Interesting panel about cults and alternative religions, with two eloquent and knowledgeable guests. Insightful and fresh approaches to subjects such as: therapy for “cult” members, and, as well articulated by Dr. Erin Prophet, the importance of openness, transparency and reforming small religious groups.
This was a great discussion. Really eye opening for me as I grew up in a similar religious movement and still have family in. It has taken me about four years since leaving the group to start gaining a more nuanced view of the topic and my experiences growing up and even see some of the positives of my childhood in such an environment. Thanks for putting this up and keep up the good work👍🏾
All religions have "cultish" elements depending on how far in you involve yourself. I was a member of the church that Erin alluded to for 12 years. I didn't feel compelled to do anything outside of my free will, although there was an underlying warning that to stray outside the teachings of the organization carried risks to one's soul. But that's true of all religions. Catholics and most Christian groups preach of hell, which is about as frightening as it gets, if you stray from biblical teachings. So, to criticize groups that allow members to come and go as they please doesn't really make them a cult, even if you think their beliefs are wacky.
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Interesting panel about cults and alternative religions, with two eloquent and knowledgeable guests. Insightful and fresh approaches to subjects such as: therapy for “cult” members, and, as well articulated by Dr. Erin Prophet, the importance of openness, transparency and reforming small religious groups.
This was a great discussion. Really eye opening for me as I grew up in a similar religious movement and still have family in. It has taken me about four years since leaving the group to start gaining a more nuanced view of the topic and my experiences growing up and even see some of the positives of my childhood in such an environment. Thanks for putting this up and keep up the good work👍🏾
Very informative. Dr. Prophet was particularly impressive.
All religions have "cultish" elements depending on how far in you involve yourself. I was a member of the church that Erin alluded to for 12 years. I didn't feel compelled to do anything outside of my free will, although there was an underlying warning that to stray outside the teachings of the organization carried risks to one's soul. But that's true of all religions. Catholics and most Christian groups preach of hell, which is about as frightening as it gets, if you stray from biblical teachings. So, to criticize groups that allow members to come and go as they please doesn't really make them a cult, even if you think their beliefs are wacky.