spiritual abuse

Narcissists crave control, so some find religion to be a perfect fit as they become the spokesperson for God. Psychotherapist Dr. Les Carter explains how narcissists can hijack religion as a means of maintaining an attitude of superiority. Dr. Les Carter is a best selling author and...

We commonly associate cults with religious systems of dominance and control. But Dr. Les Carter describes how many other social structures can share the same traits of authoritarianism and exclusiveness. He identifies the primary qualities of cult-like systems and addresses ways to break free...

In part two of this series, I revisit the topic of cult recovery with Dr Janja Lalich, one of the most well-respected cult experts, to discuss how cults exert influence and what can be done to break free from their vice-like grip. Interview by Lloyd Evans on his Youtube Channel with Dr Janja...

What do cults do mentally and emotionally to their followers and how can those breaking free properly recover from their experience? I'm joined by cult expert Dr Alexandra Stein who shares her considerable knowledge and insights. An interview by Lloyd Evans on his Youtube Channel with cult...

Excerpt: In this second installment of the two-part editorial, The Small Town Humanist will be continuing the discussion on what indoctrination means, how brainwashing works, and explaining in detail how mind control techniques used by religious cults can absolutely destroy someone’s life. The...

Excerpt: In this two-part editorial, The Small Town Humanist will be discussing what indoctrination means, how brainwashing works and explaining in detail how mind control techniques used by religious cults can absolutely destroy someone’s life. 'I was a victim of severe indoctrination from...

Stronger After: Recovery from cults - A talk with Frances Peters What's wrong with Watchtower - A talk with Frances Peters "Cult hopping'with Frances Peters - When you feel lost you are vulnerable. You need a safe place. After a cult, who am I? - with Frances Peters Signs of cult...

Interview by Lloyd Evans with Dutch ex JW & Cult counselor Frances Peters about her work and testimony as an ex-pioneer, who woke up with her husband.

Why Didn't Jehovah Stop Watchtower From Hurting Us?

The Dutch FreeChoice Recovery website of Frances Peters. Free Choice offers coaching and counseling in recovery after a controlling group or relationship in Holland, but Frances speaks English. Working as a Coach/Counsellor since 2010, with expertise in identity development and the impact of...

Interview by Steven Hassan with former Dutch pioneer for 25 years, Frances Peters. "When we think of cults, we think of being recruited into them. It’s easy to forget some people are born into them like my guest today, Frances Peters, who was born and raised in the Jehovah's Witnesses before...

How a high control religion or a cult can shape you as a person. They make you feel like you're part of something special and you don't realize that you're living in a bubble, in another reality. The cults' and your own false reality. Constant fear of things and people in the world. Experiencing...

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Crusaders EXJW Documentary - YouTube

Help for Those Hurt by Watchtower

Are you infected with a spiritual malady? I really really enjoyed this video a friend shared with a group I'm in. I know you'll like it too! PDC = Performance Based Christianity SP = Spiritual Perfectionism Are you stuck in spiritual slavery? Many would say "no" to this question but are not...

This book was quoted in Crisis of Conscience so I thought I would look into it. They had it as an ebook at my library and as soon as I started reading I went ahead and purchased on Amazon. Super good...I have my highlighter working overtime, and I keep reading parts to my husband that are SO...

Just released: Renowned pyschologist and author Dr Darrel Ray joins me to explain religious trauma syndrome and how it afflicts many who are exposed to fundamentalist religious groups. You can learn more about Dr Darrel Ray and his work with Recovering From Religion by clicking here...