“Escaping Polygamy TV Show Literally Saved My Life”

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Manipulated into saying yes to a betrothal to her cousin at 8 yrs old, Michelle knew there was no way she would raise her future family in this incestuous polygamous cult. Her father had 16 wives including half sisters and nieces (one of which was her mother). The horrible treatment in the group caused her to plot her escape and get emancipated at 17. Who knows what would’ve happened if her cousins from the TV show “Escaping Polygamy” didn’t come to help her when they did.
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Chapter Markers
00:00:00 Intro
00:02:54 Michelle was assigned a husband at 8 yrs old
00:09:35 TW: CA- Her dad falsely heard she was doing something bad
00:12:25 Michelle wanted to escape at 8 yrs old but couldn't
00:15:01 TW: Suic*de Ide@tion, self inflicted starv@tion
00:18:51 Doing all she can to put off getting married
00:22:41 Her meeting to arrange her plural marriage was the day after she escaped
00:29:19 Michelle's struggle to not cave to pressure and go back
00:32:50 TW: Suic*de Ide@tion
00:33:27 They were keeping her away from her siblings
00:36:07 TW: brief mentions of CA
00:38:24 How Michelle is doing now!
00:43:53 How the Order explains polygamy....
00:45:36 Linda, Listen
00:46:07 Find Michelle on Social, Resource for escaping polygamy
Theme Song Produced and Composed by Christian Guevara
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@monaalice9500 9 ай бұрын

Michelle is going to make one hell of a fine police officer. Bravery and empathy is a rare and powerful combination.

@IndigoBellyDance 5 ай бұрын

She’s smart and very hard working as well:)

@sarah_757 9 ай бұрын

It enrages me that organizations like this are allowed to continue. That these children are abused like this and no one is going a gorram thing about it.

@ankiking 9 ай бұрын

As long as “religion” is allowed to overrule law, this will happen. I personally think law must come first to protect children and others.

@morkawlanamk2319 9 ай бұрын

@@ankikingright? There's a reason why the church and the government have been split up! The law always needs to come first

@nevaehonrefni 8 ай бұрын

The amount of cities where the officers and judicial system is a part of the cults is shocking. No one cares to save us.

@nevaehonrefni 8 ай бұрын

@@ankikingwhich law and religion are supposed to be divided! It is so baffling how much religion still has a hold on the U.S.A

@lorisreality8681 8 ай бұрын

In America religious freedom is held above ALL other laws, unfortunately. Many churches and isolated religious communities look the other way when in it comes to pedophilia. It should be the opposite.

@prettybirdthepetgoosefrien8155 8 ай бұрын

I was a JW. SHUNNED at 16, I went through hell for almost 2 years while homeless. Many yrs later, now in my 30s, I'm a happy wife and mother and have been healing from the manipulation and brainwash. There were times where I didn't think id make it, but I'm so glad I didn't give up and held on through it all, because NOW, I couldn't imagine having a better, happier life ❤ I want y'all to know it's worth it, YOU'RE WORTH IT, DON'T GIVE UP , ITS POSSIBLE! ❤️

@prettybirdthepetgoosefrien8155 8 ай бұрын

@rainbowfranklin thank you! And I am sorry that your grandmother was changed by them. I hope it wasn't too bad, for yalls relationship and you didn't lose that special bond with her. Having known how they feel about death and paradise, she will have believed that she was just going to sleep for a nap, and that when she wakes up, there will be paradise. It will have been something she likely looked forward to in her last moments and it may have brought her comfort. I only tell you this hoping it brings you comfort, to know what they taught her ..much love ❤️

@judyives1832 7 ай бұрын

You should be a guest! I’m very glad you are fine now. The more people who speak out against these nasty cults the better!

@teuilawilliams 7 ай бұрын

So so sorry to hear what horrible upbringing that you have been raised and thank God that you made it and living a Happiest life God bless 🙌 😊 ❤️

@elizabethsproule5227 6 ай бұрын

So happy for you.

