I am a huge fan of you and your story. Loved the ted talk in Christchurch. I can relate to you personally because of my upbringing. I was not part of a community but we followed similar principles “in the world not of it” and “the devil is the prince of the power of the air”. I think you are an amazing example on how ileaving a cult can be done. I do a podcast on cults with a friend of mine. And he grew up worldly with professor parents so his point of view is based on how he doesn’t understand how people get involved in a cult. And my viewpoint is more understanding with sympathy. But our goal in the podcast is to tell those who are listening that are potentially join a movement that is dangerous to their well beings or know someone who is. Well tonight I will be talking about Gloriavale and how your ted talk led me to discuss it. You are an inspiration to me. Thanks for leading me to Gloriavale. I honestly feel like I know you. I worry in my old age that I will ponder heaven and hell again and return to some sort of religious group. Is that something you fear about yourself? Thanks again
Funny I come across your channel and we seen Gloriavale at Margaret Mahy Park here in Christchurch. It was eye catching seeing two van loads of young girls all dressed the same, fantastic manners and even accepted bags of lollies we offered them as we were celebrating my nieces birthday. Was surely the attraction at the park as my daughters thought they were "Nuns" (Children say the darnest things ). A definate eye opener to what's out there in our communities.
Amazing lady. Beautiful inside and outside. Brave, strong and smart. Wish you could go back and free them all. What a waste of precious life to be stuck there and believe in these rubbish. You did so well Lilia! All the best to you.
Lilia, I loved your TedTalk. I took away from it a number of things. I laughed, I cried, I saw a number of things in my life which I could parallel with your message. Today, however, I’m back to feeling at a loss for how to life... I am absolutely trying. Hard. Mid thirties now though. That and being too sick to work at the moment are crushing my heart and soul. What about when you can’t choose your career and that baby window is closed/closing and now it’s too difficult to even go outside?
Hi Maria, I understand your challenge because I live with chronic C-PTSD. Each of us had a different set of limitations in life and even so there will be a way to work around that to find joy and fulfilment in your life. Eg. I can’t work fulltime which used to frustrate me because I was comparing myself to others and wanted to perform ‘at their level’. I needed to understand that what works for someone else might not work for me. Now I love working part time because it means I get enough rest. I’ve had to adjust my goals and see the challenge from a different perspective. Sometimes it’s just the way we look at things that changed everything
I have a very very good friend in there that I have known since before Rangiora and I was fortunately allowed to spend a few weeks iin there , with her and her daughter's ,they treated me very well in there , Neville and I did nothing but argue , anyway I miss her very much ,Sharon use to be Maryanne , when we were growing up ,I even miss Nevilles son Greateful his youngest to Ruth , I still ring every now and then and have a chat with Serenity,, they don't all want to leave ,👍♥️
Yes. When people leave they need everything - clothing, bedding, food, schooling, work opportunities, somewhere to live, homewares - any contribution to the family helps significantly !!
Just a thought , don't lose your faith in God , he's real and just because some crazy and fake preachers exist in this world doesn't mean that God is not real , I myself had a encounter with god and accept Jesus as my Lord and savior , I don't follow religion I follow god , I'm what they call a healer , god work thru me to heal the sick , I don't think you should give up on seeking God , but about religion that's a different story , I understand completely what you went in your journey , I admire your strength and your will to fight against the evil that exist in this world , I wish you the best life that god can provide for you and as a follower of Jesus Christ a declare in the name of Jesus that you will became everything that God created you to be , and your life will be full of joy and happiness , you are already a winner and greater things are yet to come , believe in Jesus Christ and our father god , not in man . Send love and pray for those that can't find the way and can't see the light , Jesus is love and forgiveness , and love don't hurt , everything that you went through was god preparing you to shinne brigther than anyone else ,and for you to be stronger and be able to handle were you are going to be now , you are the light of the world and you will inspire and iluminate the way for many souls . You have the gift now go out there and make it happen . May God bless you and all your love ones in Jesus name . Love you sister.
I have always lived "on the outside" of Gloriavale and most of my beliefs match theirs. The "outside" certainly isn't all roses and sunshine either. People on the "outside" are just brainwashed in other ways as a creature human beings want to feel a sense of belonging. So if you hold their beliefs it certainly makes sense to team up as it were.
I watched the Gloriavale documentary just today. I don't know the full story of the compound but when I started watching youtube videos on people that left there, it sounds to me like these defectors didn't want to live under God's laws they did something that was punishable and when they were punished they didn't like it. So they left. I know Taylor Swift and Beyonce are not at all Godly people and God never said to do whatever you want to as long as it makes you happy that's Satans creed. Do as thy wilt is satanic. Just saying.
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I am a huge fan of you and your story. Loved the ted talk in Christchurch. I can relate to you personally because of my upbringing. I was not part of a community but we followed similar principles “in the world not of it” and “the devil is the prince of the power of the air”. I think you are an amazing example on how ileaving a cult can be done. I do a podcast on cults with a friend of mine. And he grew up worldly with professor parents so his point of view is based on how he doesn’t understand how people get involved in a cult. And my viewpoint is more understanding with sympathy. But our goal in the podcast is to tell those who are listening that are potentially join a movement that is dangerous to their well beings or know someone who is. Well tonight I will be talking about Gloriavale and how your ted talk led me to discuss it. You are an inspiration to me. Thanks for leading me to Gloriavale. I honestly feel like I know you. I worry in my old age that I will ponder heaven and hell again and return to some sort of religious group. Is that something you fear about yourself? Thanks again
What is your podcast called? Where can I find it?
