# How Charles Manson Controlled His Followers (Toxic Partners Do This Too)

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Podcast: [Charisma on Command](https://stenobird.com/podcast/charisma-on-command-8013826)
Published: 2026-09-20T02:49:05+00:00
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## Resource

The best way I know to quickly improve your confidence: https://bit.ly/CU-2525It’s a scary truth that the most powerful psychological tricks cult leaders use to brainwash their followers can just as effectively be used by toxic partners, manipulative friends, and predatory organizations against people like you and me.That’s why in this video, we’re breaking down each of those tricks - so hopefully you can spot the red flags and avoid falling victim to them too. 0:00 - Intro1:06 - They impersonate the family unit3:02 - They isolate you from your real family unit4:31 - They twist language to disguise what's happening5:52 - They demonize asking questions7:24 - They reward blind obedience9:21 - They use fake reciprocitySubscribe to Charisma On Command’s YouTube Account: http://bit.ly/COC-SubscribeConnect With Us Further:Website: http://www.charismaoncommand.comFacebook: http://facebook.com/charismaoncommandInstagram: @CharismaOnCommand Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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