ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Me and the Cult Leader

Okay kiddo, so imagine if there was someone who really wanted everyone to believe in the same things they did, and they wanted everyone to follow them no matter what. That person would be a cult leader.

Now, sometimes these cult leaders can be really convincing and persuasive. They might tell you that they have all the answers and that they can make your life better if you listen to them. And they might even make you feel special or important, like you're part of some special group.

But the thing is, sometimes these cult leaders can be really dangerous. They might ask you to do things that are really not good for you, like hurt other people or give them all your money. And if you don't do what they say or if you try to leave the group, they might get really angry or even hurt you.

So it's really important to be careful around people who are trying to get you to believe in things that seem strange or who are asking you to do things that don't feel right. You should always talk to a grown-up you trust if you ever feel uncomfortable or scared around someone like that.