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Originally Posted by ColdNoMore
On an additional note, I am finding more and more with my research, that the quote I had in my original post of commonalities among cults...is almost scarily dead on. 
For those that missed it...here it is again.
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I have read two books, and several items on Jim Jones and Jonestown. Two things stand out....
Cult behavior almost always begins with the very best of intentions. Even these folks who followed Jones did good work at the beginning. Then
Gaslighting seems to be a required ingredient for establishing total control.
Once established the cult members hear nothing at all except themselves and their leaders. And remember, cult members all begin thinking they are doing good. Gaslighting them then corrodes and corrupts.