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Was I In A Cult?
The Cult Guru: “How to Save The World w/ Dr. Steven Hassan”
Apr 1, 2024
Dr. Steven Hassan, a former Moonie cult member, shares insights on cult mind control, helping loved ones in cults, and the impact of coercive control laws. The podcast explores social psychology principles, group conformity studies, and the influence of Edward Bernays on consumer behavior and propaganda techniques.
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- Humor and creativity are essential in healing post-cult trauma.
- Understanding social influence studies reveals human tendency to prioritize group approval over individual conscience.
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Bernays and the Power of Influence
Edward Bernays, known as the father of public relations, applied psychological principles to manipulate public opinion and shape consumer behavior. He demonstrated how influencing perceived needs through advertising impacts consumer choices, like associating smoking with feminism and using green cigarette packs to target women. His methods were embraced by figures like Joseph Goebbels for propaganda purposes.
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