks my heart. To see an entire group of people in a cult and not be able to help them. If your channel helps just one person to get free of this cult then it will all be worth it. Keep up the good work!
And if you continue watching that video about the girl who got disfellowshipped, you’ll notice when she decides to come back, the reason that she gave was because she missed her family and fellowship with her friends. She did not come back because she felt sorry for what she did and loved Jehovah and wanted to come back to worship him. That wasn’t even brought up as one of the reasons she came back. Shows how messed up all of this is. No one comes back to this organization because of Jehovah. They come back Because of family.
By far this is the best video I've seen on the subject. Everything you've said is spot on about this organization. I enjoy all your videos, but this one here touches home.
I've told this story before, but as a JEHOVAH KID I got some bullying in school. One day I had enough and I punched the kid in the neck four times. I thought I was gonna get the crap beat out of me but he just stared at me in surprise, and waited until I, like an inexperienced idiot, turned my back and then hit me on the top of my head, then proceeded to threaten me. So I went to my dad and he read me the scripture from St Paul about being peaceable with all men was far as it depends upon you. He told me, but if this kid won't be peaceable make sure you punch him in the nose, his eyes will water and he won't be able to see then you can finish him. In the early 80s my dad got bullied off the elder body because a business deal between him and another elder went bad. He eventually quit going to meetings and grew his business and my brother and I are still running it today. It's hilarious and sad that watchtower thinks they can utter one damn word about bullying.
@@exjehovahswitness I'm getting a lot better, thanks for asking. Heart is still skipping beats and I have a surgery coming up in a few weeks but I've completely quit smoking and drinking and even candy lol.
WOW I AM SPEECHLESS To see that on TV is CRAZY!! I wish soooo badly I wasn't as dirt poor as I am LOL🤫 But if I was a MILLIONAIRE I would make TV Commercials, Billboard Ads, everything I could think of, to WARN THE WORLD of the dangers of this brainwashing CULT!!! Great Video my friend you always do awesome work!!!😁😎
Hey thanks how are you if you see this? yeah a few people have asked if maybe it was possible to make our own apostate version. I like the idea but not entirely sure if any org's would agree. I think it would get less views than our YT vids as well so not sure if it is even worth the money.
@@exjehovahswitness I don't know, every Ex JW show that has been on TV has got quite a lot of views! Watchtower must know something we don't or they wouldn't be spending all this money to be on all these news stations! Have you seen how many different news stations they have been on??? It's ridiculous!!! The biggest problem I have seen among "Wordly" people is they think the JW's are kind of looney but they aren't hurting anyone. I get soooo many comments from non JW's who do not understand why I am being so harsh on them, it AMAZES me that people have No Idea how dangerous this Cult is and the amount of JW's that die each year from refusing blood AND they have NO IDEA about the C.S.A. so we somehow need to up our game and get the word out more to people who have never been a JW because they have no idea they know that they are a Cult but don't realize people are being hurt and dyeing from being members!!! I don't know if it would be worth it or not but I think we do need to louden our voices somehow!!👍😁😎
It take less than 5 minutes to send the station a message. That's all I am going to say. kdvr.com/contact/contact-form-colorados-own-channel-2-kwgn/
Ooooooh, I love this idea. I am so on it.
Done ✔️
If we start a letter-writting campaign perhaps they'll redact this infuriating hurtful propeganda.
Done ✅
Done!
45 years ago, when I left this organization, I was alone. I eventually attempted suicide. That, and having been bullied all through school, caused your video to speak to me on many levels. THANK YOU, Wally, for this, and for all of your insightful, caring videos. When you broke down, I broke down; nice to know that empathy is still alive and well, and that I can connect emotionally with a person. The ex-JW community on the Internet is literally a life-saving boon for all those now coming out of the cult; no longer do they need to feel so lost, confused, and alone.
Empathy is alive and well! We need to be because the people walking out of the organization need that
This breaks my heart to hear stories like this
Absolutely ❤
@@exjehovahswitness
Yes, empathy is alive and well along with sympathy, support for those in need and seeking it.
Wally please work on more people who seek support and suckor from this evil OCCULT.
Could you and other Y. T. channel operators do segments on various T. V. stations exposing these wolves in sheep's clothing ??
Interviews with those who walked away and those who3 were DfD and why they were DfD with the resulting shunning.
For myself I walked away early 1980s even though brought up in this OCCULT.
As a suggestion might other Y. T. channel operators be prepared to front cameras for T. V. to expose these modern day Pharisees??
I saw so many acts of blatant hypocrisy and multiple standards.
Back stabing and ass licking was not for me.
Keep up the good work and may you get the support to expose these "clowns" (??) of the 8 G. B. members.
That's beautiful. Breaks my heart to think of young you. There's was literally a couple of books in the Christian bookshop ....except we were too terrified to go in because "Satan".
My dad called me a week ago, he hadn’t called me in 10 years.. 3 minutes into the call he asked if I was going to meetings.
Since I started watching you I’ve had more confidence on defending what I believe in now. I finally had the courage and the words to tell him what I think about this organization, I am really proud of myself for that and thankful to you.
You are doing something really good here, my dad does not speak English but he still knows about the whole apostates and RUclips thing, keep making noise 💪🏽
wow! good for you on speaking up! feels good doesn't it
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They may take our childhoods. They may take our families. They may take our friends. But we rise from the ashes like a Phoenix, more confident and aware of our worth. ❤️CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR FREEDOM ❤️
Wonderful for you Maycy! 😊👍🏼❤️
Hey, Macy, if your dad speaks Spanish, there’s a good channel for exJW info, called Neri Religion (I think.) There are really good interviews and stuff, and if you play it around your dad, it might wake him up! There are others too, but that one seems a good starter. Background music when you call…👍
Disfellowshipping is the best thing for an apostate. It removes them from the toxic environment of Jehovah.
