Liebnitz:
Thanks for the admissions, despite the spin you attempted to place upon them. Sterling's quoted statements are quite telling and their intent is self-evident.
Apparently you are not concerned that you were probably videotaped naked during the weekend you participated in.
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But those who share their persoanl stories anonymously here anonymously obviously are embarrassed by their previous association or involvement with Sterling and wish to remain anonymous for that reason.
Justin Sterling was convicted for fraud previous to starting his weekend. He has no license as a relationship counselor or any professional training. He is apparently a high school graduate without a college degree.
Mr. Sterling has nothing to recommend him, other than his personal experience, which is a failed marriage. His divorce included abuse allegations, which warranted court ordered supervised visitation with his daughter.
Sterling is a for-profit privately owned company with a history of bad press, complaints (including the Better Business Bureau in San Francisco) and allegations of personal injury. NBC News broadcast two critical reports in both LA and NYC regarding Sterling and cited his criminal record, this news broadcast included statements made on camera by victims of the Sterling programs.
There are obviously many alternatives to Sterling, which are far less risky and controversial for married couples and singles than Sterling. This would include counseling with a local licensed marriage and family counselor, clergy, support groups run through local social services, community centers or churches and consultation with a board certified clinical psychologist.
Again, the following paper outlines in some detail the inherent risks posed by mass marathon training.
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Sterling has been repeatedly accused of using coercive persuasion.
To better understand such techniques see the following links:
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And for anyone approached by a Sterling devotee about the weekend you can read detailed accounts about the weekend and review press articles at the following section within the Ross Institute database.
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