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Recover From Coercive Control

Blogs About All Things Cultish And Coercive Control


Education vs Indoctrination in Cults
Explore the stark contrast between education and indoctrination in cults.

Renee Spencer
Aug 25, 20243 min read


To Keep Australia’s Freedom of Religion, We Need Coercive Control Laws for Cults
Discover why Australia needs coercive control laws to protect religious freedom and combat cults.

Renee Spencer
Aug 17, 20243 min read


The Weaponisation of Exclusive Knowledge
The weaponisation of exclusive knowledge is a powerful took used by some cult leaders to manipulate and control others.

Renee Spencer
Aug 6, 20243 min read


How Cult Leaders Exploit Sacred Texts to Radicalise and Dominate Followers Across 5 Major Religions
Explore how cult leaders exploit sacred texts to radicalise and dominate followers across 5 major religions.

Renee Spencer
Aug 2, 20245 min read


Nice Cult Leaders: The Charismatic Facade Used to Attract Followers
Learn about the facade of 'nice cult leaders' and their charismatic allure. Explore how they attract followers and build loyalty.

Renee Spencer
Jul 31, 20244 min read


The Narcissistic Personalities Behind Divisive Leadership: Cult Leaders and the Messiah Complex
Uncover the destructive influence of narcissistic cult leadership with a messiah complex.

Renee Spencer
Jul 28, 20243 min read


The Hidden Cost of Free Labour: Recruitment in Cults
The dark reality of cult recruitment labour and its impact on members. Explore the coercive tactics and promises used to exploit free labour

Renee Spencer
Jul 27, 20244 min read


Cults Are Not Just Religious Groups: The Issue is Coercive Control
Explore the issues behind cults not just being religious groups. Learn how coercive control is the real issue affecting individuals.

Renee Spencer
Jul 25, 20244 min read


Australian Cults: Unveiling the Hidden World of Christian Cults
Explore the world of Australian Cults & their hidden influence. Uncover the intricate web of Christian cults, both homegrown and imported.

Renee Spencer
Jul 25, 20247 min read


The Problem with Ignoring Narcissistic Cult Leaders
Uncover the dangers of ignoring narcissistic cult leaders. Learn how to combat their unchecked influence with proactive social and legal act

Renee Spencer
Jul 24, 20242 min read


The Many Faces of Exploitation in Cults
Explore the complex web of exploitation in cults—financial, emotional, sexual, and labor abuse—that manipulates and dominates followers.

Renee Spencer
Jul 20, 20243 min read


No Such Thing as a Harmless Cult: The Insidious Nature of Manipulative Groups
Uncover the insidious nature of manipulative groups in 'No Such Thing as a Harmless Cult.'

Renee Spencer
Jul 19, 20243 min read


Why Don't Cult Victims Don’t Speak Out?
Discover the web of fear, manipulation, and isolation that silences cult victims. Learn why they don't speak out & how to support them.

Renee Spencer
Jul 18, 20243 min read


The Psychology of Coercive Control: How Cults Exploit
Explore the intricate web of psychological tactics used by cults to manipulate societal reasoning and exploit cognitive biases.

Renee Spencer
Jul 17, 20243 min read


Women, Cults, and Patriarchy: Balancing Disempowerment and Leadership Dynamics
Explore the complex interplay of Women, Cults & Patriarchy. Uncover the societal conditioning and power dynamics that shape this phenomena.

Renee Spencer
Jul 16, 20244 min read


The Censorship of Language in Cults: Control Through Words
Delve into the powerful manipulation of language in cults, including the censorship of swear words, and its profound impact on members.

Renee Spencer
Jul 14, 20244 min read


Misogyny in Cults: Control and Oppression of Women
Explore the profound impact of misogyny in Australian cults - from gender segregation to psychological manipulation.

Renee Spencer
Jul 13, 20242 min read


Spiritual Bypassing: The Hidden Pitfall of the Spiritual Journey
Uncover the hidden pitfall of the spiritual journey with 'Spiritual Bypassing'.

Renee Spencer
Jul 12, 20242 min read


What Is a Cult? Understanding Coercive Control
Explore what is a cult and their relationship to coercive control. Learn how to recognise and protect yourself using Renee's Cult Ranking Criteria.

Renee Spencer
Jul 11, 20243 min read


How to Know If It’s a Cult: A Guide Using Renee's Cult Ranking System
Identifying whether a group is a cult can be challenging, especially when it presents itself as a benign religious or social community....

Renee Spencer
Jul 10, 20243 min read
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