My initial sentiment was that I was merely interacting with a group of individuals who seemed to lack emotional regulation. As time progressed, my ongoing engagement led me to question whether I was involved with a cult.
There appears to be a recurring behavior among certain members whenever a conversation is initiated regarding significant issues. Each time a post is shared in the Facebook group urging members to take action or highlighting hypocrisy, the same individuals strive to divert attention from the subject at hand.
Another troubling pattern, which I find particularly egregious, involves the former and current male Board of Directors, who exhibit a significant amount of misogyny, as well as a similar trend among their most ardent male supporters. The remarks made by them in response to simply voicing an opinion that is critical of the current leadership or property management company were quite shocking. Were these individuals truly the community leaders? Did they address all women in this manner, or only those who did not conform?
A straightforward post advocating for the exercise of constitutional rights and urging individuals to contact their elected representatives regarding any concerns about a conflict of interest was met with such an extreme reaction from one member that it prompted this blog entry. (Image of post below)
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I will provide you with this information and permit you to carry out your own research. I have observed a pattern and numerous similarities.
Recognizing a cult can be difficult; however, specific traits and behaviors are frequently found in cultic organizations. These traits include an extreme loyalty to a leader, a mentality of us versus them, control over thoughts, isolation from external influences, and the repression of opposing views. Cults typically impose excessive influence on their members, controlling their thoughts, actions, and even personal relationships.
These are the tactics employed by such groups that I have witnessed in this context.
- Charismatic Leadership:
Cults often revolve around a powerful, charismatic leader who is revered and seen as infallible. - Exclusive Truth Claims:
Cults often present themselves as the sole possessors of truth or salvation, discouraging independent thought and critical inquiry. - Us-Versus-Them Mentality:
Cults tend to foster an “us-versus-them” mentality, creating a sense of superiority and distrust towards outsiders, including family and friends. - Lack of Transparency and Accountability:
Cults often lack transparency in their finances, decision-making processes, and leadership structure.
You are welcome to review the case studies provided below.
https://www.icsahome.com/elibrary/topics/articles/what-is-a-cult
https://scholarworks.waldenu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=15978&context=dissertations
http://psychiatryonline.org/doi/full/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.2011.65.4.381
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