In this week’s episode Nicola and Jay discuss the reality cults, abuse and the dark side of spiritual (or any) community. With guest Elizabeth Donoghue, activist and survivor, we explore the nature of cults, how abuse happens and what it is. What is it like to walk into the world of 'healing' and be faced with cult mentality, mental, physical and sexual abuse? So many of us are searching for healing, growth, community, understanding, it can be easy to fall into cycles of abusive behaviour, especially in spiritual community where a there is a belief system that is set in place and unquestionable. 

Join in the conversation on Instagram @theafroanimistpodcast and Elizabeths page @herstorylondon. 

For anyone struggling with the issues raised in this episode, support is available at www.cultinformation.org.uk and www.mind.org.uk.