Ever thought you wanted to become Amish? Over the past 15 years, I've heard from many people who wanted to join the Amish. But I've only known a handful who have done it.

In this video I deliver some real talk about becoming Amish. Why do people want to join the Amish? What are the biggest challenges? Why does it often not work out? I also share some examples of Amish converts - Marlene, Ed, and others - who actually have joined - and remained - Amish.

00:00 Intro
00:26 Obstacles to joining
02:44 Which communities do people join?
04:30 HOW to join the Amish
06:41 Why it doesn't work out
11:08 Meet some Amish converts
15:26 Should you join the Amish?
19:19 Did I (Erik) ever want to become Amish?

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My name is Erik Wesner and I'm not Amish. Back in 2004, I met the Amish while selling books. Since then, I've visited 5,000+ Amish homes & dozens of Amish communities. I run the Amish America website. More: [ Ссылка ]

Image credits: Don Burke ([ Ссылка ]), Jim Halverson, Don Shenk ([ Ссылка ]), Tom in NY, Jerry in PA, Anne, Pat Burk (Marlene C. Miller - [ Ссылка ])

Sources cited:

"Former big-city chef turns Amish, makes charcuterie in rural Maine", Bangor Daily News, Abigail Curtis, January 13, 2016. [ Ссылка ]

"Amish converts choosing their religion and building roots in oldest settlement", The Guardian, Kevin Williams, August 7, 2015. [ Ссылка ]

Amish America posts:

"Marlene Miller on Grace Leads Me Home: Giveaway & Interview", June 28, 2012. [ Ссылка ]

"Amish “Music Mystery Supper” (Guess These 14 Food Riddles) [Updated With Winner]", June 20, 2019. [ Ссылка ]

"When a son joins the Amish", June 1, 2012. [ Ссылка ]

"When a son joins the Amish: What about photos?", June 8, 2012. [ Ссылка ]

"When a son joins the Amish: The only treasure you can take to Heaven", September 17, 2014. [ Ссылка ]

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