Georgia grew up in what Jehovah’s Witnesses often refer to as a “divided household”. Her mother was a faithful JW, her father violently opposed. In this episode you’ll see how that opposition actually played into the hands of the Witnesses. You’ll see how someone from an abusive situation ended up in another abusive situation after being raped. Georgia faces PTSD after a life of abuse, secret Bible study drills, and the doctrine of an imminent fiery destruction of the world, but she does so with a sense of humor and going for her dreams in life.
The song that Georgia chose is World of Stone by Blackmore’s Night
Georgia referenced the book 1984 by George Orwell
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Music by Fair Voyeur entitled “No Hell Yet”.
Georgia,
I felt inspired listening to your experience. I laughed, cried, and related so much to you. I truly hope that your dreams come true.
-AC
If I was still religious, I would probably think Jehovah had put me in the path of your podcast, lol. I grew up as a JW in Georgia, and currently work in Fremont, CA; I did a double take when you mentioned Ohlone. The fact that your name happens to be the place I’m from, that you grew up and live where I happen to be now, the relatability of so many bits and pieces of your story, but most of all, your laughter, made my day brighter, made me feel like I’m not alone in my experiences and like the world is a good and bright and happy place over all, even with all the challenges and difficulties therein.
Wishing you all the warmth and joy and happiness life has to offer, and am around if you ever wanted to grab coffee with a fellow former j-dub. 🙂
Aloha Georgia, your story was such an inspiration. I’ve been physically out of the Borg for 30+ yrs but was mentally out almost from the day I was brought in (at about 7 yrs old).
I’m sorry for everything you went through but I applaud your strength and resilience.
Wishing you and your husband the best always.
Hello AC, thank you so much for taking the time to send me a message. Speaking my truth about all of this has been both daunting and wonderful and knowing that hopefully I have possibly helped to encourage others towards a happier future makes it all worthwhile. I wish you the very best, and thank you. -G
Your story resonated with me on such a deep level and your personality and smile shone through even on a non visual medium. Thank you for being so brave and open and honest. Keep being awesome and May the force be with you. 🙂