No one does hypocrisy like WickedTower. This was painful to watch. Thank you for putting your heart on the line to bring it to us 💕
I will always put my heart on the line
It's literally one of the most incredible things ever. As bad as first amendment frauditors and flat earthers.
Yep, brought to us by the biggest bullies of all 🤣
They try to destroy those who leave and then they lie about it. There is life after watchtower. Thank you for your work💜
you are very welcome
I'd say this is true for most if not all high control groups: there is life after them. I'd even say the life exists outside of them.
I like that. "life" exists outside of them
@@exjehovahswitness please, by all means use it! I think it's one of these things worth saying. THe outside world is not that bad, nor cruel. You can find all you need there, including true love, true happiness, true fulfillment. And it's up to you where and how exactly do you find it.
Also, nothing bad being emotional - coming from a different, arguably softer background I can only imagine what you've been through. Emotions are good, it's part of being human.
@@KPW2137 So right about life existis outside of them. . . .it s them that need us to exist for them
Thank you Wally for helping us leave this cult!! You have helped my husband and I very much. We are 4th generation, born ins. Been baptized for 40 years. Just left this past Spring. Trying to heal and you have helped us tremendously.
I am glad to hear that! We all need each other
Yeah, what she said.
We love you Wally
Congratulations! Now enjoy this beautiful life! I am so happy for you! I know what you have been through.
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Congratulations. Just curious. Over those 40 years, how much time did you spend, total, in field service? We're you a pioneer? How many thousands of hours, 4,000, 5,000 hours??? More???
I’ve cried those tears too, Wally. I feel your pain, and too anyone seeing this… much love and positive energy 🤍🤍🤍
yes we need all the positive energy we can manifest
Excellent Max Williams
Why should we spend time with those who love Jehovah? Because our associates influence us either positively or negatively. (Pr 13:20) For instance, King Jehoash did “what was right in Jehovah’s eyes” as long as he spent time with High Priest Jehoiada. (2Ch 24:2) After Jehoiada died, Jehoash abandoned Jehovah because of bad association.-2Ch 24:17-19.
In the first century C.E., the apostle Paul compared the Christian congregation to “a large house” and members of the congregation to “utensils,” or household implements. We remain “an instrument for an honorable use” when we avoid close association with anyone, even a member of our family or the congregation, who does what displeases Jehovah. (2Ti 2:20, 21) Therefore, may we continue to make friends with those who love Jehovah and who encourage us to serve him. it's not the Organization, you have to bring it up with the bible.
Watchtower teaches us to fear the world, and then throws us at its mercy when we do something they don't approve of. This is cruel beyond words. For most born-ins the organization and our home congregation is our world, and when you're shunned you lose everything, all at once. But as painful as that was it was ABSOLUTELY WORTH IT. Now I have a family of people I've chosen, and who choose me in return. I no longer fear the world, and I no longer hate myself. The freedom to be my true self without needing to hide anything, abandon my needs, or betray myself has me finally at peace. I am finally healing from a life dominated by cult propaganda and religious extremism.
Excellent points
Hey Wally, im sure it took lots of courage and bravery to be vulnerable for us, and we're so proud of you ! You're a huge comfort to many of us, but also give us the strength and knowledge that leaving is the best thing we can do for ourselves. You're right about chosen family, i decided to leave the org and chase my freedom and ive found my chosen family. Its worth it . Congrats btw on 10k ~!
Thank you so much!
Losing family is a deep wound. It never goes away. But if you hang on through misery, you can build a better life. The hurt becomes so much milder. Use the pain. I promise time and effort brings relief. Just hang on.
Seriously you will never know how many people you have helped to wake up. You don’t know how much we appreciate you bro.
@@spartan_warrior5927well said watching wally s videos have left me without agood smile or a happy laugh never. . . I am from the 1975 generation and my own family has broken in two 6 in all. . .
@@johnbrock5668 I’m sorry to hear that. Me and my wife left together and both our immediate family members have cut us out of their lives. But we did it in time to save our kids from getting indoctrinated.
There is nothing too low for WT to try to recruit people into their cult! For me this shows how desperate they are in gaining members due to many leaving and the ineffectiveness of door to door. Wally, you have such a big heart and you are a beautiful gift to the world. It's because of your bravery, compassion and desire for standing up and speaking out against the harmful practices of WT that has given people the courage to leave. Thank you for sharing your knowledge which gives us the power to break free from the fear and guilt imposed on us. Much love, hugs and RESPECT to you Wally!!! THANK YOU THANK AND CONGRATS ON 10K!!🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜🎁🌏✌
🍃⚘️AGREED!⚘️🍃
Wally has a beautiful caring heart. He's what the people need when they leave the cult.
thank you so much! you guys are so kind to this silly little guy
@@exjehovahswitness you're not silly, you are authentic! You gave me the freedom to laugh at something I once feared. The world needs more people like you. ✌💜🤗
@@exjehovahswitness 🤗
@@lovefaith6285 to me too you gave me the freedom to laugh at something i once feared . . . remember samuel herd armagedon in just five minutes
Wally, great job! This is just disgusting. The watchtower is one of the biggest bullies that there is. They have no business giving advice on that. Thanks so much for bringing this to our attention. I get emotional too when I talk about this with people. My wife and I are both fully awake pimos and we just love your videos. Please keep up the good work. I also loved at the end how you encouraged others not to attack those who unwittingly give commendation to the org. That is counterproductive. We need to keep the high ground. Lots of love from Harrisonburg Va.😁
I usually comment on my “throwaway account”… but your courage to be publicly critical of JWdotORG has made me reevaluate my silence. I rarely speak out, just because I’m embarrassed I ever been associated with JWs. Although, I had a different experience from those who were raised as JWs, I will do my part to spread awareness. ❤️
that's amazing! welcome to the great apostate army
Good on you, Laura. I comment publicly and it was difficult at first but the WT is just as powerful as the boogeyman: it's the power we give him.
