HisChild Posted November 11, 2009 Posted November 11, 2009 [quote name='TradMom' date='10 November 2009 - 11:08 AM' timestamp='1257876526' post='1999592'] +Praised be Jesus Christ! I have been censored in the past for posting links to "ex-members" stories and perspectives. However, I think it is very important that we are able to look at things completely, especially when there is secrecy or the "unknown" involved. Many people who regularly post on this board are former members of cloistered communities and have spoken openly about their experience (thank you!) - difficulties, challenges and the beauties they encountered. I believe strongly in looking at both sides of ANY group before entering. If anyone would like to pm me for further information, please do so. Pax! TradMom [/quote] I agree. I think if the person is mature, they can take whatever the former member shares and apply it to their own discernment. For instance, if someone who left said that part of their concerns had to do with _________________, the new discerner might be able to use that because they know of all the issues one might have with religious life, living in community, etc. ________________ is it. It can be very beneficial. Especially if the discerner also realizes that another's experiences doesn't mean yours will be the same.
TradMom Posted November 16, 2009 Posted November 16, 2009 +Praised be Jesus Christ! HisChild, you said it beautifully. Pax! TradMom
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