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Blogs About All Things Cultish And Coercive Control


Shame Spirals: How Cults Weaponise Shame—and Why Survivors Still Feel It After Leaving
Quote from Daring Greatly Shame is one of the most powerful and painful human emotions. It isolates. It silences. And when weaponised—as...

Renee Spencer
May 303 min read


Coercive Organisations: Understanding the Dangers Beyond the Surface
Delve into the dangers of coercive organisations beyond the surface. Learn to spot the signs and protect yourself from harmful manipulation.

Renee Spencer
Nov 2, 20243 min read


How Cults Use Positive Aspects to Keep Members Ensnared
Discover how cults trap members by using positive aspects as a means of control and manipulation.

Renee Spencer
Sep 14, 20244 min read


Bounded Choice: The Illusion of Free Will in Cults
Uncover the deceptive power of 'Bounded Choice' in high-demand groups. Explore how coercive control limits true autonomy.

Renee Spencer
Sep 2, 20243 min read


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

Renee Spencer
Aug 2, 20245 min read


Cults Are Not Just Religious Groups: The Real 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


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, 20244 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 Erosion of Critical Thinking Through Coercive Control in Cults
The erosion of critical thinking in cults through coercive control; how manipulation, isolation, and fear suppress independent thinking.

Renee Spencer
Jul 15, 20243 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


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.

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


Christian Cults: Living "As Instructed" in the Bible
Discover the dark side of 'Living As Instructed in the Bible' within Christian cults.

Renee Spencer
Jul 10, 20243 min read


The End is Nigh: 32 Apocalyptic Cults in Australia
Discover the chilling history of apocalyptic cults in Australia. From The Family to ISIS, explore 32 groups with doomsday beliefs.

Renee Spencer
Jul 9, 20245 min read


Understanding the Difference Between Religions and Cults Using Renee's Cult Ranking System
Explore the nuanced differences between religions and cults using Renee's Cult Ranking System.

Renee Spencer
Jul 8, 20242 min read


How to Define a Cult: Unpacking Terminology
Unravel the enigma of cults with expert insights and a comprehensive rubric.

Renee Spencer
Jul 7, 20243 min read


Ethical Evangelism: Sharing Faith with Integrity and Respect
Explore the principles and practices of Ethical Evangelism in this Educational Blog.

Renee Spencer
Jul 7, 20243 min read


Nostalgia as a Ploy: Recognising Coercive Control in Cults
Unveiling the manipulation: How nostalgia is used as a ploy for coercive control in cults.

Renee Spencer
Jul 5, 20243 min read


The Messiah Complex: Modern Cult Leaders Claiming to be the Reincarnation of Jesus
Explore the dangers of the messiah complex, through the captivating stories of modern cult leaders claiming to be the reincarnation of Jesus

Renee Spencer
Jul 2, 20243 min read
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