The "MIND MODEL" the most accurate model for cults and undue influence.

THE MIND MODEL OF CULT DYNAMICS

THE MIND MODEL OF CULT DYNAMICS Research and Citations by Cathleen Mann, PhD M: Manipulation. These are techniques used by cults to ensure compliance by using undue influence. The definition of undue influence has been recognized in common law for 500 years and is a legal definition, not a psychological…Continue reading “THE MIND MODEL OF CULT DYNAMICS”

6Dec 20196 Dec 2019

Ideas are not exact and nothing can be "proven"

By Cathleen Mann, PhD There has been a push lately by a couple of anti-cult advocates who have self-labeled themselves…

20Nov 201920 Nov 2019

Reflections and Retrospect towards Laura Johnston Kohl

A truly great and humble ex Jonestown member died tonight of cancer named Laura Johnston Kohl. Laura cared about current…

5Nov 20196 Nov 2019

Taking art to the heart: Why an anti-cult organization promotes art, and the drive to give away 100 art kits.

Written by Debra Van Neste 11/06/2019 Debra Van Neste Thinking Agenda is our family owned company legally registered in Orlando,…

Evaluating the Quality of A Claim

31 Dec 201931 Dec 2019

Steven Hassan posted the following to one of his websites on December 18, 2019, to wit: "Trump, the Republican Party and the right-wing media industrial complex are manipulating the public.…

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Freedom of Mind Until you Criticize

22 Nov 201922 Nov 2019

I am addressing some feedback regarding some harsh, slanderous criticisms of my partner Dr. Cathleen Mann. Dr. Mann is not only a friend but an educator on "Thinking Agenda" our…

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“Ethics and The Modern Guru” now becomes a platform for women by women on the dangers of cults and undue influence.

6 Nov 20196 Nov 2019

By Debra Van Neste 11/6/2019 An Anti Cult Magazine comes back out illuminating with a new look, leadership and format. "Ethics and The Modern Guru" is a subsidiary of Thinking…

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Call For Papers Form

30 Sep 20191 Oct 2019

For: Ethics and The Modern Guru Magazine June 1, 2020 Previous Edition Theme: Undue Influence Articles must be cited, referenced, and edited. Between 1500 to 5000 words. Full name and…

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When Art Flutters Away into a Reflection of a Legend

30 Sep 20192 Oct 2019

Artist April Kitchen creates a breath taking Butterfly Pendant For the 100 Art Kit Mission. April Kitchen and her Butterfly Copper Pendant April Kitchen is one of the most talented…

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Butterfly wings sings hope for ex cult members

12 Sep 201919 Sep 2019

An artist soars to the rescue to help the 100 Art Kit Project. By Debra Van Neste Contact us at admin@vannesteart.com This week at "Thinking Agenda" we are highlighting the…

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Gratitude wall of supporters for the 100 art kit Mission.

26 Aug 201930 Sep 2019

Thank you! Featured Art: April Kitchen Education and administration: Dr. Cathleen Mann Direct contributions and donated works of art: Steven van Neste Susan and Brett Brown Naomi Willow Graybill Jonathan…

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cult survivors answer the clarion call for expression of self

26 Aug 201926 Aug 2019

Do you have what it takes for an art revolution? By Debra Van Neste Images by Pixabay Our culture is the embodiment of toxic passivity. Young people now with phones…

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Local Orlando Artist donates to”art is heart”to help fund the 100 art kit mission.

7 Aug 201919 Sep 2019

Steven van Neste with VanNesteArt.Com announced a donation of a 30x40 oil painting "Psyche." All proceeds and sales going to "Art is Heart" an Orlando based group who are trying…

Rebuttal to Jon Atack’s (under the banner of Open Minds) latest article “The paradox of undue influence.”

27 May 201927 May 2019

By Cathleen Mann, PhD The latest article written by Mr. Atack lends confusion to the term "undue influence," not clarity. Mr. Atack does not provide a definition of undue influence,…

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Number One Cult Expert Dr. Cathleen Mann speaks about NXIVM in an exclusive interview

19 May 201919 May 2019

Leader of NXIVM Sole Defendant as Former Members Testify Against Him BY BOWEN XIAO May 13, 2019 Updated: May 14, 2019 In this courtroom artist's sketch, Keith Raniere, second from right, leader…

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Rebuttal to an Article by Open Minds

14 May 201915 May 2019

By Cathleen Mann, PhD I wanted to present a rebuttal to the "information" peddled in this article :https://www.openmindsfoundation.org/faces_of_undue_influence/what-is-manipulation/how-people-escape/ The article sensationalizes the cult experience in general and exiting a group…

Rachel Bernstein, Anti Cult Movement Counselor now Faces Serious Allegations

13 May 201919 Aug 2019

By Debra Van Neste Rachel Bernstein The observation that she's a good "therapist" or not is completely separate from her not following the law or ethics in making custody recommendations. …

