Silvenc Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Relating with everything you shared. I have > tapered down to no more purchases and > subscriptions. I'm still trying to recover but > giving in to temptation by reading their discord > forum. Thank you. Recovery is a challenging but empowering process, and you have the ability to recognize the i
Forum: Former Cult Members and Affected Families

Such a tragic story. The culture of silence cosigns on abuse and is fieled by individuals who have not come to terms with my own accountability within the indoctrination. Though the cult leader or abuser is the external locus of control, indoctrinated members can participate in the abuse and exploitation by enforcing rules and consequences to uphold the social norms of the group. This provide
Forum: "Cults," Sects, and "New Religious Movements"

Are there any former students, survivors, or family members of Eric Pepin / Higher Balance Institute fka Auxien here? I was involved a number of years ago and have just started the process of deprogramming my toxic indoctrination. He has never seemed to gain a large following or much success but is still selling, holding events, and trying to build a patreon following. He's recently relea
Forum: Former Cult Members and Affected Families

I’ve said to myself for the past 21 years that my ultimate goal has been to wake up, to be “enlightened”… in this pursuit I’ve been deeply involved in a number of transformative processes: * Goenka style vipassana - 35+ courses, 21 years * Landmark Education - leadership training, all major programs, 13 years * Numerous other forms of therapy & programs… All to wake me up! My bedr
Forum: "Cults," Sects, and "New Religious Movements"