In this episode of Forgive Me For I Have Followed, Jessica & Kailea dive into the powerful role language plays in cults and high-control groups. They explore how leaders use loaded language, jargon, and manipulation techniques to isolate and bond followers, creating a strong sense of "us vs. them" while redefining everyday words to fit their ideology. From love bombing to the Babel Hypothesis, they also break down how these linguistic tools can influence followers and maintain control, extending beyond cults into business, politics, and social media. Listen in for a deep look at how words can shape belief and power dynamics within high-control environments.

Forgive Me For I Have Followed continues the exploration from Netflix’s hit Dancing for the Devil documentary series by delving deeper into the personal stories of those affected by Robert Shinn, Shekinah Church, and 7M Films. We will focus on the experiences of victims and their families, address urgent questions raised in the documentary, and gather insights from former members and dancers. Our goal is to uncover strategies for combating abuse and ensuring that controlling, cult-like communities are held accountable for their actions.

 

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