@@MoureeneTaylor thank you 😊
Same here Laura. JWs don't see that the organization is a satanic cult.
You are a good man Wally. I have people I love dearly who are stuck in this group and it is painful to see them be so scared. Your content helps me understand them. Thank you.
thank you! I hope they see the light some day soon
@@exjehovahswitness Me too buddy. They have been in for 48 years. I think it's too late for them to leave, but they need friends. Love to you and your chosen family.
The hypocrisy of this paid for advertisement is staggering.
I still am in shock
Why should we spend time with those who love Jehovah? Because our associates influence us either positively or negatively. (Pr 13:20) For instance, King Jehoash did “what was right in Jehovah’s eyes” as long as he spent time with High Priest Jehoiada. (2Ch 24:2) After Jehoiada died, Jehoash abandoned Jehovah because of bad association.-2Ch 24:17-19.
In the first century C.E., the apostle Paul compared the Christian congregation to “a large house” and members of the congregation to “utensils,” or household implements. We remain “an instrument for an honorable use” when we avoid close association with anyone, even a member of our family or the congregation, who does what displeases Jehovah. (2Ti 2:20, 21) Therefore, may we continue to make friends with those who love Jehovah and who encourage us to serve him. it's not the Organization, you have to bring it up with the bible.
Well said Wally. Thank you so much for your hard work and sincerity. Love you!!💖
you are very welcome
Aww Wally, wish I could hug you, you’re voice breaking up really got me crying on a Friday morning.
We’ve all been through so much pain because of the bullying inside & out from being a part of the cult.
I’ve never been happier since I woke up.
We all need some hugs on Friday mornings! Thaks and glad you are happier than ever
Have a great weekend 💜
I was raised and grew up as a jw. And I agree with you a 100% Wally. I've experienced this. It affects us so much to a point I even attempted to take my life. It's a awful practice. It doesn't help the situation it makes it worse. I've dealt with depression since I was a kid and into my adulthood and when I was in the organization my depression got worse because I felt neglected and judged all the time and alone. So when I got disfellowshipped it sucked but at the sametime my mental health has improved by leaving. And my friends that are not jws are the best most supportive people and have been there for me unlike the ones in the organization. I still struggle with depression but it's a bit better now than before. Thank you Wally for making this video and I hope my family that are still jws see your videos and wake up soon. I hope you have a good day Wally. Sending love from Minnesota.
wow! thanks for sharing. I hope you have an incredible day as well and don't forget to smile
The sheoerfing style now for real is the one rev 19:15 describes symbolically conspicuous by its absence of the curvy part of the wooden staff..
I recall back in the day jsh had his prophets lay out the scene on a clay tablet to illustrate the point.
I wonder if it might be the case now, that Jah decided to use the scenario of the scene of a play with actors to explain his prophecy here in or modern times.
Acts 17:6&7 a fascinating example of what the modern day followers of Christ (two witnesses )continue to do ..putting them first in the queue as the Man of lawlessness in my opinion
@@compositioncompilation .....?????????
Omg, I cried right along with you. I DO NOT regret my decision to leave at all, but I had people to turn to and help me navigate life after JW. I feel so deeply for those who don’t and want to echo Wally’s advice; reach out, don’t feel alone, you are strong and there are people who understand how difficult what you’re doing is and want to help. You can do it! ❤
it was so scary to leave everything and we need each other.
You are so strong and loved Wally! Keep up the good work! You are making a difference ❤
I've been out 30 years now. And I would NEVER had dreamed they would have produced such a manipulative video. It is like clickbait TV to lure unsuspecting parents onto their web pages. It exactly reminds me of Q-Anon using child sexual abuse memes to lure parents into thinking they are supporting a real cause. Total manipulation! Thanks Wally for posting this, great job.
thank you! this is truly a new low for them
I felt your pain my friend and I can't believe they had the unmitigated gall to try to give advice on bullying when they practice it to the nth degree! Anyway I'm proud of the activist work that you do ....keep your head up and keep exposing these frauds and clowns!!🙏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👍🏽👊🏽👌🏾
This video make me cry cause I am going through the same thing. ALL MY FAMILY abandoned me. Thanks to that i now I have to be under medication for my severe depression. I know exactly how you feel. You have a friend here
we all cry when facing that decision. But we cry together now! and then we laugh together. and then the next cry some more
@@exjehovahswitness better than being constantly depressed in WT. At least now we can express ourselves. Thanks Wally!
So sorry for you. I believe there is something good out there in the universe. We have to stayed connected to that goodness and to each like minded souls 💕
@@exjehovahswitness 👍🏽👍🏽💕👍🏽👍🏽💕
I’m so sorry for the pain you’re going through. Please know that it does get better ❤️🩹 No matter what anyone says/thinks about you, YOU are worthy of love. Your family has to figure out their own lives, and each person has to live with their own choices (even if that choice is to let an organization make their choices for them). Keep taking care of yourself and make sure your therapist understands the dynamics of this organization that you’ve left. Listen to meditations that focus on self worth, your own inner strength, and healing your inner child. There are tons of great meditations on RUclips. When you show up for yourself, you are never abandoned.
