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 rebuild after religious trauma, this conversation is for you.

💬 Need Help? You're Not Alone.
If you or someone you know is dealing with alcohol addiction, bipolar disorder, or both — there is help available. These resources offer education, support groups, treatment options, and real-life guidance.

🌐 MENTAL HEALTH & BIPOLAR
▪️ NAMI – Bipolar Disorder - https://www.nami.org/About-Mental-Illness/Mental-Health-Conditions/Bipolar-Disorder/
▪️ DBSA – Support & Education - https://www.dbsalliance.org/
▪️ MentalHealth.gov

🍷 ADDICTION & RECOVERY
▪️ SAMHSA Helpline (24/7) – 📞 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
▪️ Find an AA Meeting - https://www.aa.org/find-aa
▪️ SMART Recovery - https://smartrecovery.org/

🧠 DUAL DIAGNOSIS SUPPORT
▪️ NIDA – Mental Illness + Addiction - https://nida.nih.gov/research-topics/co-occurring-disorders-health-conditions
▪️ SAMHSA Main Site - https://www.samhsa.gov/

📱 Text Support
▪️ Text "HELLO" to 741741 to speak with a trained crisis counselor 24/7