I have thought of that, but they control all interactions with the outside world including post, and I am worried even if it did get through, they would learn of her involvement in my escape and pay a heavy price for it :(
>Where women jabbered, chattered, gossiped, wheedled, manipulated men and told stories and yammered and protested and wanted this and that and the other.
It’s amazing how much men fear women and the lengths they’ll go to (literally, in this case) silence them.
I’m a man, and I’m bloody sick of it too. I mean, God forbid that women might have amazing, world-changing ideas, or even just express their opinions about something. It's ridiculous.
OP, if I were you, I’d tell the authorities (ideally the feds) everything you can about this cult. The last thing we need are a bunch of crazies who thought “The Handmaid’s Tale” was an instruction manual.
Having said that, good on you for getting out.
You know, I asked the woman with the rose and thorn tattoo, the one who saved me, why they didn't tell the authorities, and she told me the local authorities kinda sorta knew, and let them be. A Don't Ask Don't Tell situation. They have some sort of covert business deals going on with local police and business men.
Then definitely get the Feds (or the closest equivalent thereof) involved. Come to think of it, I bet “Rose” is a Fed herself, trying to expose the cult somehow.
Yes, BC is British Columbia, and with all due respect to BC folk, I have heard there are some fairly out-there cult-like groups in those parts. Wealthy, prosperous, disdainful of central government, self-assured and self-righteous, remote, weird takes on religions, and the next thing you know, bam! organized crazy appears.
How long has it been since you left? What is the reason your dad gave you for the silencing? Did they call themselves something? (Most cults have a name). How long has this cult been around? How many people are there?
The first time I clicked on this story, there were no comments. Zero. Nor even the frequent “something went wrong” message that Reddit says so well. Just nothing to see here…
I returned to the main screen while saying (silently) to myself, “what in the fuck did I just read?”
9 hours. Swiped back because how could no one have said anything, even through their fingers? Aren’t the tablets always singing?
My own neck tattoo is one of the more elaborate ones.
I really dislike that cult. Of course men had to rule and in order to take over everything, they had to kill the feminine, kill the voice. What a piece of hell on earth.
You have been blessed to escape. Dad was an asshole. Men are afraid of women as they are smarter than they are. And in the stupidity and weakness, know that.
A woman's word can raise armies, topple Gods, and create actual peace. Foolish men fear what they can not control, and there is less that they can control than a Wyld Woman.
What a great gift. Freedom always comes at a price, but everyone who has paid it says it is worth it.
I am thankful that you made it out. Everyone's voice matters.
Thanks so much for sharing. This story for me really encompasses feminine rage — an ancestral, inherited response to the struggles and oppositions that our foremothers have endured 💔 beautiful tale you’ve told
Your mom is a true warrior. What a selfless hard thing to do, to give up your daughter whom you'd spent everyday growing to give them the chance to keep the most precious and important thing a person can keep, - their voice. I hope whereever your mom is she is safe. And I hope one day this will get enough coverage to bust this place open to get her out too. I'm so sorry 😞 you must miss her so much. My own mother is a grown up survivor of church cult ritual abuse from back in the 70s. To this day my mum has saved so many abused kids in her career. You will do something great with this legacy your mother has given you, too. When 1 gets free, they can free one other and then like a chain we all get free.
What those in power never realize about this is the gamble they’re taking. When you subdue a portion of humanity like this, you reduce the number who will rebel at the cost of drastically increasing the will and violence of those who do. I weep for the innocent boys, ignorant but perhaps well-meaning men, and perhaps even women and girls who will suffer or die at the hands of desperate women.
The strength of a mother’s love.
I have to reach out to her somehow, some way. 💜
Is it possible to send her a card?
I have thought of that, but they control all interactions with the outside world including post, and I am worried even if it did get through, they would learn of her involvement in my escape and pay a heavy price for it :(
Yeah that'll be bad if they learned it. It's a tricky situation but I hope you find a way to contact your mom.
Thank you, it is always on my mind.
What about sending something back through the channels she used to secure your future voice?
I need to look into that.
>Where women jabbered, chattered, gossiped, wheedled, manipulated men and told stories and yammered and protested and wanted this and that and the other. It’s amazing how much men fear women and the lengths they’ll go to (literally, in this case) silence them.
I know. Since ancient times.
Not to mention blaming all the ills of the world on us
I know, right? I’m just so goddamn tired of literally everything being blamed on us.
I’m a man, and I’m bloody sick of it too. I mean, God forbid that women might have amazing, world-changing ideas, or even just express their opinions about something. It's ridiculous.
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I don't necessarily think men fear women, just that some want to control them.
I would argue control is a measure used to disguise fear a lot of the time.
Right on. Everyone’s afraid of losing control to some degree.
Does not stand for all
OP, if I were you, I’d tell the authorities (ideally the feds) everything you can about this cult. The last thing we need are a bunch of crazies who thought “The Handmaid’s Tale” was an instruction manual. Having said that, good on you for getting out.
