Psychology of Cults, Golden Dawn, Magick
The Conversation: The dark psychology of how people really get drawn into cults
Arizona Daily Star: 'Cult' church member molested small boy while his children napped, new victim says
A Little Bit Culty: Is It a Spiritual Path or a Cult? Mitch Horowitz Helps Us Break It Down
"Like other quirky TV shows that explore coercively controlling groups, Sirens leans into the "wackiness" of cult life. Set on a remote island, an affluent community exists under the extravagant rule of Michaela Kell aka Kiki (Julianne Moore). Her devoted followers – many of whom are employed by her – are committed to ensuring her every whim is met.
This carefully curated existence appears bizarre but flawless, until outsider Devon (Meghann Fahy) arrives looking for her sister Simone (Milly Alcock) and begins to illuminate the control and cult-like behaviour being used as tools of oppression.
It is easy to laugh along with Sirens, to get caught up in the eccentric characters and absurd rituals – from assistants being instructed to sext Kiki's partner to rituals around perfuming her underwear drawer each morning. We shake our heads at the characters' choices and reassure ourselves: "I would never fall for that, I would just leave."
But the uncomfortable truth is it's not that simple."
" ... What portrayals of cult communities in sitcoms often miss, or gloss over, is the deeply manipulative psychology behind why leaving a cult is incredibly difficult.
Research into cult experiences has shown, cults do not just trap people physically. They entrap them mentally and emotionally too."
Arizona Daily Star: 'Cult' church member molested small boy while his children napped, new victim says
" ... Former members have accused Golden Dawn of being a "cult" because of what they describe as the church's practices of excommunicating former members, isolating congregants from the outside world, manipulating members' financial and health decisions and allegedly ignoring child sexual abuse allegations for decades, an Arizona Daily Star/Lee Enterprises investigation found."
A Little Bit Culty: Is It a Spiritual Path or a Cult? Mitch Horowitz Helps Us Break It Down
" ... Historian and occult scholar Mitch Horowitz joins us to explore the space where spirituality meets personal growth, and how easily it can slip into culty territory. His latest book, Practical Magick: Ancient Tradition and Modern Practice, helps make sense of mystical ideas while encouraging intentional belief.
We dig into the red flags to watch for on the seeker's path, from peer pressure and time abuse to isolation and guru worship. We also talk about money, emotion, and how performance culture can sneak into spiritual spaces. Mitch makes the case for private exploration, critical thinking, and walking away when something doesn't feel right.
Whether you're deep into the woo or just woo-adjacent, this one's packed with insight on how to stay curious without giving your power away."
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