@LilStitchy1 2 ай бұрын

I was raised JW until CPS threatened to take me away due to the sexual abuse that was being inflicted on me until I was 5 years old. Who was commiting the abuse? My biological father and the kingdom Hall elders. All of these organizations do need to be banned.

@Aelffwynn 9 ай бұрын

Badass. Rockstar. Legend. So glad people like Michelle (and Shelise!) exist. It makes me feel like humankind is worth something after all.

@CultstoConsciousness 9 ай бұрын

🥰🙌

@Mimi73161 8 ай бұрын

everything u said!!!!!!!!

@kylielawson6281 7 ай бұрын

Ditto ❤

@RobertaReal7980 9 ай бұрын

To hear that Michelle she was abusive for telling her siblings not to talk in the car is so laughable especially coming from Jesse an incestuous abusive psychopath. How in his twisted mind he can even compare the two is beyond belief.

@graysonspaw8661 9 ай бұрын

If the topic wasn't so serious, I would have laughed at the hypocrisy. If I could say one thing to Jesse, it'd be "Look in a mirror, you prick!"

@nickywal 9 ай бұрын

Like a man with 43 wives saying you are tainted if you kiss someone before your wedding day, just doesn't have the same value coming from someone married to young nieces and half sisters

@lulubellpop13 9 ай бұрын

Before I even watch this i wanna say thank you Michelle for doing this i know it couldnt have been easy. Thank you for telling your story.

@holliegrantham5918 9 ай бұрын

The raw emotion in Michelle’s voice is just heartbreaking and inspirational all at once. What a wonderful woman. So smart and so strong! She is making a difference and I’m so proud of her!

@angelabernhardt6761 9 ай бұрын

This poor girl has been through hell. Her resiliency is incredible. I so hope she knows nothing but the most love and happiness going forward. ❤

@user-in2ru8cs1g 9 ай бұрын

From what I remember, Lifeline put out a statement later saying they realized they were being used by a cult to keep their youth from escaping. Lifeline stopped taking these kids, or at least counseled them in ways they could get help to leave.

@CultstoConsciousness 9 ай бұрын

I’m SO happy to hear that! Thanks for sharing

@issecret1 9 ай бұрын

Uhuh. So now just people outside the cult are locked in a place worse than the cult?

@helgardhossain9038 6 ай бұрын

To me they seem to be disgusted supporters of abusive & dysfunctional families ... Hard to believe that ANYONE or ANY institution will aid rapists like Paul and murderers like - was it David who shook his baby to death ... ? 💀 These are Satan's servants.

@fabulousm659 9 ай бұрын

It is crazy Michelle's thought and ways of coping as a young child are so universal for disfuncital familes and cross time and space. I am 58 years old and raise in a difuncital family and remeber the thoughts and actions she described as many of my own.

@lindseygray7721 9 ай бұрын

It’s so inspiring to see people raised with next to no education go on to college/university 😊

@xenohazard 9 ай бұрын

in the other video she completed public highschool by 15, that's not "next to no education". And honestly the way you phrased that to begin with is just rude af even to people who didn't have the same advantages as you. Don't talk down to people sharing themselves they aren't your inspiration porn.

@TinkersTales 9 ай бұрын

says a lot aboutthe USA education system

@Afmedic85 9 ай бұрын

@@xenohazardmost likely she was pulled out of school at 15. No way can you complete high school at that age

@italianmama7616 9 ай бұрын

She completed and graduated from high school at 15. It's not that hard as school is so dumbed down now.

@kylieskiffington479 9 ай бұрын

I agree. It is impressive, and I didn't find this insulting like other people are saying. I understand your point and it's a good one.

@andresvillarreal9271 9 ай бұрын

The lock-and-key analogy to polygamy is just great. You just have to add the little detail that behind every lock there is a person in bondage, or more likely, a whole family in bondage. The person with the master key is not keeping the people behind the doors safe, he is keeping them for his private use.