Wally, I understand how you feel and I’m having tears with you. Thank you for being here for those who need the support.
I try my best because we all need the support
THIS WILL ALSO GIVE YOU TEARS, and This will also be an eye opener, you Modern-day apostates, display characteristics similar to those of the Devil. Their mind may be poisoned by a critical attitude toward individuals in the congregations, Christian elders, or the Governing Body. Some apostates oppose the use of the divine name, Jehovah. They are not interested in learning about Jehovah or in serving him. Like their father, Satan, apostates target people of integrity. (John 8:44 Satan and those under his influence often mix lies with truths in an attempt to undermine our faith. (2Co 11:3) For example, the Assyrians used half-truths and outright lies to discourage Jehovah’s people. (2Ch 32:10-15) Apostates use similar tactics today. How should we react to apostate teachings? Treat them as the poison they are! Never read them, reply to them, or repeat them. Be quick to detect information that is designed to raise doubts about Jehovah and his organization-and reject it!-Jude 3, 4. (Romans 16:17) Now I urge you, brothers, to keep your eye on those who create divisions and causes for stumbling contrary to the teaching that you have learned, and avoid them. (Acts 20:30) and from among you yourselves men will rise and speak twisted things to draw away the disciples after themselves. Apostates like yourself enjoy mocking others. (Ps. 123:4) The Bible warned that in the last days, there would be no shortage of ridiculers. (2 Pet. 3:3, 4) Like the sons-in-law of righteous Lot, some people today pay no attention to divine warnings. (Gen. 19:14) Many laugh at those who live by Bible principles. The ridiculers are motivated by “their own desires for ungodly things.” (Jude 7, 17, 18) If anyone who professes to serve God relies on his own ideas instead of adhering to the Bible and if his teaching does not ‘accord with godly devotion,’ thus failing to reflect the teacher’s devotion to God, he becomes “mentally diseased.” (1Ti 6:3, 4) also read Romans 1:28
Hey Hold on a god Damn minute! Did they just have a talk that they don’t get involved with social movements?
they sure did
Except when they do...
This was very well made. Making very good points that people who don't know how the JW organization operates. Thank you for this video Wally
You're very welcome
It is one of the worst place's I've ever heard of. Your doing a great job with your work and your honesty. Thanks for geting out and welcome home. And as for the rest of you PIMO folks. Now its your turn too head for the door.
head to the door but do so in a way that is safe and healthy for you
It’s rich to hear him saying that children need to learn how to take criticism… if you dare to openly criticize the borg you’ll get shunned (aka bullying) 🙄
yeah that was so annoying
Watchtower are the experts at bullying. so gross for so many ways for them to be on the news like this.
As a victim of covered up child abuse from this cult, this pisses me off. Seeing the organization that hurt me go out there on TV playing moral crusaders. Just sick. Their actions caused the suicide of my teenage brother so when they mention bullying and suicide that boils my blood. Disgusting.
I am so sorry! That is horrible.
💔 it's not easy, but hope you have gotten better over time 🕊️& 💜
Why should we spend time with those who love Jehovah? Because our associates influence us either positively or negatively. (Pr 13:20) For instance, King Jehoash did “what was right in Jehovah’s eyes” as long as he spent time with High Priest Jehoiada. (2Ch 24:2) After Jehoiada died, Jehoash abandoned Jehovah because of bad association.-2Ch 24:17-19.
In the first century C.E., the apostle Paul compared the Christian congregation to “a large house” and members of the congregation to “utensils,” or household implements. We remain “an instrument for an honorable use” when we avoid close association with anyone, even a member of our family or the congregation, who does what displeases Jehovah. (2Ti 2:20, 21) Therefore, may we continue to make friends with those who love Jehovah and who encourage us to serve him. it's not the Organization, you have to bring it up with the bible.
Great video! It doesn’t matter how long your out it still hits us in the emotions when we give to much thought to what they’ve taken from us. I’m 44 and still struggling with adapting to life on the outside. Been out for about 2-1/2 years. I’m not disfellowshipped and my parents haven’t officially shunned me and my fam but I get a text or call every now and then basically seeing if I’m alive. That’s how it feels anyhow. It’s not easy and I find myself cussing at my phone watching clips of their videos. Keep it up!
you should have seen some of my takes! slamming my desk swearing! then I thought, "well I probably need to cut that out."
@@ellegee4683 Initially when we let my parents know how much our lives changed after walking away, they said they were shunning us. I asked point blank if that's what was happening. Then a month or so later, my mom texts to check in, and I don't reply, when i do, I said, I was trying to be respectful of their stance. "Well it all such a shock when you told us, so no we're not." Make up your goddamned minds. So now its the proof of life calls. What ever makes them sleep at night I guess.
This is so exceptionally tragic and heart-rending.
it really is
Putin needs people from this news media station to give him some positive feed back. Throw a few rubuls at them Vlad and they will make you out to be a Saint! All it takes is some folding money!
Excellent video. Well done. Thank you for doing this. I have two biological brothers that are JW elders in the organization for decades. They are lost in utter darkness and don't know it. I pray they wake up. Thank you again.
Bullying…Name calling: “babies are enemies of God” - Stephen Lett.
that doesn't sound like something mr lett would say. sounds more like an apostate lie to me
@@exjehovahswitness hahaha, well, thank goodness we have the only reliable source, the org’s website to confirm it’s not “fake news.”
Wally- we love you sooooooo much. you have such a good heart. and you’re so right, so right. the damage this cult has done to us will NOT go unnoticed and unpunished by God. Please believe that.
