Critique is healthy for everyone but cult leaders


Hey Reader! Last year, I went on a leadership retreat that combined difficult physical challenges with philosophical discussions. The lengths to which people went out of their way to help each other through the physical and mental obstacles touched me deeply. I enjoyed the work, the group and what I learned about myself. However, I noticed a disconnect between the stated aims of the retreat and what the leader chose for us to read and discuss around the campfire every night. As we hiked out,...