I intend to keep this article updated with links to any new cult articles of significance.
I noticed retrospectively that many of the articles can
be grouped according to their main cult-related theme; this is how they are referenced here.
Attributes of cult members
Most important are the basic informational
articles. These give general warnings about what to expect when dealing with cult
members. For example:
They will lie to you and may leave you
stranded.
Their ‘friendship’ will be conditional and
could end at any time.
They will sooner or later behave as if you
are theirs to command.
They will expect more and more from people and give less and less in return.
Their values may be inverted.
Independent and analytical thinking is discouraged, so discussions with cult members can be frustrating as they just mindlessly repeat robotic slogans and the official party line. Their access to reading material may be restricted, so discussions may also be difficult and unrewarding because of their ignorance.
The cutting of connections by cult members is a topic that has generated a four-part article.
In addition to all that, be prepared to deal
with the sole supplier syndrome, the unpleasant and unjustified superiority syndrome and, worst of all, the dreaded attack-dog syndrome!
Never forget that, as Alexander Herzen said, they will commit all kinds of crimes in the name of their cause.
And never forget either that they are all in on it!
