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evergreen
hi all just a quick hello and update (because I know that my life is so interesting and important to all of you ;)
I went to the funeral and all went well. I did a quick in and out. people were puzzled to see me and vice versa.
I am currently attending a conference for what is known in the cult recovery world as an "SGA" group. second generation adults - former members of all kinds of cults in our lovely world. met some interesting people.
ditto to what everyone said about creepy and off putting behavior. the songs, the conventions, the zaimu, the publications, all of it. I've had the lightbulb moments many times but never felt strong enough to leave and stay out. I've enjoyed the workshop because, surprise surprise, SGI-like cults are rampant everywhere. I'm actually starting to get really angry at the leaders and moreover at Ikeda. His cult should be stopped. Of course I can't do anything other than educate others. I have a new found energy to let other ex "fortune babies" know they are not alone.
I think what you are doing is wonderful Evergreen. I think it is extremely brave to post personal feelings about such a big issue on this forum.
I also think you are doing a fantastic job educating others! Just by participating in this forum you are keeping it alive, keeping a place open which can help others with problems regarding the SGI.
Who knows, in the future someone in a very similar position to you will probably come to this forum, they will read and identify with your experiences, I think that will make them feel strong.