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Cults and Social Needs (with Alice Mottola)

Clearer Thinking with Spencer Greenberg

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Cults: Charisma and Community

This chapter explores the complex dynamics between community building and individual fulfillment within cults, emphasizing the allure of charismatic leaders. It highlights how cults can satisfy deep-seated human needs for belonging and purpose while also acknowledging the darker aspects of their functioning. By examining the interplay of leadership, group solidarity, and the psychological motivations of members, the discussion challenges conventional narratives surrounding cult dynamics.

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