@elizabethconnolly3260 9 ай бұрын

Great point.

@NancyCronk 9 ай бұрын

Michelle is one of the strongest, smartest, most inspiring women I have ever seen! Thank you, Michelle, for being a bright light in our sometimes dark world!

@celineypie 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing your story, Michelle. The fact that your kids are free to be themselves and are growing up in a supportive environment means you have broken the generational trauma of abuse. That is MONUMENTAL. ❤

@BeautyAndTheBookChannel 9 ай бұрын

She’s so brave! I remember watching all of Escaping Polygamy. Her episode was heartbreaking (as were they all)

@Zitogalva 9 ай бұрын

You are so smart, that as a 8 year old you questioned, what your leaders were saying. Like, even other adults are not questioning, even if it harms them so profoundly.

@Aashka_The_Mystic 8 ай бұрын

You can hear the trauma in her voice. My heart goes out to her. She's very brave and strong for leaving. I'm glad she got out of that cult.

@vivalyann 9 ай бұрын

"I'm going to die behind that 7 11 garbage can, that's my garbage can "

@JayPee575 9 ай бұрын

I relate sooo much to her thoughts of unaliving herself. That place is the WORST place to be in. I don’t wish that place on anyone. If you are reading this and you are struggling with those feelings, you are loved. I love you. I’m happy you’re here. Your presence is a blessing and the world would not be the same without you in it. Please talk to someone and just know that you are worthy of being here.

@CultstoConsciousness 9 ай бұрын

❤️🙏

@hailyjohnson407 9 ай бұрын

Yes 100%

@georgiaegenstafer1449 6 ай бұрын

I didn't grow up in a cult HOWEVER this girls story of leaving and her parents conversations after she left with her and what the father said to the siblings..... mirrors my experience soo closely it's eerie.... How her father turned her family against her.... it's sad how I can closely relate to her. I left in a taxi, I left with bare minimum, I hid from my stepfather at friends houses and I was told I "turned my back on the family" My counselor says I mirror a vult survivor and I've always felt uncomfortable with that. I felt it took away from the real cult survivors. But man I am so shaky right now because I feel like a soul sister to this girl. I was beat, I was made to raise my siblings, I was made to do manual labor that was too hard for my body, I was forced to do serious physical labor for punishment..... I'm shaking 🥺😭😭😭 I'm glad she found healing and if she ever sees this. You can message me if you want a friend. It's very isolating going through that, most people don't understand the trauma.

@NilDreams 9 ай бұрын

Michelle’s story reminds me so much of when I escaped my Jehovah’s Witness family home. I can feel her pain as she tells her story…that was my story too. 😢

@CultstoConsciousness 9 ай бұрын

❤️🙏

@ellemarr7234 9 ай бұрын

I’m so happy to see Michelle and the other warriors from Escaping Polygamy. It’s been a long time since the show aired. I’ve been wondering how she was doing after her video with Amanda Rae. Knowing she was Jesse’s first kid to leave alone really stayed with me. Go Michelle!!! You’re living your life on your own terms. I just know your kids will have a better life than the one you had. Thank you for sharing your vulnerability and honesty. Us Outsiders send so much love and empathy for you and your family still stuck in the order. I hope they find the light and truth on the outside ❤

@carabeingblue4016 9 ай бұрын

Michelle, you were obviously thinking like a cop gathering all that evidence before leaving! such a brave and logical thinker, you"re going to do so much good for others! go girl! Be safe, dear one! thank you for sharing your experiences. Shelise, thanks again for creating space for these folks-that's brave boots on the ground enough!

@PrincessMeggs3 9 ай бұрын

Every time her voice breaks my heart hurts for her. I really hope she’s healing from everything she’s had to go through.

@teemarie5478 9 ай бұрын

❤ I’m so happy she got out and she’s living a life she looks forward to. That’s what it means to be free, freedom of choice, speech, expression, Etc.

