Truth 2x2 Cult Kids 2x2 Vocabulary: Meek
Oct 6, 2025
The discussion dives into the complexities of the term 'meekness,' especially for women within the 2x2 community. Laura critiques how the group's use of sheep and lamb metaphors enforces a culture of submissiveness. She highlights the toxic expectations placed on women to embody meekness, sacrificing their autonomy. By comparing obedient lambs to rebellious goats, the podcast uncovers the unsettling dynamics behind these labels. Listeners are invited to reflect on their own feelings surrounding this loaded language.
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Meekness As A Loaded Group Value
- Laura highlights that 'meekness' is a loaded term she rarely uses outside Truth 2x2 contexts.
- She links meekness to submissiveness framed as being like a sheep in group teachings.
Sheep And Goat Testimonies
- Laura recounts sermons and testimonies that praise lamb-like followers and deride goats who 'can't be controlled'.
- She describes humorous yet telling stories about lambs following to slaughter and goats escaping fences.
Meekness Used To Enforce Conformity
- Laura connects meekness with humbleness and humility used to police behaviour and prevent being 'led astray'.
- She explains that lack of meekness is framed as rebelliousness, a label especially applied to women and girls.