A Grand Lodge controls only its own subordinate lodges and no others. Rules made by a Grand Lodge apply only to its own members. Masons may affiliate with more than one Grand Lodge. With rare exceptions, there is no bar to joining multiple lodges in multiple jurisdictions. Cults essentially perform psychological experiments on their members through implementing thought-reform processes without members' knowledge or consent.
Masons become more and more a part of the community through various lodge-sponsored events.
Freemasonry has no particular dietary suggestions or recommendations. Typically, because of intense work schedule, lack of funds, and other cult demands, members are not able to maintain healthy eating habits. Masonry regularly contributes to other groups and organizations. In Freemasonry, instruction is based on symbolism but brainwashing, or thought reform, is not used. Cults influence members by means of a coordinated program of psychological and social influence techniques.