@marthareis5873 9 ай бұрын

The cognitive manipulation and physical and emotional abuse inflicted by her parents is beyond disgusting -- she is describing torture. I am so sorry Michelle suffered such inhumanity and so, so glad she rose from these depths.

@nicoleloisee 9 ай бұрын

Michelle you were that good kid they wanted. They just couldn’t fully control you and that’s what was “wrong”. You deserved so much better. I can’t imagine how hard it must be to have lost your family but you did the right (and difficult) thing for the family you have now. You are an angel and seeing who you are today vs that scared little girl on Escaping Polygamy is unreal. I’m proud of you and I’ve said this before, but even though I’m older than you I want to be you when I grow up 😭💜

@ThisTimeLady 9 ай бұрын

Michelle, just wow. You are incredible! I wish you all the best and I think that you'll truly make a change when you become a police officer. Heck, you already ARE making such a difference! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

@angiealexis3093 6 ай бұрын

That is awful child abuse! So sorry you had to go through so much emotional and physical abuse. Keep on succeeding, keep on fighting 💪for your well being. So proud of you! God bless 🙏

@user-yn7on7ou8n 9 ай бұрын

It makes me sad that there are people who are manipulating and abusing their children, spiritually, mentally, emotionally and physically. All because of distorted religious beliefs. So glad that this young lady was able to escape. Take care snd thank you for sharing your life experience.

@Rickettsia505 8 ай бұрын

I hear hurt, pain, and anger in this intelligent young lady's voice. I wish her the best. Its amazing that her mom didn't starve....what terrible blackmail that woman tried to inflict upon her own daughter.

@cindyadkins135 6 ай бұрын

The police need to get the children out of those conditions. With all the beatings Michelle received, her parents belong in prison . This is child abuse plain and simple. Thank God Michelle got out.

@raigenhuss7030 9 ай бұрын

Shelise, you are working so hard putting out all of these interviews! Thank you for being so passionate about what you do. You deserve all the success in the world!

@Starchild719 7 ай бұрын

While I didn't go through the same levels of abuse as an LDS kid, I'm so thankful that light is being shone on the whole Mormon sphere. Thank you so much for sharing your story. We will be the generation to break the cycle ❤

@stacy6994 7 ай бұрын

Were you lds in early 1800s. Because lds doesn't do polygamy for nearly 80 years. Are you talk FLDS? Because that was different. If you don't know the difference you were neither lds nor FLDS

@judyives1832 7 ай бұрын

@@stacy6994 Wow. You are triggered! There are lots of branches that never gave up polygamy. ALL of these religions are nasty and horrible and if you are in one, instead of attacking others who are getting out, perhaps think again and look at the evidence. Cults injure people and they are based on nonsense made up by religious leaders for their own benefit.

@nickywal 6 ай бұрын

@@stacy6994Ah yes the paedo protecting at best, because let's face it any church leader who can defend not reporting paedos to protect the church, has probably abused children themselves isn't sealed to two women

@lindsaysmith4486 7 ай бұрын

I remember her episode! I am SO happy to see that she forged a life outside the order and didn't get sucked back in.

@johannamassaro3348 5 ай бұрын

Michelle is so incredibly STRONG. You can hear in her voice it still upsets her (how could it not????) I commend her for finding the strength to go through the whole process and coming out such an amazing person.

@deannapowell7237 9 ай бұрын

Her escaping polygamy episode was very intense. I remember.....I believe her when she says that show saved her life. ❤ She should be so proud of herself!! I love watching her guest appear on Amanda Rae's channel. ❤

@kylielawson6281 7 ай бұрын

OMG Michelle You Go Girl!! I Said on your last video You are a A Warrior But I Think You Are Bad Ass Warrior I don't even know you But I Am Freaking Proud of You So Much Your Daughter and Son Will be So Proud of You Truckloads of Love to You and Your Family 💕🐨🦘

@Ana_Sor4ever 9 ай бұрын

Extraordinary woman ❤: Michelle ! You have a life ahead to live and love ! You are the proof of this possible “change” you’re talking about.

