The Jordan Harbinger Show 237: Steven Hassan | Combating Cult Mind Control Part One
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Aug 13, 2019 
In this engaging conversation, guest Steven Hassan, a licensed mental health counselor and author, shares his expertise on the psychological tactics used by cults. He introduces the BITE model to help identify cult involvement and discusses the four main types of destructive cults active today. Steven reveals how cults exploit social media for recruitment and warns that the most self-assured people are often the most vulnerable. He also discusses the evolution of deprogramming from invasive methods to more compassionate, strategic approaches aimed at empowering individuals.
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Learn Hypnotic Techniques
- Learn about hypnotic techniques to protect yourself from manipulation.
- People unaware of these methods are especially vulnerable to them.
Cults Exploit Anxieties
- Cults exploit societal anxieties and offer hope, making people more susceptible.
- Distrust and manipulation within families and social circles facilitate cult recruitment.
Fourth-Generation Warfare
- Fourth-generation warfare assaults truth, delegitimizes institutions, and promotes disinformation.
- This creates an environment where authoritarian leaders can thrive.
