You’ve thrived in a group some call a cult. Are you really accessing the world’s mysteries, or just being suckered by shysters? Welcome to Feedback Friday!
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On This Week’s Feedback Friday, We Discuss:
- “Don’t rush…but hurry.” —Seth Godin
- You’ve been deeply involved in an organization that’s brought you personal growth and success, but some have raised suspicions that it might be a cult. With expensive programs, controversial teachings, and an elitist hierarchy, you wonder if you’ve gained genuine wisdom or just been skillfully manipulated. What’s the truth behind this modern mystery?
- You’re in an open marriage, but your husband’s relationship with another woman has crossed boundaries and is threatening your marital union. She’s moved in, turned him against you, and now you’re considering legal action. How can you address this situation and potentially save your relationship?
- Your sister, who has epilepsy and cognitive disabilities, is turning 18 soon. Her father, your ex-stepfather, has been making questionable decisions about her care and education. How can you protect and support her as she transitions into adulthood? [Thanks to former child protection investigator Sara Couture for helping us with this one!]
- You were adopted at birth and have always been curious about your biological parents. You’ve met your birth mother, but she’s hesitant to provide information about your birth father. How can you navigate the complex process of searching for your biological father while respecting everyone involved? [Many thanks to child welfare specialist Colleen Riddle for helping us here!]
- Listener Pete Dinnella (who wrote to us on episode 995) has sadly left us. His wife Barbara shares the bittersweet details of his final days and we encourage anyone who wants to help her in the aftermath of this tragedy to contribute to their GoFundMe.
- Have any questions, comments, or stories you’d like to share with us? Drop us a line at friday@jordanharbinger.com!
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Did you miss our two-parter with clinical psychologist and Don’t You Know Who I Am? author Dr. Ramani Durvasula? If you’ve ever been stuck in close quarters with a narcissist, make sure to check out episode 742: Dr. Ramani | How to Protect Yourself from a Narcissist Part One here!
Resources from This Episode:
- Memory | Skeptical Sunday | Jordan Harbinger
- David Fajgenbaum | Leveraging AI to Cure Rare Diseases | Jordan Harbinger
- Dr. Ramani | Surviving and Recovering from Narcissistic Abuse | Jordan Harbinger
- Don’t Rush | Seth’s Blog
- The Modern Mystery School
- Inside the Spirituality ‘Cult’ Whose Members Allege Sexual and Financial Exploitation | Vice
- Sarah Edmondson & Nippy Ames | Surviving NXIVM Part One | Jordan Harbinger
- Sarah Edmondson & Nippy Ames | Surviving NXIVM Part Two | Jordan Harbinger
- What Is Ethical Non-Monogamy? | BetterHelp
- Alienation of Affection | FindLaw
- Seven Facts about Alienation of Affection in North Carolina | Sodoma Law
- Sara Couture | LinkedIn
- Dyscalculia: What It Is, Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment | Cleveland Clinic
- Colleen (Kirby) Riddle MA, MSW, CWCMS, CWLS | LinkedIn
- Putative Father Registries, Rights, and Information | AAAA
- Putative Father Registries State by State | NCFA
- Global Adoption Search | Adopted
- Kashmir Hill | Is Privacy Dead in the Age of Facial Recognition? | Jordan Harbinger
- Cheating Chap Caught in Child Support Trap | Feedback Friday | Jordan Harbinger
- Fundraiser for Barbara Dinnella by N D: Cost of Pancreatic Cancer Treatment | GoFundMe