@katwitanruna 9 ай бұрын

Break the silence. Break the cycle.

@thecalicocat6657 4 ай бұрын

The more I hear Michelle’s story the more it all makes sense

@achillpill9700 9 ай бұрын

Wow.. this was a HEAVY one. I'm stunned by your true spirit, your strength and resillance Michelle!!!!! You are doing so much to dismantle these horrible systems that keep people literally captive. Special thanks to you for telling your story, and to Shelise Ann Sola for facilitating so flawlessly and delicately, and to the Cults to Consiousness team. Thank you!

@justusspace 9 ай бұрын

THANK YOU for uploading this so close to part 1 - I couldnt wait to continue listening! She is an incredibly collected and strong person.

@babycakes8434 7 ай бұрын

Michelle, so happy for you that you escaped that torture, abuse and brainwashing. Best wishes to you!

@nickywal 9 ай бұрын

Its so amazing that she is going into law enforcement to help people, I was watching an interview with one of the social workers or whatever who was one of the first into the FLDS compound in Texas. How many errors they made because they had no idea what they were walking into. It took Elissa Wall sitting them down and explaining everything. Having someone they can contact easily will really help future people try to get out or even just get help. Its really scary that lifeline was still helping abuse order kids only a couple of years ago, although that person and Priscilla have contacted them to let them know the reality

@pamelaleannefreeland9025 9 ай бұрын

Michelle, I’ve watched since Escaping Polygamy and was thrilled when I came across Amanda Rae’s channel and got to see some of you and your cousins. I am so amazed at the strength, bravery, fortitude, and courage you all have. To have survived that abusive, manipulative cult and come out on top as you guys have is an inspiration. I know I’m just a stranger, but I’m so proud of you all and send you positivity and love. Take care of yourself and your babies! 💜🤗💜

@Melissa0774 9 ай бұрын

I think she'd be better off as a social worker than as a cop.

@PurelyCoincidental 9 ай бұрын

Possibly, but police aren't always great at working with local social workers. Depending on where she's living, she realistically may be more effective being directly in the ranks of the police.

@vespertine2326 6 ай бұрын

My childhood was nowhere near as horrific but so many of the same things happened- eating out of the trash, social isolation, anorexia, being "betrothed" as a child, only allowable friends are siblings, child labor, working constantly, being complicit in the abuse of siblings, the relief and hope they'll just forget you when they lock you up somewhere. Narcissistic parents and fundamentalist religion, every time. My mother literally filled the master closet (these are enormous in Texas- the size of a bedroom anywhere else) with unopened toys no-one was allowed to touch with the pretext they'd be Christmas gifts "someday". I haven't seen her in almost 20 years, they're probably still there. I think my parents have forgotten I ever existed, thankfully.

@astridcrewel7678 9 ай бұрын

I grew up in a cult and completely understand what it feels like to feel not sure what to do when you’re out. Not understanding money was a biggg hurdle for me as we were always so poor, I thought my mom buying me a drink at the gas drink was the biggest treat. The imposter syndrome and parentification are still facets of myself today I have to come to terms with. Thank you Michelle for sharing your story and being open and blunt. I know it’s not easy and it’s practice but you’re doing so well and you’ll keep continuing to thrive. Let’s make the world a better place.

@zombie.xo333 9 ай бұрын

I’m so glad escaping polygamy saved so many lives… I do hope one day you do interviews about the abuse within escaping polygamy. Amanda Rae talks quite a bit about it on her channel and I think it’s an important piece to some victims stories - leaving an abusive cult and falling to hands of an abusive “savior” is a very dark truth for a lot of people fleeing high demand organizations.