Wally thank you for sharing this information. I just can't believe that they don't realize that they are the biggest bully out there. Talk about hypocrisy😤😤
yeah zero self awareness
Thank you, for all that you do my brother. Much love ❤️
You are so welcome
seeing you cry really hit me thank you. I appriciate youre work im sadly still in this cult i wish i could just leave
Step one is complete and you should be proud of that. having time to plan your exit and start laying the foundation is important
In another news broadcast, 4 men are facing child child sex abuses charges. One of the 3 men offed himself in the bathroom before being taken into police custody.
From Pennsylvania
yeah I saw that! huge story
Hey Wally, listen up, you're a great guy and i really appreciate what you're doing here. I have recently 'woken up' so to speak and i'm comfortable enough now to have my name uncensored for all to see here. I'm not 'fully out' yet but i'm ghosting these guys. I understand your pain completely, but I am heartfelt by your videos and i can tell you that my direct household and family in law are all free from their chains and it's mind-boggling to discover what the real truth is. So thank you for your videos. Big Hugs. You're still a brother to me!
Thanks Sis! glad you and your household is on the path to a real life
This will also be an eye opener to you Modern-day apostates, you display characteristics similar to those of the Devil. Their mind may be poisoned by a critical attitude toward individuals in the congregations, Christian elders, or the Governing Body. Some apostates oppose the use of the divine name, Jehovah. They are not interested in learning about Jehovah or in serving him. Like their father, Satan, apostates target people of integrity. (John 8:44 Satan and those under his influence often mix lies with truths in an attempt to undermine our faith. (2Co 11:3) For example, the Assyrians used half-truths and outright lies to discourage Jehovah’s people. (2Ch 32:10-15) Apostates use similar tactics today. How should we react to apostate teachings? Treat them as the poison they are! Never read them, reply to them, or repeat them. Be quick to detect information that is designed to raise doubts about Jehovah and his organization-and reject it!-Jude 3, 4. (Romans 16:17) Now I urge you, brothers, to keep your eye on those who create divisions and causes for stumbling contrary to the teaching that you have learned, and avoid them. (Acts 20:30) and from among you yourselves men will rise and speak twisted things to draw away the disciples after themselves. Apostates like yourself enjoy mocking others. (Ps. 123:4) The Bible warned that in the last days, there would be no shortage of ridiculers. (2 Pet. 3:3, 4) Like the sons-in-law of righteous Lot, some people today pay no attention to divine warnings. (Gen. 19:14) Many laugh at those who live by Bible principles. The ridiculers are motivated by “their own desires for ungodly things.” (Jude 7, 17, 18) If anyone who professes to serve God relies on his own ideas instead of adhering to the Bible and if his teaching does not ‘accord with godly devotion,’ thus failing to reflect the teacher’s devotion to God, he becomes “mentally diseased.” (1Ti 6:3, 4) also read Romans 1:28
@@alexshatner3907 u paranoid bro?
@@manoahvanderwolf3259 What are talking about Willis? you are the paranoid one due to the upcoming eternal non existence condition that awaits from the wrath of the Almighty God
@@alexshatner3907 you afraid to wake up bro? i feel sorry for you bro, you don't know how much help you need. time to wake up and understand you're a victim
Wally, you are always authentic, sensitive and have a good, realistic view of the topic of your RUclips videos. Not all sheeps will wake up, but those who succeed will also get the necessary information and enlightenment from you. A great effort by just one person, Thanks. 👏
thanks! I do try my hardest so hopefully when I die people will say I made the world a little better of a place.
@@exjehovahswitness you have, a lot better!
Your raw emotion was powerful. And jws have the gall to speak so wickedly about former jws, when we are in fact, profoundly hurt and brokenhearted by this monstrous organization. Thank you for your courage.
you are very welcome and thank you
Thank you so much, Wally. You're being very honest and brave...
And you're so right: hate is not the answer.
When will we ever learn...
hate doesn't work. Spitting vitriol doesn't work. Threating people is evil! I hope people will send them kindly written emails and hopefully we can gain some traction on raising public awareness
Love you Wally. Fantastic podcast. Thanks for what you're doing! Keep up the sterling work!
This INFURIATES ME! That organization is the BIGGEST bully of them all! I’ve left over twenty years ago, and still get bullied by folks still in the religion. 😡
hey heather! yeah this is infuriating
Why should we spend time with those who love Jehovah? Because our associates influence us either positively or negatively. (Pr 13:20) For instance, King Jehoash did “what was right in Jehovah’s eyes” as long as he spent time with High Priest Jehoiada. (2Ch 24:2) After Jehoiada died, Jehoash abandoned Jehovah because of bad association.-2Ch 24:17-19.
In the first century C.E., the apostle Paul compared the Christian congregation to “a large house” and members of the congregation to “utensils,” or household implements. We remain “an instrument for an honorable use” when we avoid close association with anyone, even a member of our family or the congregation, who does what displeases Jehovah. (2Ti 2:20, 21) Therefore, may we continue to make friends with those who love Jehovah and who encourage us to serve him. it's not the Organization, you have to bring it up with the bible.
Aww Wally I really appreciate your videos. Thank you for being vulnerable. It makes me realize I'm not alone. Thank you.
you are not alone! big hugs
No way. This is a joke. I so shocked. This is how you know they are in deep shit.
it must be getting pretty bad
Wally, I usually don’t comment on videos, but I was moved by your emotional response and personal experience. I am of an older generation than you, and don’t always connect to the way some content is presented. However I am a mom whose daughter was disfellowshipped at age 15 for was was a crime, not a sin on her part. Watching the effects of disfellowshipping had on our daughter and family, was the most excruciating thing that we have experienced. I live in the PNW. If you ever need a mom, I’m here for you. Would love to meet you and introduce you to my family. I love the work you are doing and that it connects with a younger generation that could be the undoing of an organization that is the epitome of what a real bully is. I will definitely be messaging the station.
