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413. Raised by Thetans in a Galactic Gulag | Aaron Smith-Levin
Jan 11, 2024
Aaron Smith-Levin, a former Scientologist and host of the "Growing Up In Scientology" YouTube channel, shares his gripping journey of growing up in the controversial church. He discusses the psychological allure of Scientology’s teachings and how they mask personal responsibility by introducing spiritual entities. Smith-Levin reveals the emotional struggles faced when breaking free from such a belief system and vividly critiques the organization’s coercive tactics that fracture family bonds. His insights shed light on the ongoing fight against this manipulative cult.
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- Scientology's appeal lies in its promise of liberation and the belief in its ability to explain the fallen state of humanity.
- The lure of Scientology is grounded in the belief in unreleased OT levels and the potential for gaining higher spiritual abilities.
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The Appeal of Scientology
The belief that Scientology offered a way to escape the perceived prison of life on Earth was appealing. The promise of achieving full spiritual abilities, becoming fully stable exterior at will with full perception, and bypassing the between lives implant station was enticing. It offered the possibility of becoming an all-powerful spiritual being and taking on the responsibility of helping others achieve the state of clear. The appeal was grounded in the belief that Scientology provided an explanation for the fallen state of humanity and offered a path to liberation.
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