Funny I come across your channel and we seen Gloriavale at Margaret Mahy Park here in Christchurch. It was eye catching seeing two van loads of young girls all dressed the same, fantastic manners and even accepted bags of lollies we offered them as we were celebrating my nieces birthday. Was surely the attraction at the park as my daughters thought they were "Nuns" (Children say the darnest things ). A definate eye opener to what's out there in our communities.
This is so important and the world and especially in Gloriavale need to know this!
why isnt gloriavale being investigated by the police?
It is, it’s just in New Zealand so it doesn’t get talked about that much.
@@jenxkjquartuiopoquryzxmnv4287 thank you for the clarification.
Cool. Good!! Let them be free to choose!
It is. It’s a long and lengthy process but there is currently a case being brought against Gloriavale through the High Court.
Amazing lady. Beautiful inside and outside. Brave, strong and smart. Wish you could go back and free them all. What a waste of precious life to be stuck there and believe in these rubbish. You did so well Lilia! All the best to you.
Been looking up your videos after just finishing your book, so good
Thank you for reading my story. I sincerely appreciate it (:
Lilia, I loved your TedTalk. I took away from it a number of things. I laughed, I cried, I saw a number of things in my life which I could parallel with your message. Today, however, I’m back to feeling at a loss for how to life... I am absolutely trying. Hard. Mid thirties now though. That and being too sick to work at the moment are crushing my heart and soul.
What about when you can’t choose your career and that baby window is closed/closing and now it’s too difficult to even go outside?
Hi Maria, I understand your challenge because I live with chronic C-PTSD. Each of us had a different set of limitations in life and even so there will be a way to work around that to find joy and fulfilment in your life. Eg. I can’t work fulltime which used to frustrate me because I was comparing myself to others and wanted to perform ‘at their level’. I needed to understand that what works for someone else might not work for me. Now I love working part time because it means I get enough rest. I’ve had to adjust my goals and see the challenge from a different perspective. Sometimes it’s just the way we look at things that changed everything
I have a very very good friend in there that I have known since before Rangiora and I was fortunately allowed to spend a few weeks iin there , with her and her daughter's ,they treated me very well in there , Neville and I did nothing but argue , anyway I miss her very much ,Sharon use to be Maryanne , when we were growing up ,I even miss Nevilles son Greateful his youngest to Ruth , I still ring every now and then and have a chat with Serenity,, they don't all want to leave ,👍♥️
You are just fantastic!!
Well 4 years on how do you feel now ?
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Very interesting video Lil. Is there anyway that I, a member of the salvation army can help those still living in Gloriavale?
Yes. When people leave they need everything - clothing, bedding, food, schooling, work opportunities, somewhere to live, homewares - any contribution to the family helps significantly !!
@@LiliaTarawa where do they go when they want to leave?
When we left we lived in a two-bedroom house that belonged to a charity.
How long did it take for you, your brothers and sisters, and your mum and dad to adjust to the outside world?
What do you mean by 'adjust'?
Total babe! Wow!
Just a thought , don't lose your faith in God , he's real and just because some crazy and fake preachers exist in this world doesn't mean that God is not real , I myself had a encounter with god and accept Jesus as my Lord and savior , I don't follow religion I follow god , I'm what they call a healer , god work thru me to heal the sick , I don't think you should give up on seeking God , but about religion that's a different story , I understand completely what you went in your journey , I admire your strength and your will to fight against the evil that exist in this world , I wish you the best life that god can provide for you and as a follower of Jesus Christ a declare in the name of Jesus that you will became everything that God created you to be , and your life will be full of joy and happiness , you are already a winner and greater things are yet to come , believe in Jesus Christ and our father god , not in man . Send love and pray for those that can't find the way and can't see the light , Jesus is love and forgiveness , and love don't hurt , everything that you went through was god preparing you to shinne brigther than anyone else ,and for you to be stronger and be able to handle were you are going to be now , you are the light of the world and you will inspire and iluminate the way for many souls . You have the gift now go out there and make it happen . May God bless you and all your love ones in Jesus name . Love you sister.
No, he is not real. Enough of this brainwashing rubbish!
I have always lived "on the outside" of Gloriavale and most of my beliefs match theirs. The "outside" certainly isn't all roses and sunshine either. People on the "outside" are just brainwashed in other ways as a creature human beings want to feel a sense of belonging. So if you hold their beliefs it certainly makes sense to team up as it were.
Best to stay in Gloriavale to avoid Beyonce and Taylor Swift!
I watched the Gloriavale documentary just today. I don't know the full story of the compound but when I started watching youtube videos on people that left there, it sounds to me like these defectors didn't want to live under God's laws they did something that was punishable and when they were punished they didn't like it. So they left. I know Taylor Swift and Beyonce are not at all Godly people and God never said to do whatever you want to as long as it makes you happy that's Satans creed. Do as thy wilt is satanic. Just saying.
You have no heart, if that's what you took from it.
Don't go back and teach them evil the outside world is bloody