I USED TO BE IN A CULT AND HERE’S WHAT IT DID TO MY BRAIN

I USED TO BE IN A CULT AND HERE’S WHAT IT DID TO MY BRAIN:

An interesting TED Talk about the psychology of cult manipulation and indoctrination.

"If we hope to prevent extremist terrorism we have to begin with understanding the mental condition of extremist leaders. We also need to understand the mental condition of those most vulnerable to extremist tactics. Finally, we need to understand manipulation, the vehicle that connects the extremist leader and it’s victims."

RABBI CONS WOMAN OUT OF $214,000

According to published reports, Rabbi Chaim Sharabi has successfully styled himself as a clairvoyant, selling everything from promises of wealth and marriage to lucky amulets.

One woman got her heartstrings played by this grifting Jewish mystic, who promised to find her a husband and three lucky magic Torahs for a payment of $214,000, a new lawsuit claims.

Cecilia Lifschitz says she handed over the huge sum in a desperate bid to find a life mate — but the hustling holy man never came through with what he promised.

“Defendants had every reason to know Plaintiff would do anything, including paying a large sum of money, to get married,” the lawsuit states.

http://ow.ly/ZS70P

LAKEVIEW CHRISTIAN LIFE CHURCH (LCLC) - INVESTIGATION UPDATE

LAKEVIEW CHRISTIAN LIFE CHURCH (LCLC) - INVESTIGATION UPDATE:

We contacted CBS News in Pittsburg, PA to alert them about another church in their area that is allegedly manipulating, exploiting and controlling members and breaking up many families. CBS has agreed to do a report on the LCLC and we are working closely with their lead reporter and the alleged victims to bring the truth to light about this organization.

Numerous ex-members have come forward to take part in the investigation / on-air expose, and we at FACT thank them for their courage to tell their stories on camera in an effort to expose and effect change.

If you believe you've been victimized by the Lakeview Christian Life Church (or know someone who has been) and would like to take part in this investigation / expose, please contact FACT immediately via this link.

FEDS DEAL DOUBLE BLOW TO FLDS AND THE JEFFS BROTHERS

The U.S. Justice Department dealt a double blow to FLDS leadership on Monday:

In Phoenix, a federal jury found that church leaders controlled the municipal governments of two cities that discriminated against nonbelievers. And in Salt Lake City, a federal magistrate ordered Jeffs' brother, Lyle, the so-called bishop of the two towns, to remain behind bars as he awaits trial in an alleged food stamp swindle and money laundering scheme.

Three Jeffs brothers -- Warren, Lyle and Seth -- are now behind bars, creating what would appear to be a leadership vacuum in the FLDS. Warren Jeffs continues to hold sway over the sect from prison, according to testimony at the civil trial in Phoenix.

Amos Guiora, a law professor at the University of Utah stated, "It signals that we are not going to tolerate intolerance," Guiora said. "We're not going to tolerate crimes committed in the name of religion."

http://ow.ly/Zzbz0

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CULT LEADER / PREDATOR KATSURA KAN HIRED AGAIN TO TEACH STUDENTS

CULT LEADER / PREDATOR KATSURA KAN HIRED AGAIN TO TEACH STUDENTS:

We've just learned that Katsura Kan has been hired to teach a workshop to students in Kyoto, Japan from March 24-27, 2016. (For those unaware, Kan is responsible for the death of Sharon Stern, a student of his that he manipulated and exploited physically, mentally, sexually, and financially.)

We are sending detailed warning letters with evidence to the organizers of the 'Kyoto Experiment' who hired Kan, to the local press in Kyoto, and also to city officials and other important relevant entities in an effort to safeguard students from this predatory teacher.

If you would like to help us in our efforts:

1) Please create a new Gmail account to send from (without any personal identifying information)
2) Copy and paste the brief email below and send it to: info@kyoto-ex.jp

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Dear Event Organizer,

Katsura Kan is a known sociopath and predator in the USA; he uses his position as a Butoh teacher to manipulate and exploit his vulnerable students, especially young females. One of his past students is dead as the result of his influence and he is currently being sued by her estate (in the middle of the litigation).

Please don't allow any more students to be harmed by Kan. I ask that you please fire him from his position and never hire him again in the future. After what he has done, he should never be allowed to teach and/or interact with students again.

Sincerely,

First Name, Last Initial

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Guy Miller Ministries Exposed - CBS NEWS REPORT

CHURCH MINISTRY EXPOSED: Guy Miller Ministries

Our recent online expose about Guy Miller Ministries led to a CBS News investigation which aired just last week.

Over a dozen ex-members contacted us, claiming to have experienced and/or witnessed acts of child abuse, member abuse and exploitation, financial exploitation, shunning, and more. Since the airing, many more victims have come forward confirming the terrible allegations against Miller’s church.

COMPLAINTS FILED AGAINST - LAKEVIEW CHRISTIAN LIFE CHURCH

COMPLAINTS FILED AGAINST 'LAKEVIEW CHRISTIAN LIFE CHURCH'

LOCATION: 1 Lakeview Pl, Bridgeville, PA 15017
LEADER(S): Pastor Norman H. James II, Pastor Christopher Otis
EIN: 25-1250678

We've received some complaints about the Lakeview Christian Life Church that claim this church is being run like a cult group. The pastors leading the church are allegedly controlling the lives of congregants, breaking up families, exploiting members financially and more.

If you would like to file a formal complaint or have any relevant information to share about this organization, please contact us immediately at: http://ow.ly/ZjYXt