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Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! In this conversation, Darls Centola and Robin Jackson explore one of the most powerful psychological techniques used by high-control religious groups: love bombing. What begins as extraordinary kindness, acceptance, and friendship can become a powerful tool for attracting new members. Whether you're researching Jehovah's Witnesses, recovering from religious trauma, or simply interested in the psychology of influence and persuasion, this discussion offers valuable insights into one of the most misunderstood aspects of recruitment into high-control religions. You may find out more about Darls Centola and her work by clicking the links below. https://www.darlscentola.com/ For a free workbook aimed at helping anyone who has experienced spiritual abuse or religious harm, please click on the link: https://www.findingtruthwithmichael.com/ If you would like to explore the impact of high-control belief systems, these resources are thoughtful places to start: https://www.findingtruthwithmichael.com/resources Her book, Finding Truth with Michael, is available at all major booksellers. https://books2read.com/darls --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- New Book, The Cult of Ignorance, available here: https://a.co/d/gIetrpz If you would like to support the work I do and see this channel grow, please consider supporting me on Patreon. It would be highly appreciated. https://patreon.com/robinjackson Buy my book Losing The Faith: Lulu http://tinyurl.com/wp5hk2tb Buy my book Cults: How They Work Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/3bw82jk4
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