Dr. Talia Marcheggiani, ND

The Good Mood Podcast

Dr. Talia Marcheggiani, ND

  • Episode 95: The Psychology of Coercion: Cults, MLMs, Large Group Awareness Trainings, and coercive relationships with Brandie Hadfield

Episode 95: The Psychology of Coercion: Cults, MLMs, Large Group Awareness Trainings, and coercive relationships with Brandie Hadfield

Monday 4th December 2023

Brandie Hadfield discusses her escape from a commercial cult and MLM scams with Dr. Talia Marcheggiani, revealing the psychology of coercion and healing.
125 minutes
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Healing

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The Good Mood Podcast
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Dr. Talia Marcheggiani, ND
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Breaking Free: Brandie Hadfield's Journey from Cults to Healing

Episode Overview

  • Brandie's journey through a commercial cult and experience with MLM scams
  • Insights into vulnerability, love bombing, and emotional control within coercive systems
  • The impact of charismatic leaders and the psychology of coercion
  • Unveiling the complexities of gaslighting and the quest for healing and awareness
  • A compelling and eye-opening exploration of the enduring effects of coercive dynamics
You're encouraged to your first step is to leverage that relational capital that you have and then now you're supposed to coach them and give quotas to them and manage them really although it's not called that but yeah.
Ever wondered how someone escapes the grip of a cult or an MLM scam? In this episode of The Good Mood Podcast, Dr. Talia Marcheggiani sits down with Brandie Hadfield, a former wellness nano-influencer who's now on the path to becoming a Registered Psychotherapist. Brandie opens up about her harrowing experience inside a commercial cult and the manipulative world of MLMs. She shares her journey from being an obedient follower to a vocal advocate for mental freedom.
Brandie's story isn't just about breaking free; it's about understanding the psychological traps that keep people ensnared. From love bombing to gaslighting, she breaks down the tactics used by charismatic leaders to control their followers. Her insights are eye-opening and essential for anyone who wants to understand the dark side of coercive systems. If you're curious about the psychology behind these manipulative groups and how to protect yourself and others, this episode is a must-listen.
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