This is very sad 😞 this jw man doesn’t have conscience!!
he really doesn't
Thank you for this video! It really hits hard, because I ran away from home at 17. I'm shunned now, at 46, but much happier. My kids will never have to deal with this cult. My entire family are still inside the Watchtower cult. Thank you for bringing up their hypocrisy, so that more people become aware of it
Wally, big hug I love your positive attitude. There is a lot of pain we carry, by doing what you do you make it easier to get by…your an amazing human! Thank you for your hard work!
Thanks so much
Wally my heart was breaking when I left your video. The very next thing that came on was 4 JW elders were just arrested in Pennsylvania!!!
I hope the news programs are back to back on TV!!!
yeah hopefully people can see this and start trying to understand what it means to be a jw
I seen that too. One of the elders killed himself. My heart goes out to those victims. 😪❤️
@@terridovey7648 once he realized what deep s__t he was in, he took the 😱 cowards way out. 😡
@@freespirit3891 He knew he was molesting kids, and God knows who else. I feel sorry for his family who might have some backlash from what he did. It was selfish of him to commit suicide. But God has taken care of him now and is where he ought to be 🔥.
You really touch my heart ❤️. You are absolutely helping those who are downhearted because of the pain
of being in and then leaving the JW organization and being rejected by their only community. I’m 4th generation JW and the only one who has “fallen out of the truth”. I have found purpose in other areas of my life but I hate that I can’t have a family relationship and that it is such a surface “health issues only” back and forth. I left when I realized the potential and negative impact on my own children as they grew up, so I pulled the plug. Pain comes with growth. Comfort (that false friend), is too easy. It’s important to face the pain, as you have and do. A lot of us, stand in that same pain. And soon, others will follow! Keep pushing through the pain because your diamond is truth.
I like that! we need to embrace and push through the pain.
Glad to see you made it to 10k subscribers! Keep it up Wally!
“Small dose of association” also known as being a halfway decent parent
Checking on your kid is like 1/25 of the things good parents do
sorry kid but no medicine for you. You don't get your daily dose of familial care.
@@exjehovahswitness not until they're old and no else around to help them. ( physically or financially) Funny how the jw family they kept starts to avoid them. Seen it many times.
Yes the powerful drug of "association" must be given in doses. They are so robotic aren't they? 🤖
Why should we spend time with those who love Jehovah? Because our associates influence us either positively or negatively. (Pr 13:20) For instance, King Jehoash did “what was right in Jehovah’s eyes” as long as he spent time with High Priest Jehoiada. (2Ch 24:2) After Jehoiada died, Jehoash abandoned Jehovah because of bad association.-2Ch 24:17-19.
In the first century C.E., the apostle Paul compared the Christian congregation to “a large house” and members of the congregation to “utensils,” or household implements. We remain “an instrument for an honorable use” when we avoid close association with anyone, even a member of our family or the congregation, who does what displeases Jehovah. (2Ti 2:20, 21) Therefore, may we continue to make friends with those who love Jehovah and who encourage us to serve him. it's not the Organization, you have to bring it up with the bible.
@@alexshatner3907 sorry but putting a religion before your family is cruel, unusual and delusional
Disfellowshipping is nothing short of bullying.
Wow that was Heartfelt!
Thanks for sharing.
This is so insane. Ha ha, as a former JW in the eighties and nineties, when we (individual members) admittedly were gray and boring and humdrum, but at least had integrity and morals... they've gone fully off the rails commercial now, as well as being deceiving. It's a sight to see.
yeah some people think they haven't really changed all that much. Maybe things happen in waves. There are now all about cart witnessing and tv/radio ads. Sound like watchtower in 1920's
@@exjehovahswitness Yeah, I guess that's probably true. "The Photo Drama of Creation" was a huge PR thing, and that was at the very beginning.
I guess my view of the organization growing up was from a frog's eye view, not a bird's eye view. Within the congregations everything was very non-commercial, the literature was gray and boring (the way we liked it(!)), the kingdom songs were strictly piano or classical orchestra, no "showtunes" or "movie scores", the children's literature was basically the same as for the adults... And we (at least I) really had no clue about the governing body, other than understanding that some people were more prominent than others in the organization. To me (growing up in a small country in Europe), the organization was no where near as "televangical" and commercialized as it is now.
Oh Wally... You make me cry... Again... Thanks for your words man... And never said better... Be the force be with you.
It’s been 43 years and I still remember how it felt to be shunned by everyone I ever knew. The family that was built around a congregation. I remember what it was like to leave home at 16. I remember the few and far between arm length conversations with my parent. That I was the one who left. It was on me not the society.
Breaking up families and shunning is the very epitome of bullying
Thank you Wally for your video. I feel your emotions and we are not alone in this.
This comment really resonated with me. I left 25 years ago and have had a happy life free of the JW shackles. But I have to admit, this brought tears to my eyes because the pain of your parents, friends and family disowning you doesn't really ever go away. The Watchtower are wicked bullies themselves. What a joke they promote themselves as an authority on the prevention of bullying.
Awww Wally!! This was such a great video!! But you're so right. Anyone who is afraid to leave should know that they are strong & they can make it out on their own. The org are big bullies themselves!
thank you! yes and we are here to help them
Walllllyyy!!! I’m over here crying because this by far of all your videos gutted me. Always being secluded an isolated as a kid and the abuse I endure during school and how I had to go to a jw school to escape the torment! I totally discuss this in therapy. Part of who I am has to do how I was raised as a witness ❤😭😭😭😭❤️🩹we are seen and we are loved regardless of not believing anymore. Love huh and thank you.
