All In The Mind

Cults and coercive control

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Mar 23, 2024
Exploring the psychological allure of cults, coercive control tactics, and challenges faced by former members. Delving into similarities between cults and domestic abuse, and the need for legal interventions. Highlighting challenges of leaving religious cults and reintegration into society. Unpacking the recovery journey post-cult experience and debunking myths about cult recruitment. Addressing generational abuse complexities and counseling individuals from cults.
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ANECDOTE

Torah's 11-Year Cult Journey

  • Torah Clevere joined the Children of God cult feeling lost and disillusioned in life at 22.
  • He spent 11 years there before finally leaving with his family.
INSIGHT

Cult Recruitment Targets Vulnerability

  • Anyone can join a cult, especially in vulnerable life phases like grief or major change.
  • Cults exploit common human needs for belonging and purpose, not ignorance or gullibility.
INSIGHT

Cults Use Coercive Control

  • Cults use coercive control tactics akin to domestic abuse to keep members obedient.
  • These include love bombing, constant scrutiny, isolation, and undermining self-confidence.
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