Dr. Darren M. SladeAug 14, 20237 min readProtecting Your Faith and Identity from Narcissistic Clergy and Wannabe Cult LeadersNarcissists are drawn to professional ministry due to the opportunities these roles present for power, control, and admiration.
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Dr. Darren M. SladeAug 8, 20222 min readAdverse Religious Experiences (AREs) vs. Religious Trauma (RT): An Important DistinctionThere exists an important difference between Adverse Religious Experiences and Religious Trauma. Learn what the distinction really is.
Dr. Darren M. SladeFeb 25, 20223 min readWe are Ukraine (Part I): The Danger of Praising "Strong Men" Like Sycophantic Fan BoysLike just before World War II, I witnessed many religionists defend a murderous dictator by praising his "strong-man" tactics like fan boys.