Episode 36 - Surviving A Cult with Michele Richardson
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In this episode, Romy Moreno is joined by Michele Richardson who shares her story about her childhood in what felt like more than just a strict religious community—it was a place where silence shielded predators, leaving children vulnerable and highlighting the strict controls and psychological manipulation on women. Michele takes us through her journey of when she questioned everything she was taught, stepping away, and how she found healing in the aftermath. Her healing journey lead her to turn to spirituality and embracing of plant medicine finding a way to mend the wounds of her past. This episode serves as a reminder that no organization is immune to cult-like tendencies. Be it Christianity, New Age Spirituality or anything in between. It's important to watch out for red flags like gaslighting, where your feelings are invalidated; love bombing, which initially feels like unwavering support but is manipulative; exclusivity claims, making you believe their path is the only valid one; use of fear tactics for control, and a culture of judgment and condemnation towards outsiders or dissenters. As humans we should be leading with love not promises of exclusive salvation, suppression of individuality, and an "us vs. them" mentality. Recognizing these signs can be crucial in identifying potentially harmful environments and protecting yourself and others from manipulation, abuse and most cases financial loss. Host: @healingwithromy Guest: Michele Richardson on Facebook Creative & Editing: @camilorafaelsierra Music: @prodbydraz Engineering: @goldsauce24k Click Here to Work with Romy