When you think of the word cult, what comes to mind? With more and more media exposing certain high control cultic groups, today on Living Freely, Rachel Ann Dine, LPC shares what makes some people more susceptible to joining cultic groups than others, why in many ways-- anyone is susceptible, how these harmful groups form, and what you should look out for in certain groups. Interestingly enough, there are many parallels between cultic groups and abusive relationships. Listen in to learn more! Resources for individual counseling are www.psychologytoday.com, goodtherapy.org, https://openpathcollective.org/ Resources from today's show: https://freedomofmind.com/cult-mind-control/bite-model/ Want to know more about what programs Norfolk Public Library is offering? Visit their website to learn more: https://www.norfolkpubliclibrary.org/ Say hi to Rachel Ann and receive more mental health resources! Mental Health Apparel ($1 from every sale goes to an organization dedicated to mental health community support!): https://dine-in-psychology.creator-spring.com Book: https://www.amazon.com/Live-Learn-Love-Real-talk-woman-ebook/dp/B07NJBLLSB Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and not designed to diagnose or treat. Rachel Ann Dine is a licensed professional counselor at time of EVENT and distribution but is in no way by engagement of interaction with you attempting to diagnose or treat you. Please consult your own medical provider for treatment or therapy (resource: www.psychologytoday.com for therapy!).