Hidden Struggles
Becoming part of this growing community provides the perfect opportunity to learn valuable life lessons without experiencing the drama. This is a motivational podcast exploring real life issues. After escaping from a high control group, I am sharing my experiences about what it is like living in a world without the mental boundaries that kept me from exploring my dreams, goals and realities. This platform will deliver experiences that help others to overcome personal struggles and showing you how you can take those struggles and use them to your advantage. Perhaps through this podcast, I can help others to learn my life lessons without having to experience the pain.
Episodes
51 episodes
Jehovah's Witness Elder's Deathbed Confession & Facebook Obituary
In her first interview on our sister channel EXJW Critical Thinker, Gail shared the heartbreaking story of her father’s deathbed confession after serving as a Jehovah’s Witness elder for decades.In this Hidden Struggles follow-up, Gail ...
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Fran & Joe Are Thriving in their 70's After Leaving the Jehovah’s Witnesses
Contact Joe & Fran:YouTube channel Joe and Fran every Wednesday, 7 pm est.https://www.youtube.com/@UCVJ8KInz-MesI345Frv_aqw Phone: 315-221-0130Email jandfguerino@gmail.comFran and Joe left the Jehovah’s Wi...
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I Stopped Listening to the Governing Nobodies and it Saved my Life (EXJW) Part 3
Follow Daria on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/daria.l.ross?igsh=MWQ4cHFrN3Z3bzVseg==In this powerful final part of my 3‑part conversation with Daria, we talk about what happens when you stop letting the Governing Body contr...
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Silenced No More – Speaking Up in the Jehovah’s Witness Congregation (Part 2)
Follow Daria on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/daria.l.ross?igsh=MWQ4cHFrN3Z3bzVseg==In Part 2 of my conversation with Daria, we talk about what happens when you find your voice in a high-control group — and what it costs to...
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Breaking Free – Life After Leaving Jehovah’s Witnesses (Part 1)
Follow Daria on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/daria.l.ross?igsh=MWQ4cHFrN3Z3bzVseg==In the first conversation of my three-part series with Daria, we talk about what it was like growing up as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses, the ...
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EXJW Testimony: How the Watchtower Fueled My Addiction
In this raw and unfiltered interview, Deanna June opens up about life after leaving the Jehovah’s Witnesses — including her battle with addiction, bipolar disorder, and the emotional cost of being shunned.🎙️ If you’re struggling to rebu...
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Jehovah's Witnesses: Fear & Paranoia
Paranoia isn’t just a passing fear—it’s a powerful tool used to control people. In this episode, we’re diving deep into how paranoia is woven into the teachings of Jehovah’s Witnesses and the lasting psychological impact it has on members.<...
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Low Self-Esteem: How Growing Up as a Jehovah’s Witness Shaped My Confidence
Many ex-Jehovah’s Witnesses struggle with low self-esteem due to the unique challenges of growing up in a high-control religion. In this heartfelt episode, Lady Cee shares her personal journey of overcoming the emotional toll of being ...
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Are Jehovah's Witnesses Allowed to Vote in Elections
In this episode, I explore how Jehovah's Witnesses are raised to view voting as incompatible with their beliefs. Growing up as a Witness, I was told that even participating in student council elections was discouraged, as it was seen as...
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Shunned by Family: How the Governing Body Controls Jehovah's Witnesses
In this gripping and emotional video, I share my personal journey of being shunned by my Jehovah's Witness family, orchestrated by the strict rules of the Governing Body. When my mother passed away, her devout sister refused to extend even ...
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Hidden Struggles of Parental Alienation
In this deeply personal and eye-opening episode, Lady Cee welcomes Ms. Ivy back to the show for a third heartfelt discussion. This time, Ms. Ivy shares the painful reality of parental alienation fueled by religious disfellowshipping within the ...
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Hidden Struggles: Why I Left the Jehovah's Witnesses!
Join Lady Cee on "Hidden Struggles" as she delves into the compelling story of Ivy, a former Jehovah's Witness who shares her journey of faith, doubt, and eventual departure from the religion. In this revealing episode, Ivy recounts her early i...
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Ivy's Bold Journey from the Jehovah's Witnesses
In this powerful and inspiring video, we follow Ivy's courageous journey of breaking free from the Jehovah's Witnesses and stepping into a world of newfound freedom and self-discovery. Witness the challenges and triumphs as Ivy navigates the co...
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Understanding Long Term Care Insurance
In this video, Lady Cee shares her personal experience with long-term care insurance following an accident. She discusses the realities of activating her policy, providing insights into the often-overlooked aspects of insurance coverage.
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Things You Should Never Tell Your Doctor - My Hospital Experience
In this episode of Hidden Struggles, I dive into a crucial topic that concerns your privacy in a hospital setting. Join me as I discuss why it might be in your best interest to keep your former Jehovah's Witness status confidential during medic...
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Hospital Humor: Did the Doctor Really Think I Was Homeless?
#exjwsthink #exjwcomedy #exjwcriticalthinker #hiddenstruggles #homeless In this episode, I share a memorable moment from my hospital stay. The focus is on a conversation with my doctor, who was discussing post-discharge care plans ...
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