Will you succumb to addictive [[ideology]] via cultism, or persist through the sometimes arduous process of individuation? I suggest the latter. | Traits/Beliefs | Individualism | Cultism | |-------------------------------|---------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------| | Self-concept | Emphasizes personal freedom and autonomy | Focuses on group identity and conformity | | Decision-making | Encourages independent thought and choices | Promotes obedience to group/leader | | Personal growth | Personal development through self-discovery | Growth through group indoctrination | | Authority | Questions and challenges authority | Submits to authority of leader/group | | Goals | Personal goals aligned with individual values | Goals aligned with group/leader's agenda | | Identity | Self-defined, based on personal values | Defined by group membership and ideology | | Expression of opinion | Open to debate and discussion | Discourages dissent, enforces groupthink | | Responsibility | Personal accountability for one's actions | Responsibility attributed to group/leader | | Acceptance of diversity | Appreciates and encourages diversity | Conformity to group norms and values | | Interpersonal relationships | Fosters connections based on mutual respect | Relationships controlled by group/leader | | View of outsiders | Accepting of different perspectives | Demonizes those who do not conform | | Role of fear and manipulation | Rejects fear and manipulation as control tactics | Utilizes fear and manipulation to maintain control |