I am glad you landed on the right side of reality
You are a wonderful person. Thank you for speaking about this. It's real. I grew up in it, I've been free for almost 20 years. ❤️
Ah Wally! Weve laughed together, weve cried together! The more we discover the more senseless it is, the more we cant unsee it. Afterall, the truth really does set us free!😂😂💕💕🙏🙏
you never really know what you will get in these videos. I tried my best to hold it but talking and thinking about shunning leaves me in shambles
@@exjehovahswitness as it does to all of us one way or another. You're doing a wonderful job for us. 💜
Thank the laws of the country that they have to put "sponsored" up.
In the past, WT paid to put articles in newspapers and they looked real, like Rutherfords time.
Good vid Wally!
Thank you Wally 🥰 appreciate you sharing. You are amazing and are doing amazing work. You are appreciated💖
Thanks Wally. That means alot 🙏🏾 I have been going through alot myself and it is hard everyday to say it is going to be ok when things go smooth for a while then bam problem after problem....i still would not go back to the organization just despite everything going on 😅
hang in there! plant your feet! know your value! you got this
Life throws curve balls sometimes. You have your freedom and you're an awesome person! You can handle whatever comes along my friend. You can do it!👍🌞
Thank you for a great video.. so many of us growing up as a jw can totally relate to the bullying and the effect it has. I could sense how personal this was for you as well. Really like your channel and content.
😭 we really do need to support eachother 😔 after this kind of heartbreaking life-altering experience, we can be left feeling so alone and worthless. If you have escaped this cult there are so many people in your corner and proud of your strength. We have so much love and compassion for others, thats why we got out. ❤️ I am so proud of all of us
I am proud of us too!
@@exjehovahswitness I am so proud of you Wally. ❤️🥰 you are an amazing person. Thank you for bringing us together to support eachother ❤️
Thank you, Wally! You really help me!
I can’t believe they’ve done this
it is so wild
@@exjehovahswitness thank you for covering this ❤️
I can believe it. Top of the line pukes run that organization / cult.
Thank you so much for this video❤ I’ve been dfd for 6 years now and it has barely got easier.. your videos make me feel less alone.
we all need each other
I ❤️ you Wally!! You are such a great person and so helpful to so many... you have a huge family now and unconditional love!! Thank you so much for addressing this and putting this out for so many to see. Keep up your great comments!!
You're the best!
Wally, your channel is growing and growing- i am so proud of you! you are blessed. And i know you are weeping for those who are still trapped in this dangerous cult- they are trapped just for being born! . It’s sad and so incredibly tragic., but the good news is, WT is collapsing- everyday the gb is exposed for the evil that it is. and some day, when this cult is gone, and it WILL be gone, we will look back and not even remember its name.
thank you so much for your support! I really enjoy seeing everyone that was here when we only had 500 subs still around. There are probably about 10-20 of you still here and I think it is so cool that you have stuck with me as I have gotten better.
@@exjehovahswitness you’re my favorite exjw you tuber. you’re real. you don’t hide who you are, i love your comic relief, and you’re not overly critical.
When i first left WT in May of 2021, i was very angry and i wanted to ьцгп down Warwick- it took a long time to get through that phase, and i’m still not completely there- i admire how you treat these issues with the respect and balance they deserve.
I’ll always be your supporter- as long as i’m here! haha 🤍
I have been watching your videos for a while now. You are kind, funny, caring & loving. I realize how difficult it is for you to watch the JW videos. Stay happy & if I am able i want to call you 'MY FRIEND' then that would be a privilege. Thank you
thanks my friend!
thanks bro - keep up the good work.
We 💙 you Wally! Thanks for making us smile with your videos 😁
Thanks you guys are so sweet
Aww...Wally I don't know you personally but I love your spirit. You are a friend in my head.
Well done Wally your raw passion for the manipulation of jw org shines through as always. Those that feel your pain know. I hope you reach just one more person with this youtube video. Love and hope to all ❤️💙💚
Much appreciated and yes hopefully we can reach people with this
Keep exposing the hypocrites!😤👏🏾👌💯🙏
Oh my gosh! The wt are bullies themselves! WoW! They're all about death and destruction!
Thank you Wally. You're doing amazing work to show the truth. 👍👍
thank you. I am trying my best
@@exjehovahswitness You're the best. Well, Zeezy too.😁
Thanks wally! We love you!
Thank you Wally ❤❤
you are very welcome
They are rebranding big time!
I showed this to my husband and he said, "I thought they were supposed to be no part of this world"...🤔
Yoo walle; I’m Andy from Connecticut used to go to the Kingdom Hall in Spanish but left the cult a few years ago, and OMG watchtower bullies people soo bad and your videos are awesome and very informative for people leaving
Wally, you have a huge heart of gold!!! On the other side, whoever or whatever "PR" only doubles down how out of touch JW's are. I would love to see some on the "left" watch their sorry cartoon videos. Or any sane parent who wants the best for their kids. There will be some backlash to the Org for this, no doubt. Like you've said, Wally, NO ONE THERE IS QUALIFIED IN ANY WAY TO HELP WITH MENTAL ISSUES.
they need to pink floyd it and leave those kids alone
I understand the emotions, thanks for not cutting that out 😀
I live here and saw this!
oh interesting! talk about a what the heck moment
Wally we love you!
And you have so many many more friends now than you ever could in that hurtful religion ❤
thank you and yes! there is a wonderful world out there
@@exjehovahswitness I wanted to personally thank you for your bravery and for speaking out for all of us. I know we all have the ability and that we all feel the same but I appreciate your determination and research and hard work. It really does make a difference!!