@Beginnerreadsthebible 9 ай бұрын

Yaaaa Michelle!!! ❤❤❤ The world absolutely needs good police! We need people who know what it's like to be manipulated by your family, and someone who will SPEAK UP for victims, in their moment of crisis!!!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ So much respect for you 💞

@TirraOmilade 5 ай бұрын

Her Linda Listen is so precious!

@suesanders1169 9 ай бұрын

Shelise YES YOU ARE BOOTS ON THE GROUND!!! I believe it is said : " The first step to solving a problem is IDENTIFYING THE PROBLEM." ( Something to that effect. ) Your guests, John ( I believe it is ), and yourself are bringing AWARENESS ( IDENTIFYING ) the PROBLEM so a solution CAN BE FOUND.

@CultstoConsciousness 9 ай бұрын

I appreciate that!

@juliekarpenske5449 9 ай бұрын

This was the hardest so far to watch of the order members. I feel so much for these women and the BS they have to deal with. Y'all are rockstars, and please, keep spreading the word of these terrible cults. I'm so glad you got out!!

@jennifercornman1291 9 ай бұрын

I’m so impressed and proud of you Michelle. Good luck to your career. ❤❤❤

@shirakestenbaum4705 8 ай бұрын

Thank you Michelle for sharing your incredible journey, and thank Shelise Ann Sola for doing what you do. I know that Michelle will make a wonderful cop - so strong, bright, and brave!

@CultstoConsciousness 8 ай бұрын

❤️❤️❤️

@-MaryPoppins- 6 ай бұрын

I’ve never wanted to jump through the screen and hug someone so much. You sweet, sweet girl❤️ you’re decades beyond your age and I’m so so sorry you’ve had to grow up so terribly fast. The abuse you’ve been through can never be rectified, but I truly hope you’ve been able to find the right people to hold you up when you feel down❤️

@mollygraf3305 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for this second part of the interview. Michelle is an amazing woman to go through so much and end up in a good space.

@philippalincoln2262 9 ай бұрын

Thank you Michelle for sharing the end of your story. It’s so uplifting for me in middle age, to see younger survivors of cults and religious trauma find meaning and purpose in their lives, and do better than I was able to (due to ignorance and lack of support). Thank you once again to Shelise, this channel has helped me explore things no counsellor has ever been able to understand, due to the rarity of this experience in the UK. Your work is valuable, and it helps so much to feel that others understand ❤

@CultstoConsciousness 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing that. It means so much knowing it’s making a real difference in people’s lives!❤️🙏

@SonjaShindler 9 ай бұрын

Michelle has such courage. I’m so proud of her determination and strength. Thank you.

@eden_aumakua 9 ай бұрын

Michelle -I heard you say that you "made" someone beat you. That was always THEIR choice! You're an beautiful, wise & intelligent person. I'm sure you know this now.

@tracytaylor1893 9 ай бұрын

Michelle is such strong woman she needs to make a channel ❤🎉🎉

@danysanerd2383 9 ай бұрын

Idk about that hon, did you hear the part where she's got two kids, and is in school & that and I'm pretty sure she works too 😅 So I'm just saying don't hold your breath on that. 😅 And besides Amanda shares her platform so well 🫶

@rebekahjimenez2808 7 ай бұрын

These videos are so heavy. I can't binge-watch them. Sometimes I can't even finish one in a single sitting. But thank you for telling these stories. The world needs to know their stories so we can stop them from happening again.

@ClairesMyth 9 ай бұрын

Love what you've decided to do as a profession/being a police officer!! Nice work Michelle 💕

@Valiant.Unicorn 9 ай бұрын

Love hearing about this side of your story Michelle🤍💜🤍. Yes even family doesn't realize everything you've gone through. One tough Lady ❤️‍🔥🦄

@nickinoonah 9 ай бұрын

Wow, it never ceases to amaze me how strong human beings can be in the face of such abuse, I sincerely hope you have found some peace and happiness now Michelle.