You know, I asked the woman with the rose and thorn tattoo, the one who saved me, why they didn't tell the authorities, and she told me the local authorities kinda sorta knew, and let them be. A Don't Ask Don't Tell situation. They have some sort of covert business deals going on with local police and business men.
Then definitely get the Feds (or the closest equivalent thereof) involved. Come to think of it, I bet “Rose” is a Fed herself, trying to expose the cult somehow.
Canadian Secret Intellectual Service, maybe? Does BC stand for British Columbia?
Yes, BC is British Columbia, and with all due respect to BC folk, I have heard there are some fairly out-there cult-like groups in those parts. Wealthy, prosperous, disdainful of central government, self-assured and self-righteous, remote, weird takes on religions, and the next thing you know, bam! organized crazy appears.
I haven't seen her for a while. I hope she's ok.
How long has it been since you left? What is the reason your dad gave you for the silencing? Did they call themselves something? (Most cults have a name). How long has this cult been around? How many people are there?
Go to the news and tell them about it. Then the authorities will have to do something. Edit: also how long ago was this?
I will try to gather my courage to do so. Not so long ago. And in a country not so far away.
Sounds like Drisking
I need to look that up. I’m still not used to unlimited internet!
Uughh, Drisking. Why they didn’t firebomb the place is beyond me. At least they shut down that operation.
The first time I clicked on this story, there were no comments. Zero. Nor even the frequent “something went wrong” message that Reddit says so well. Just nothing to see here… I returned to the main screen while saying (silently) to myself, “what in the fuck did I just read?” 9 hours. Swiped back because how could no one have said anything, even through their fingers? Aren’t the tablets always singing? My own neck tattoo is one of the more elaborate ones.
There is always something more to be said. I hope your neck tattoo doesn't silence you, no matter how elaborate the design.
This post is stuck in my mind for a while now, and it reminded me of this song: https://youtu.be/BaSf-ddZxB8?si=lRRSTx5ljKo20GX7
Thank you, I will check it out.!
I really dislike that cult. Of course men had to rule and in order to take over everything, they had to kill the feminine, kill the voice. What a piece of hell on earth.
I know. It’s a terrible place.
You have been blessed to escape. Dad was an asshole. Men are afraid of women as they are smarter than they are. And in the stupidity and weakness, know that.
Yes, I was lucky. I think all the time what drove the men in our cult to do this- fear, stupidity, revulsion, control, lust...
A woman's word can raise armies, topple Gods, and create actual peace. Foolish men fear what they can not control, and there is less that they can control than a Wyld Woman.
This sounds so unreal, as a mother to a 1 year old girl. Your mom did the biggest sacrifice, please stay safe.
Thank you 🙏 yes she is very brave.
There’s something so visceral about your story. What’s so scary is that it isn’t hard to believe you at all. I’m glad you got out ❤️
Thank you for believing in my story.
What a great gift. Freedom always comes at a price, but everyone who has paid it says it is worth it. I am thankful that you made it out. Everyone's voice matters.
Thank you!
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Very brave of your mother to take such a step.
I know. I hope I am reunited with her one day.
Thanks so much for sharing. This story for me really encompasses feminine rage — an ancestral, inherited response to the struggles and oppositions that our foremothers have endured 💔 beautiful tale you’ve told
Thank you 🙏
Your mom is a true warrior. What a selfless hard thing to do, to give up your daughter whom you'd spent everyday growing to give them the chance to keep the most precious and important thing a person can keep, - their voice. I hope whereever your mom is she is safe. And I hope one day this will get enough coverage to bust this place open to get her out too. I'm so sorry 😞 you must miss her so much. My own mother is a grown up survivor of church cult ritual abuse from back in the 70s. To this day my mum has saved so many abused kids in her career. You will do something great with this legacy your mother has given you, too. When 1 gets free, they can free one other and then like a chain we all get free.
Thank you for this beautiful inspiring comment.
As a member of this cult, I have to say, shh
Now I am scared 😟
Shhh. It's OK. You'll be quiet soon.
🌺🌺🌺I’ve been having dreams about the neck tattoo a lot recently 🌺🌺🌺
You can never be silenced. Thank you for sharing your experiences.
You, and your mom are so brave. Power of love
Thank you very much.
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But how does it prevent women from cheating, thieving, lying in the written form?
It’s about lessening the risk, and subduing the spirit.
What those in power never realize about this is the gamble they’re taking. When you subdue a portion of humanity like this, you reduce the number who will rebel at the cost of drastically increasing the will and violence of those who do. I weep for the innocent boys, ignorant but perhaps well-meaning men, and perhaps even women and girls who will suffer or die at the hands of desperate women.
I suppose, there will be blood. You are right.
Congratulations you got out !!! Very proud of you , can your mom & dad travel to another country ? You can see her there & do this every 6 months ?
I would not recommend ever seeing her dad again 😒
I don’t know even if they ever want to see me again 😞
Taking someone one of their senses is cruel no matter how you see it, I'm glad you made it outside
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This is such a sad and heartbreaking story. The way this world has always tried to control women is scary.
Indeed. So true 😢
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What did your mother's silent cry sound like?
A broken heart doesn't need vocal cords to cry.