11 Things I’ve Learned From All The Cult Documentaries & Podcasts

As someone who has been closely connected to individuals recovering from controlling relationships and cultic abuse, I have taken it upon myself to educate and inform by immersing myself in cult documentaries, books on cult recovery, and podcasts. One podcast, in particular, that has become a favorite of mine is Rachel Bernstein’s Indoctrination, and I especially appreciate the “Just one thing before you go” segment at the end of each interview. In this section, Rachel summarizes the important aspects of psycho-education that we need to be aware of in order to protect ourselves and our loved ones from spiritual abuse and coercive control. I have been diligently taking notes from my learnings and sharing them with those close to me. Allow me to share with you some of the key takeaways.

The Power of Manipulation

1. The easiest way to control someone is to inflate their ego and then tear them down.

Many cults and controlling relationships begin by exploiting a person’s feelings of unworthiness, making them believe that they will be special if they are chosen by the controller or if they become part of a group of “better than” individuals. However, this dynamic also requires the person being groomed for manipulation and control to feel “not special” in relation to the controller. The individual gains a sense of specialness by being associated with a group of “special people” or by being close to a seductive, powerful, beautiful, intelligent, talented, or “enlightened” individual who possesses narcissistic or sociopathic traits. Unfortunately, this illusion of specialness eventually crumbles, leaving the person to realize the pain of being “unspecial.” To effectively control someone, there needs to be a hierarchical power structure where certain individuals are deemed more valuable than others. By dismantling this hierarchy and promoting shared power within relationships and groups, the entire manipulation falls apart.

Recognizing Love Bombing

2. Love bombing is a significant red flag.

Love bombing, defined as the practice of showering someone with excessive attention and affection to manipulate or influence them, should raise concerns. It is essential to pay attention and take a step back if someone is making you feel overly special. While falling in love or being passionate about a cause can make you feel special, it should not distort your perception to the point where you believe you are more special than others or less special than the person attempting to control you. Genuine love and affection feel distinct from love bombing, and it requires emotional intelligence and critical thinking to discern the difference. Beware of individuals who enter your life and immediately shower you with excessive flattery, expensive gifts, premature terms of endearment, or undue pressure to commit to them. Real love, intimacy, and

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is holistic medicine so much better?

Holistic health care focuses on treating the whole person rather than on individual symptoms. This means looking at how someone feels, what they eat, where they live, how much stress they are under etc…

Holistic medicine takes into account all aspects of a patient’s life and treats them like a whole package. This may sound simple but it is not easy to practice. Most doctors are focused on the physical side.

What are the benefits of holistic medicine over conventional medicine?

Many cultures and religions around the globe have been using holistic medicine for thousands of year. They were based upon ancient knowledge and experienced.

These medicines can be used safely, effectively, naturally, and are affordable. Side effects of these medicines are very low compared to pharmaceutical drugs.

They will also assist you in achieving better health and well-being.

They can help prevent illness and improve your overall health.

They could even be used to treat heart disease, cancer, diabetes, arthritis, asthma and depression.

There are many traditional medicines available, with each having its own benefits.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 80% of the world’s population still relies on traditional treatment methods for their injuries and illnesses.

According to some reports, about half a million people depend on traditional herbal remedies for their primary healthcare.

By 2020, the global market for complementary therapy is expected to be worth $22.2 billion.

To avoid side effects from conventional treatments, people are turning to alternative methods of medical care.

When other treatments fail, many people resort to complementary therapies. These therapies may be tried before they resort to medication or surgery.

There are many good reasons to choose complementary therapies.

To improve the quality and quantity of your life
To reduce stress levels
For relaxation
To relieve pain
To enhance immunity
Supportive services for dealing with serious diseases
To boost energy
To control weight
To maintain good nutrition
To improve sleep patterns
To deal with chronic diseases

What is the alternative to holistic medicine?

Holistic medicine is a way to approach health care that takes into account all aspects of the body, as well as its spiritual, emotional, and social dimensions. It is based on the concept that any illness must have multiple causes and requires a combination of treatments for maximum effectiveness.

Holistic medicine doctors believe that prevention is more effective than treatment. To achieve optimal wellness, holistic medicine doctors work closely alongside their patients.

They seek to identify underlying causes of disease and prevent it from recurring. Holistic doctors consider the whole body and not just the individual organs. Holistic physicians often refer to the whole being as “the Body”.

This means that they look beyond the skin and treat the body holistically. The doctor may suggest lifestyle and diet changes. He might also recommend yoga or meditation, herbal supplements, massages, acupuncture, chiropractic care, or other forms alternative medicine.

What’s the difference between holistic medicine, traditional medicine, and holistic?

Traditional medicine only treats symptoms. Holistic medicine treats the entire person. Holistic medicine is holistic and does not focus on any one aspect of the patient’s/her health.

Traditional medicine treats certain organs, systems, or diseases (e.g. the brain), while holistic medicines consider all aspects and the entire body. It also looks at how lifestyle choices affect overall wellness.

Statistics

A 15-year systematic review published in 2022 on the global acceptance and use of CAM among medical specialists found the overall acceptance of CAM at 52% and the overall use at 45%. (en.wikipedia.org)
According to a 2005 book by a US [116]Institute of Medicine panel, the number of RCTs focused on CAM has risen dramatically. (en.wikipedia.org)
According to the World Health Organization, 80% of people use herbal medicine worldwide. (webmd.com)
The concept of regression toward the mean implies that an extreme result is more likely to be followed by a less extreme result. (en.wikipedia.org)
An assessment of conventional treatments found that 41.3% concluded positive or possibly positive effects, 20% concluded no effect, 8.1% concluded net harmful effects, and 21.3% concluded insufficient evidence. (en.wikipedia.org)

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What is it that a holistic doctor does that a conventional doctor doesn’t do?

A holistic doctor provides a wider range of services than a traditional doctor, including a nutritionist, massage therapist, acupuncturist, homeopath, naturopath, etc.

Holistic doctors work with patients holistically. They look at each person’s lifestyle and environment, and treat the root causes of any health problems, rather than treating the symptoms. This allows them to find the root cause and implement preventative and long-term health measures. Holistic doctors employ natural remedies, such as essential oils and herbs, to treat illness. They offer nutritional and dietary advice to help you live a healthy lifestyle.

The holistic doctor also offers therapies such as reflexology and acupuncture, reiki, yoga, meditation, shiatsu, shiatsu, shiatsu, reiki, reiki, shamanic healing, hypnotherapy, craniosacral, and many other treatments.

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By: Karoline
Title: 11 Things I’ve Learned From All The Cult Documentaries & Podcasts
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Published Date: Sat, 11 Nov 2023 01:32:03 +0000