John Dehlin: “No One in a Cult Thinks They’re in a Cult” (Here’s Why) | DSH #1829
What happens when a belief system doesn’t just guide you… but controls you? In this conversation, John breaks down why active members often won’t ask for transparency, how high-control groups shape behavior through strict rules, and why the internet changed everything for modern religion. He explains Steven Hassan’s BITE Model (Behavior, Information, Thought, Emotion) in a simple way — and shows how it applies far beyond one church. We also get into the rise of ex-member communities online, why “community” is the real driver behind happiness studies, and how institutions can make small…
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