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Life in the Shadows: Growing Up in a Cult
This chapter recounts the harrowing experiences of growing up in the Children of God cult, revealing the psychological and physical abuse endured during childhood. The narrative highlights the oppressive living conditions, indoctrination practices, and manipulation tactics designed to control members, particularly in relation to sexual exploitation. Through personal testimonies, it explores the complex dynamics of community, power, and the profound trauma resulting from a life shrouded in fear and deception.