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Blogs About All Things Cultish And Coercive Control


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


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, 20243 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


The Role of Proselytising in Cults: An In-Depth Look
Examine the manipulative tactics of cults' proselytising. Learn how aggressive recruitment and coercive control lure individuals into cults.

Renee Spencer
Jun 30, 20243 min read


Examining Scientology's Influence in Australia: A Brief Analysis
Explore the intricate tapestry of Scientology's influence in Australia, from legal battles to community engagement.

Renee Spencer
Jun 29, 20242 min read


Understanding Cult Categories: A Caution for All Groups
Uncover the diverse world of cults with our comprehensive guide to the different categories.

Renee Spencer
Jun 26, 20243 min read


The Rise of Internet-Fuelled Cults: A Closer Look at Australia
PART 2 OF 4 Delve into the dark side of internet influence in Australia with a closer look at the rise of Internet-Fuelled Cults.

Renee Spencer
Jun 23, 20243 min read


Online Cult Recruitment: Fake News, Platforms, and Personal Touch
PART 4 OF 4 Uncover the sinister world of online cult recruitment -from fake news to personal touch.

Renee Spencer
Jun 23, 20242 min read


The Internet and Destructive Cults: Unveiling Shadows in the Digital Age
PART 1 OF 4 Explore the dark side of the internet with our educational blog on 'The Internet and Destructive Cults'.

Renee Spencer
Jun 23, 20242 min read


The Silent Struggle: Victims of Coercive Control in Cults
Explore the harrowing battle against fear, trauma, and silence faced by victims of coercive control in cults.

Renee Spencer
Jun 22, 20244 min read


Circles of Influence in Cult Dynamics: Some Experience More Control Than Others
Explore the intricate layers of influence within cult dynamics with 'Circles of Influence in Cult'.

Renee Spencer
Jun 20, 20243 min read


God Rewards All Those Who Gaslight
Honesty and integrity are the hallmarks of the naive, one virtue stands tall above all others: gaslighting.

Renee Spencer
May 23, 20243 min read
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