One of the most infamous gurus of the last few decades was Andrew Cohen. He amassed a fortune for his EnlightenNext organization thanks to his followers. Soon, though, accounts of psychological torture, extortion, and coercive control began to surface. Members of the organization, as well as Cohen himself, have spoken publicly about their experiences within the cult. For what reasons do people join such groups, and why do so many of them devolve into violence and mayhem?
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One of the most infamous gurus of the last few decades was Andrew Cohen. He amassed a fortune for his EnlightenNext organization thanks to his followers. Soon, though, accounts of psychological torture, extortion, and coercive control began to surface. Members of the organization, as well as Cohen himself, have spoken publicly about their experiences within the cult. For what reasons do people join such groups, and why do so many of them devolve into violence and mayhem?
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