"Simone , brain washing and programming works multiple ways . Everyone does it to some form or another . The only question would be is it harmful or exploitive to the one being manipulated ? If so , how can we tell ?"
"But , of course , religion is a mere matter of brainwashing and programming . Some people , very obviously , need this sort of intrusion into their lives because they ca n't figure it out for themselves . And , there are some very profound and meaningful religious teachings . However , if one is not permitted to question the tenets of a particular belief system , I find that dangerous . Like in your sect . You do expect complete obedience , do you not ? No questioning of your authority ?"
"brain washing and programming works multiple ways . Everyone does it to some form or another"
"Some people , very obviously , need this sort of intrusion into their lives because they ca n't figure it out for themselves"