Posted by followthelamb on March 22, 1999 at 04:23:20 {MWQywdXEnupLA}:
In Reply to: **C'mon elders - answer posted by practicus on March 21, 1999 at 20:37:31:
It is very frustrating to continue with this organization. But a usual pro-Society Witness would say to just leave when they can't handle or answer hard issues. I plan to take steps out but it's when I feel it's best. This controlling
environment does not make it easy to just leave knowing all that can sacrificed; family, friends. The apostate-phobic mentality that exists was one factor that made me decide to take my steps slowly in my own way. I want to be in control
not have the organization control me. I'd rather get out smoothly than to have them label me. Believe me you probably have no clue of the inner struggles I face, but my decision can't be based on sheer emotion. Each one must carry his
own load. But I guess for now my situation enables me to do what I can on this forum.