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How a Local New Testament Church "LOST ITS MIND" of CHRIST, and REAPED A MIND of a CULT as Judgement

groupthink leads to a collective mindset where critical thinking is suppressed in favor of maintaining group harmony and conformity. This can result in:
Illusion of Invulnerability: A sense of overconfidence and optimism, causing the group to ignore potential risks or signs of danger.
Rationalization: The group dismisses or downplays warnings and negative feedback to justify their chosen actions and maintain a sense of consistency.
Belief in Inherent Morality: The group assumes its decisions are ethically sound, ignoring potential moral consequences.
Stereotyping of Outsiders: Those who disagree with the group are often categorized negatively or dismissed as inferior, hindering the consideration of alternative perspectives.
Self-Censorship: Individuals within the group withhold dissenting opinions or doubts to avoid conflict or social repercussions, leading to a false sense of agreement.
Illusion of Unanimity: A false belief that everyone in the group is in complete agreement, reinforced by silence being interpreted as consent.
Direct Pressure on Dissenters: Members who express doubts are pressured to conform to the majority view.
Mindguards: Certain individuals may act as "mindguards" by actively shielding the group from information that challenges their beliefs or decisions.
Essentially, groupthink fosters a closed-minded, overconfident, and conformity-driven mindset that prioritizes maintaining a united front above making well-reasoned and effective decisions.

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Formation of a cultic mindset in religious groups and comparison to groupthink in secular organizations
Cultic mindset in religious groups
A cultic mindset can develop in religious groups through a combination of factors, including charismatic leadership, isolation, and manipulation tactics.
Charismatic Leadership and Centralized Authority: A strong, charismatic leader or small group assumes absolute authority, demanding unwavering loyalty and often claiming divine inspiration.
Isolation and "Us vs. Them" Mentality: Members are isolated from external viewpoints, and a sense of exclusivity and superiority (or victimhood) against outsiders ("us vs. them") is fostered.
Enforced Groupthink and Suppressed Dissent: Critical thinking is suppressed, and members are pressured to conform to a singular ideology, discouraging any questioning or dissent.
Control over Members' Lives and Beliefs: Through indoctrination and emotional manipulation, the group exerts considerable influence over members' personal choices and worldview.
Exploitation: Cults often exploit members, requiring substantial financial contributions or even control over their assets.
Fear and Indoctrination: Fear tactics (e.g., threats of eternal damnation, social ostracism) and manipulation are used to control and maintain loyalty, according to Dr. Eitan Bar.
Promise of Belonging and Purpose: Cults often provide individuals seeking belonging, purpose, and answers in times of personal crisis or societal upheaval with a sense of community and simple solutions to complex life questions, says The University of Texas Permian Basin.
Psychological Vulnerabilities: Individuals experiencing ego weakness, emotional vulnerability, or a history of abuse are more susceptible to recruitment, states Consensus.