@dawnfeatherstone7155 9 ай бұрын

Michelle, as you well know, your decision was the only decision you could have made. In a few years maybe, one or more of your siblings may see the glimmer of hope you have given and they may follow you. Just know that you are loved from near and far. Your story is one of endurance, courage and strength. Be proud of yourself and never falter in your freedom. May love and peace be with you always. xx from Australia

@brynndubose2524 8 ай бұрын

I left fundamentalist mormonism (AUB) after 23 years of marriage (2nd wife). I can do relate to the strength and courage Michelle had to have to leave. She just wanted to be "good". Leaving would be just the opposite, and there is such confusion and heartbreak in the decision to walk away and still feel like you are a "good" person.

@CultstoConsciousness 8 ай бұрын

Oh wow thank you for sharing. I’d be interested to hear more of your story. Cultstoconsciousness@gmail.com

@bridgwll 9 ай бұрын

Michelle is great at telling a story. She is great at getting information.

@teraconley7173 7 ай бұрын

I remember watching your freedom. It is SOOO comforting to know you MADE IT! so proud of you!!!

@ah5721 8 ай бұрын

Talk about generational trauma and crazy town ! These men are narcissistic and toxic. Glad she got out! Poor sweet girl is perfect the way she is.

@Georgie3463 4 ай бұрын

Michelle's story is heartbreaking! I wish her all the best in her new life. She's an amazing,smart and strong woman who has endured abuse no child should ever go through.

@michellebatchelder 9 ай бұрын

My favorite quote from him in that episode was him calling Christine a bad sisterwife saying something to the effect of her being bad because she took her kids away from their dad and Robyn never did that, EXCEPT SHE DID she took her kids away from THEIR DAD idk his name something Jessop

@lesleymcbride4297 9 ай бұрын

What a story! Michelle you are an inspiration!

@joelbowyer 9 ай бұрын

Still absolutely ADORE you guys digging deeper into multiple perspectives from a similar place. *Michelle,* KEEP STRONG. your trauma is so complex, you are doing a beautiful job at taking charge of your narrative and making the life you deserve. You are SO strong, your will and desire to understand and move on is inspiring. Be well Love and support as always! 🖤🖤

@karlab95 9 ай бұрын

Michelle is so strong for escaping this abuse. It breaks my heart that she feels she abused her siblings when she was also a victim in that situation. I completely understand her guilt, but she was forced into that position. It's so awful Listening to how she wants to better the world filled my heart. I'm amazed.

@TirraOmilade 5 ай бұрын

Go Michelle!!! So proud of you! You exemplify the power of the human spirit!

@BrigitteDiessl 5 ай бұрын

I am so pleased for Michelle. She is going to be so awesome. The world needs more people like her.

@SandyMacQ 9 ай бұрын

Michelle, you are a survivor. Stop the guilt of accountability about your childhood. You had no choice, no options and were forced to go into self preservation mode aka surviving. I’ll pray for your siblings still living under the orders control

@user-no9ow1gx9i 9 ай бұрын

And speaking of locks, has Jesse ever been locked up for killing one of his children? No statute of limitations on murder....

@jenniferbyrne4567 7 ай бұрын

You are so strong and brave. I am disgusted by your mom’s behaviors.

@maryfrump7937 8 ай бұрын

No one should be beaten

@tarotqueen9118 8 ай бұрын

Themental gymnastics the mind games your own parents put you through is almost worse than getting beat. I would have lost my mind.

@ronaldbrochu8621 9 ай бұрын

From Angele💝 I left a message with the other video on Michelle. But, I need to say: Michelle, you are a special person. So strong. So beautiful. Like the other person said: BADASS!!!!!!!!! You go girl.

@kimberlyhacker3334 9 ай бұрын

Michelle is a strong woman, and I am so glad she is free.

@bettyhappschatt3467 9 ай бұрын

Michelle, you are a tough cookie. How about becoming Judge Michelle?

