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TWI is mostly old-timers. At the very least, judgement is being thought of. I wouldn't call it kinder, gentler. Tactics are just less overt and direct. If Jessie is intelligent, he/she will note inconsistencies. Over time, some level of frustration will build. They want people to implode on themselves, if they're becoming wise to the act.

Herein lies the problem for parents like us (and others who are trying to help). Jessie doesn't see any of the things that you describe at the home fellowship level or in the classes Jessie has taken. Previously, I've asked Jessie about people who leave and Jessie says that some people don't come back because it just isn't their thing. Jessie says there is no judgement placed on them. (I don't think Jessie has ever heard of mark and avoid.) Jessie has said that if someone leaves, they can still be friends with the people who remain in the Way. Could it possibly be that they have taken a kinder, gentler tone more recently with the goal of keeping some money flowing in? Or maybe Jessie just has nicer leadership? Just wondering...