Breaking free from a cult through artistic expression

10 Apr 201910 Apr 2019

Premiere interview with Naomi Willow Graybill By Debra Van Neste with Thinking Agenda The following interview details the life of an ex Jehovah Witness who reintegrated her life through art.…

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The Finale: the untold truth

12 Mar 201922 Mar 2019

By Joy Kuo The Operation Patterns During my recovery period and learning how leaders in cults work to control followers these past few months I gradually figured out how there…

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Part two: The untold truth: Control or destroy

12 Mar 201912 Mar 2019

Written by Joy Kuo India Pilgrimage In early 2017 most of the devotees were invited for an India Pilgrimage trip. It was about 3 weeks long. They took us to…

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The Untold Truth: Control or Destroy

12 Mar 201912 Mar 2019

Written by Joy Kuo Part one of a 3 part series on "Kosmic Fusion" Introduction/Background Several years ago I started my spiritual journey by seeking some self-development courses, and joined…

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Our Anti-Cult Organization is exploding with inquiries and needs help.

21 Feb 201921 Feb 2019

We are interested in hearing from you! Thinking Agenda is a legally registered LLC in Orlando, Florida that focuses on education around cults and undue influence. We are actively writing, creating,…

Cult Education, Butterflies and Art Therapy Goes Viral Overnight on Facebook.

6 Feb 20197 Feb 2019

Art is Heart- is a subsidiary of "Thinking Agenda, LLC" which is represented through a simple page on Facebook and a mention on the company website and on cultscults.com. We…

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Thank you for the encouragement Julie Newmar! We love you!

4 Feb 20194 Feb 2019

I wrote to Julie Newmar asking if she would do a special encouraging inscription, to "Art is Heart" I was expecting to pay for the autograph. She instead, sent us…

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La Luz Del Mundo comes into the cultic spotlight as ex-members cry foul.

16 Jan 201912 Jun 2019

This article is an excerpt and highlights from an ex-member board of La Luz Del Mundo who are raising awareness. Edited by Dr. Cathleen Mann WHAT IS LLDM? (La Luz Del Mundo) WHAT…

Is there validity in the term “spiritual abuse?”

16 Jan 201916 Jan 2019

With Cult Expert, Dr.Cathleen Mann. For more information on cults visit cultexpert.net Speaker one: We just had this discussion in a fb group I’m on. I think the term spiritual…

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Debra Van Neste Interviewed By Axiological Atheist Damien Marie AtHope

10 Jan 201910 Jan 2019

Doing Good Because its Good: Anti-cult Activism; an Interview with Debra Van Neste https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MAInp968f-U Interviewed by Damien Marie AtHope (axiological atheist) http://damienmarieathope.com/ Debra Van Neste was a survivor of a cult in…

The Death of Ma Premswarupa

4 Dec 201822 Aug 2019

We often have a very black and white thinking of good and evil. Gurus, and spiritual teachers and those under the guise of “Swami” or being an enlightened being often…

Interview with Catherine Oxenberg

31 Oct 201813 Dec 2018

Thinking Agenda procured and produced this interview between Dr. Cathleen Mann and Catherine Oxenberg and it's riveting in depth and full of information on cults. We thanks Catherine Oxenberg for…

Peoples Temple Memorial

30 Oct 201813 Dec 2018

Grady Smith and Yvette Smith Pictures from the peoples temple butterfly release memorial in orlando, Florida. Sponsored by Thinking Agenda, LLC. Main Speakers and coordinators: Debra Van Neste, Yvette, and Grady Smith. …

Cults on the rise in social media

24 Jul 201813 Dec 2018

Written by: Debra Van Neste Social media is no longer a mere program you access through your computer. Rather, it has become an extension of our self and our relationships…

Rather it be Deprogrammer or Exit Counselor, Steve Hassan Readily Jumps in to Be A Hero.

30 May 201827 Aug 2019

Many persons born after a certain time may remember some of the origins of the anti-cult movement. Following the impact of Jonestown in 1978, there came into modern awareness the…

This week in #cultbuzz: Interview with ex 12 Tribes member Sinasta Colucci.

22 May 201822 May 2018

This week in #cultbuzz we are featuring an interview with Sinasta Colucci, a survivor and now an activist spreading awareness on the 12 Tribes cult. His book is available on…

The latest issue of Ethics and The Modern Guru reached 10,000 sales mark.

28 Feb 201813 Dec 2018

In this world of multi-multiculturalism and technology in which the pressure is on to succeed, it often is easy to fall into intolerance and despair. As such, we present a…

THE VITAL ROLE OF CULT EXPERTS

29 Jan 201813 Dec 2018

It is important to begin a dialogue about different types of anti-cult activities. It is vital to use the proper definitions found in the research criteria before we label the…

Our free version of our magazine now on Medium!

24 Jan 201824 Jan 2018

We fell in LOVE with Medium and have our free online version on this platform. Though many articles will migrate and settle in on this site, Medium will have the first run,…