Just curious can the "supportive ex JW community" of our modern time now save each other from death, due to cancer, mortal diseases, tragic accidents, and in due time Armageddon?., Because during the days of Noah every one that did not listen to the warnings of Noah, among them there were also rebellious, mockers like yourself, mentally ill that became adversaries of the almighty Jehovah God, and among themselves they also had a big of supportive community, that would give each other encouragement, " Hey, hang in there were all going to be all right, were all supporting each other" and as far as I know they all perished in the flood including children. So does this so called "supportive ex JW community" offer consolation, life support, Financial help, salvation from death, removal of pain and suffering and so forth. As a matter of fact the new enlightened understanding we received this past December Watch Tower's study 2022 is that Apostates and people who have left the truth will be abolished by the wrath of God from this earth, not in what we had previously thought, Armageddon, but during the upcoming Great tribulation. Armageddon will only serve to abolishment the world governments and false religion that try to persecute Jehovah's true servants.
Wally I absolutely love your channel and your insights are always so on point. But most of all I come here because of your heart. You are so genuine in your desire to help people and I hope you know what a difference you’re making. Keep up the good work and never be afraid to show that beautiful heart of yours 💛
I appreciate that so much
Kudos Watchtower, now let's address CSA.
yeah that will go over very well
This is disgusting. Thanks for sharing. I've sent my comment to the station.
Oh man - when u tear up! It hurts bro......Ive hardened my heart but miss my FOUR grandchildren!!!
I am sorry. It's so screwed up you can't see your grand babies
@@exjehovahswitness Yup - fkin brutal! BUT an elder told me to throw my 13 year old son out when he stopped attending! WOW - that really WOKE me up!
wow that is shocking
@@martinthomas6393 they just give a darn that the law of the land (depending on where you live) says you must take care of your child to a certain age. We we told to obey the law of the landp
This is utterly disgusting! More and more they show how hypocritical they are. I am now 60 and still ignored by my family. They have no clue, they are so blinded to true love. It's definitely not what they promote. Thank you Wally!!! We love you!!!
This really breaks my heart. To see an entire group of people in a cult and not be able to help them. If your channel helps just one person to get free of this cult then it will all be worth it. Keep up the good work!
I appreciate that
And if you continue watching that video about the girl who got disfellowshipped, you’ll notice when she decides to come back, the reason that she gave was because she missed her family and fellowship with her friends. She did not come back because she felt sorry for what she did and loved Jehovah and wanted to come back to worship him. That wasn’t even brought up as one of the reasons she came back. Shows how messed up all of this is. No one comes back to this organization because of Jehovah. They come back Because of family.
yeah they only return for their family
Good points
By far this is the best video I've seen on the subject. Everything you've said is spot on about this organization. I enjoy all your videos, but this one here touches home.
Glad it was helpful!
I've told this story before, but as a JEHOVAH KID I got some bullying in school. One day I had enough and I punched the kid in the neck four times. I thought I was gonna get the crap beat out of me but he just stared at me in surprise, and waited until I, like an inexperienced idiot, turned my back and then hit me on the top of my head, then proceeded to threaten me. So I went to my dad and he read me the scripture from St Paul about being peaceable with all men was far as it depends upon you. He told me, but if this kid won't be peaceable make sure you punch him in the nose, his eyes will water and he won't be able to see then you can finish him. In the early 80s my dad got bullied off the elder body because a business deal between him and another elder went bad. He eventually quit going to meetings and grew his business and my brother and I are still running it today. It's hilarious and sad that watchtower thinks they can utter one damn word about bullying.
shocking they say anything about it! How are you feeling?
@@exjehovahswitness I'm getting a lot better, thanks for asking. Heart is still skipping beats and I have a surgery coming up in a few weeks but I've completely quit smoking and drinking and even candy lol.
wow good for you! gotta protect the ticker. Hope your surgery goes well. make sure you have your blood card handy
@@exjehovahswitness lol I remember being told from the platform to stop calling it a blood card, it's an ADVANCED MEDICAL DIRECTIVE
Very interesting. Thanks for sharing
I’m also someone who was bullied by the leaders by them.
WOW I AM SPEECHLESS To see that on TV is CRAZY!! I wish soooo badly I wasn't as dirt poor as I am LOL🤫 But if I was a MILLIONAIRE I would make TV Commercials, Billboard Ads, everything I could think of, to WARN THE WORLD of the dangers of this brainwashing CULT!!! Great Video my friend you always do awesome work!!!😁😎
Hey thanks how are you if you see this? yeah a few people have asked if maybe it was possible to make our own apostate version. I like the idea but not entirely sure if any org's would agree. I think it would get less views than our YT vids as well so not sure if it is even worth the money.
@@exjehovahswitness I don't know, every Ex JW show that has been on TV has got quite a lot of views! Watchtower must know something we don't or they wouldn't be spending all this money to be on all these news stations! Have you seen how many different news stations they have been on??? It's ridiculous!!! The biggest problem I have seen among "Wordly" people is they think the JW's are kind of looney but they aren't hurting anyone. I get soooo many comments from non JW's who do not understand why I am being so harsh on them, it AMAZES me that people have No Idea how dangerous this Cult is and the amount of JW's that die each year from refusing blood AND they have NO IDEA about the C.S.A. so we somehow need to up our game and get the word out more to people who have never been a JW because they have no idea they know that they are a Cult but don't realize people are being hurt and dyeing from being members!!! I don't know if it would be worth it or not but I think we do need to louden our voices somehow!!👍😁😎