William wondered why he always disliked people who said 'no offense meant.' Maybe it was because they found it easier to say 'no offense meant' than actually to refrain from giving offense.
There’s something so delicious with the way Sydney looks to Carmy to guide her or when Carmen trips over himself to fix things when he notices she’s upset. There is something very vulnerable in asking for help. Admitting your fears. communicating when shit is fucked up. These two have been vulnerable with each other since season 1 and THEY DON’T EVEN KNOW IT’S HAPPENING! It’s like we’re getting a peek behind the curtain. DELICIOUS.
Cults are often thought of as organized groups that exert influence and control over members in extreme ways (American Psychological Association, n.d.). However, cult-like behaviors can also manifest on a smaller scale within family units. While most families share close bonds and form identities together, some families exhibit characteristics that can be considered cult-like.
A cult-like family typically has one or more leaders who exert excessive control over family members, often the children (Langone, 2018). The leaders may isolate family members from outside influences that challenge their authority. They may discourage or forbid contact with extended family, friends, or other social groups (American Psychological Association, n.d.). The leaders require complete obedience and loyalty from family members, even if that means violating one's own values, identity, or well-being.
Cult-like families often involve thought reform through indoctrination and manipulation (Langone, 2018). Children are taught that the family leader or leaders are infallible and can do no wrong, even when evidence suggests otherwise. Children are taught that the family unit and loyalty to it is the most important thing, surpassing all other values. They are taught that anyone outside the family is untrustworthy or a threat.
The consequences of growing up in a cult-like family can be significant. Children tend to develop an unhealthy dependence on the family unit, forming an identity based on compliance and obedience (American Psychological Association, n.d.). They struggle to think independently and form healthy relationships outside the family. They may experience psychological and emotional damage due to the manipulation, control and isolation.
In extreme cases, cult-like families involve physical and sexual abuse as a means of control (Langone, 2018). However, the psychological damage can be just as severe even in families that do not involve physical abuse. Any family structure that involves excessive control, isolation and indoctrination poses risks to the mental health and well-being of its members.
In conclusion, while cults are typically thought of as organized groups, the same cult-like dynamics of control, isolation and indoctrination can manifest on a smaller scale within families. The consequences for children growing up in such environments make a compelling case that some families can indeed function as cults. With awareness, education and intervention, cult-like behaviors within families can be identified and addressed to help prevent psychological harm.
References:
American Psychological Association. (n.d.). What are cults? Retrieved from https://www.apa.org/topics/cults
Langone, M. D. (2018). An overview of destructive cults. In M. D. Langone (Ed.), Recovery from cults: Help for victims of psychological and spiritual abuse (pp. 11-27). W.W. Norton & Company.
May my higher power and the universe allow for healing across our world. May there be a day where women are free to walk down the street in sports gear during a jog without being in danger of an assault. Let there come a day where gen z repairs the damage of the past. This is my prayer. I am Rachel Danielle Remington. This is #healingcore
Section 5 of 5: "ONE WAY, ONE TRUTH, ONE LIFE" (From: Churches of Men, Hear The Word of The Lord)
“...Therefore, come out from among them and prepare to meet your God!...
Bow down and be purged and no more stand defiant;
Seek no longer to uphold your own way, but come to Me naked;
Kneel before your Redeemer and bear your hearts before Me!...
Beloved ones, receive of The Pure Water and drink deeply,
Yea, immerse yourselves and be cleansed, set free!
For The Lord your God has a Holy One; He is The Head of the body, The True Sanctuary, The Only Life Without End! Say no more there is another way into eternal life, nor say those who reject His life live also, though it be in torment. For there is but ONE WAY, ONE TRUTH and ONE LIFE... Behold, He is a strong tower, a fortified city in the day of battle, an all-encompassing fire; The Mighty and Strong One whose rod is made of iron, The Law-Giver; The Source of Life by which all things consist,[8] your Carpenter and Redeemer, The Salvation of God! My people, wait upon The Lord with meekness and fear, with unwavering trust, wait for Him! For He is The Fountain of Living Waters for all who thirst, a fruitful vine for the hungry, a wealth of riches for all those who come to Me empty.
Therefore, beloved, give Him glory!
Lift up your voices with everlasting praise!
Bring thanksgiving to the altar,
And offer up your hearts before Him!...
Shout His name to the heavens,
For He is The Lord your Righteousness!...
YAHUSHUA HAMASHIACH!...
IMMANU EL!”
[8]↑ Colossians 1:16-17
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Do you love truth enough to continue seeking it even if it reveals aspects of yourself, of humanity or of the universe that are shocking, complex, and disturbing? This process of developing critical thought, self reflection and self validation- is becoming more important than ever as the volume of information given to us grows and grows, but the main point is this: How well we learn depends on the strength of our desire to learn.
CONGRATULATIONS KHLOË TIMMER : Gifted 13-year-old Haitian-American gymnastics medalist who will represent Haïti at the 2022 Pan-American Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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Ah Perv you posted my friend who knows you very well, do not forget SM cannot lie and I have picture proofs of your restraining orders both with Sam and Cait. Do not forget you reap what you sow.
Oh Lord, the crazy train has come to town. Toot, toot!
Just like most things Extreme Shippers and Haters have spread about me for the last 8 years, your friend has told you a LIE. I have NO restraining orders on me by either Cait or Sam. If your friend is showing you "proof," then it is FAKE.
FYI: in order to serve someone with a restraining order, you have to know their full identity and serve them IN PERSON. At least, in California you do. I have lawyer and police friends in Los Angeles, where I live, so I know this for sure.
Despite what ES and Haters think, I am still Anon in this fandom. Can't serve restraining order papers to someone whose identity you don't know. IOW YOU and your friend are full of shit. Also, if I had restraining order or cease and desist order from either Sam or Cait, I wouldn't be able to continue posting about them. Logic, try it sometime. 🙄
PS. It's Purv. Short for Purveyor of Information.
PPS. You most certainly reap what you sow. And what I sow and have always, is the TRUTH. Extreme Shippers chose to sow LIES and now they reap misery and the ridicule of the entire fandom, including Cait and Sam. One of my Sam sources says Sam calls you all "mental." Now you know. Toot, toot!
TW:
WELCOME TO HEALINGCORE. My name is Rachel Danielle Remington. I am 21 years old and I am a survivor of online grooming & human trafficking. I am an extremely flawed individual who is on a journey to become a healthier individual. I believe in equality, equity, justice, reassurance, and open communication, Hurt people hurt people unless they find someone who encourages them to move forward. I want to promote peaceful protest and change across the nation. & I will…I am looking for any help I can get with this project. I CANNOT DO THIS ALONE. I need all the support I can get. IF you are COMFORTABLE with sharing my experiences it would mean the world to me…I am a writer. I am a poet. I am a singer. I am a songwriter. I am a future author. I am a friend. I am a neighbor. I am a hard worker. I am a young woman with a dream in my heart and a vision for the future. I am not perfect. But I want to be a savior for our community. PLEASE watch my content in EXCELLENT health!! This is my journey towards forgivness. This is my healing. I would be so honored to have anyone as a part of this journey. WE WILL CHANGE THE WORLD FOR THE BETTER.
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