@samanthamarie6012 7 ай бұрын

What an incredibly strong woman. 😢😢😢 You're amazing and so resilient

@helgardhossain9038 6 ай бұрын

Dear Michelle, you are an incredibly strong person ... 💪 The way you described your childhood made a huge impact on me 😢 ... I am so happy you took this turtourous path to escape & make a better life for yourself ... ❤️🙏 Please take my apologies for me sometimes airing my anger 🤬 and frustration - I would love to repay your dad & mum what they inflicted on you ...

@tweetscotchy1093 9 ай бұрын

So much Manipulation. Dad=Narcissist, Mom=Flying Monkey Im so sorry you had a difficult childhood, without choices or thoughts or dreams. ❤

@marquitaarmstrong399 9 ай бұрын

Hurray for Michelle. What an Advocate!!!!!! ❤️

@tiffanyrose8344 9 ай бұрын

I remember on the site it was a big deal she was leaving since like she said "Jesse' kids don't leave" Its so for she got out and is still out pushing through.

@beepboopbeep4801 9 ай бұрын

I feel so bad you can hear the nerves in her voice. Im glad youre out girl. Theres alot of us out here that are cheering on everyone brave enough to find a way to freedom ❤

@avrilduck8326 8 ай бұрын

It was a really cool episode to just hear a girls' story. It wasn't salacious or sensationalised, but practical and real. Thank you both, it opened up a door without judgement.

@angiedewolf6512 9 ай бұрын

What a wonderful interview! Glad Michelle is doing so well and enjoying all her success!

@cmrsnowflake 9 ай бұрын

My thoughts on the 🔒 and 🗝️ metaphor. - If you have a lock with several keys, you have a house that's not very secure = you have no security at home. You want to live in a home with only one keyholder so you feel very safe (that was the spin I was expecting from the patriarchs. It would be a sort of wobbly metaphor, but effective emotional manipulation). - If you have a lock and there are several keys, you have a space shared by a community. If you have a bunch of locks and only one key, you have a jail. (That sounds to me like it aligns better with reality). I want to note that as used by the order, the sexual imagery of the metaphor is really gross, and not an empowering representation of either phallic or vulvic spiritual power. And the aggressive heterosexuality is very bad for everyone psychologically and emotionally all around.

@ah5721 8 ай бұрын

This is a good apology

@maxbs67 9 ай бұрын

Michelle you are an amazing and strong woman!! You have so much to offer to the world. I am awe struck at how far you´ve come and know that you will make it to wherever you want to go in life!

@BodilWandt 9 ай бұрын

I've just listened to both of your interviews. Thank you so much for sharing and spreading awareness! I'm truly impressed by you. Lately I've taken in very much information about different cults in the US. It is mind blowing how many communities there are - both religious and others - that are free their own states within the states, with really oppressive internal law and order. I know it has to do with principles that are exaggeratedly valued in US , like free speech and fredom of religion. Those principles are so highly valued that the fact that none of them are meant to be used as excuses to exploit and abuse others. I can certainly see you being able to channel your knowledge and wisdom in to working within the justice system - and I can certainly also see you extracting yourself from that system if you don't see that "they" are sincere with their intentions to do better in this area. If you ever would have to come to that point, I can certainly see you channeling all your knowledge and wisdom in the civil society and be helping just as much. So I'm happy about your passion and chosen path for the sake of just about everyone. All my best wishes for youa In gratitude.

@MaddMaggs 9 ай бұрын

I have enjoyed Michelle each time she has been on, but that girl brought me to tears today when she revealed that she knows she can make a change. God has blessed you, lady. You are blessed to be a blessing, love. 💖

@sarahthesarah2850 9 ай бұрын

Telling this is very Heroic Michelle. I hope you are surrounded by many loving and compassionate people who support you and your healing. It is so important to know what this looks like so we can all work together to make a better world for each of us and our children.