To the former Scientologists out there. It is apparent that this religion or whatever it is, destroys families. But as someone who has never read one sentence of their material, I was wondering about the tenets and principles themselves. Did you get something out of the teaching?
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Feel free to reply to any comment by clicking the "Reply" button.The main tenant of L Ron Hubbards gobbledygook is a variation on "Property and money are a burden, come unto me and I will lighten that burden." and "Oh by the way now you've given me all your money here is the big secret you'reall possessed by the ghosts of ancient aliens who will leave you alone if you all stop thinking so much"
LenHazell53
Level 9
Sep 22, 2019
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I have a friend who was raised in Scientology and got out. I've heard plenty of the horror stories. While L. Ron Hubbard may have had the original intention of helping people, it evolved very quickly into a method of mind control, even way before David Miscavige took over.
bleurowz
Level 8
Sep 21, 2019
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Way back in the late sixties my landlord tried to rope me into Scientology. We got into an argument about money and he declared me to be a suppressive person and kicked me off his property.
I read one or two of the introductory books but don’t remember much. We supposedly have these subconscious engrams or false ideas that weigh us down. If you give them all your money and then some you will be “cleared” of the burdensome engrams. If you are really interested there are books by L. Ron Hubbard everywhere.
Actually there is probably some truth in the basic concept, however you don’t have to join a cult to get rid of untrue subconscious thoughts. I recommend Help Yourself to Happiness by Maxie Maultsby.
Since I am a suppressive person I should be avoided however.
WilliamFleming
Level 8
Sep 19, 2019
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LOL. Seems like cocaine could help with jettisoning untrue subconscious thoughts as well. And, it seems, a hell of a lot more fun.
@Truthseeker1968 I don’t know anything about cocaine.
@WilliamFleming Nor do I. I was jesting.
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