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1:03:30Now PlayingIn this powerful episode of The Influence Continuum, Dr. Steven Hassan sits down with author, researcher, and cult survivor Nori Muster. Drawing on her experience as a former member and publicist for the ISKCON Hare Krishna movement, Nori offers a firsthand look at the inner workings of high-control groups and how psychological manipulation impacts identity, faith, and freedom.
Together, Steven and Nori explore:
🔹 Life inside the Hare Krishna movement
🔹 The challenges of leaving a controlling group
🔹 The role of informed consent in spiritual communities
🔹 Healing after spiritual abuse
🔹 The psychological journey from indoctrination to empowerment
Nori shares personal stories, insights from her book Betrayal of the Spirit, and her work helping others recover from cultic environments. This episode is a must-watch for anyone interested in cult recovery, coercive control, and the power of reclaiming one’s voice.
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