Prior to my question, I just wanted to thank this community for letting me learn
about Bnei Baruch being a cult, which I could never think of. It was very
difficult for me to face the reality, because I was kind of immersed into it.
I have learned that every cult out there has a power of seducing innocent people
who has nothing but a pure intention of seeking the truth, and literally reaps
the money out of you. I was surprised to find out how a group like Bnei Baruch
- that looked innocent and authentic - started to emphasize the 'bond to your
group' and 'faith over reason' both of which fall under the mechanism of any
cult out there. I have decided that from now on, before I take any step further
in a new sect of teaching I would post question in the community.
I recently came across a meditation technique called 'Transcendental Meditation,' founded by a yogi named Maharishi(who died in the 90s).
www.tm.org
I have asked for an intro session, which is free of charge.
However, she said I would have to pay 140 dollar (as a student) if I want to learn it seriously, for 4 consecutive days in a group.
and then I asked about any further costs after that 140 dollar worth session, and she said carrying on with it myself alone is free of charge (WTF?) but there would be further fee who wants to learn a bit more seriously.
Many people would smell some culty stuff going on in here, but I first got to know about Maharishi when I watched the graduation speech given by Jim Carrey at
'Maharishi university of management'... It looked authentic and real stuff to me. You can search a bit more about it if you are interested.
I want to know if anyone has already gone through it, and if it is authentic and helpful.
Thank You!
about Bnei Baruch being a cult, which I could never think of. It was very
difficult for me to face the reality, because I was kind of immersed into it.
I have learned that every cult out there has a power of seducing innocent people
who has nothing but a pure intention of seeking the truth, and literally reaps
the money out of you. I was surprised to find out how a group like Bnei Baruch
- that looked innocent and authentic - started to emphasize the 'bond to your
group' and 'faith over reason' both of which fall under the mechanism of any
cult out there. I have decided that from now on, before I take any step further
in a new sect of teaching I would post question in the community.
I recently came across a meditation technique called 'Transcendental Meditation,' founded by a yogi named Maharishi(who died in the 90s).
www.tm.org
I have asked for an intro session, which is free of charge.
However, she said I would have to pay 140 dollar (as a student) if I want to learn it seriously, for 4 consecutive days in a group.
and then I asked about any further costs after that 140 dollar worth session, and she said carrying on with it myself alone is free of charge (WTF?) but there would be further fee who wants to learn a bit more seriously.
Many people would smell some culty stuff going on in here, but I first got to know about Maharishi when I watched the graduation speech given by Jim Carrey at
'Maharishi university of management'... It looked authentic and real stuff to me. You can search a bit more about it if you are interested.
I want to know if anyone has already gone through it, and if it is authentic and helpful.
Thank You!