The Church of Scientology: WTF Is It?

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Firstly, I would like to state that I am not a conspiracy nut. I have never been, and probably never will be, but damn. I was watching an episode of America's Book of Secrets. It had an episode about Scientology on there. It didn't give many answers; however, it did make me a bit more curious about a religion with the word "science" in it. You may be asking, "Why the hell is this on F*** Self Help". Let me explain:

Scientology is suggested to be a religion in which helps those overcome past negative experiences and more. I am doing some research on it, and I thought that with the "helping" potential of a religion, why the fuck not put it on here. So, without wasting anymore of your damn time, let us get started, shall we?

What is Scientology?
Scientology is classified as a system based on a religious belief of seeking spiritual fulfillment, as well as self-knowledge through study and training. And, folks, if you miss school you will be happy to know that this shit is actually graded. "Billy, you fail because you lack enough electrons in your mental field in order to repair your personal past that is hindering your future that can or will be." I think I proved my point on that. Could you imagine if the damn pope would sit down behind his desk wearing his quite-large pope hats giving A minuses to priests? It is just ridiculous. Anyways, moving on.


History of the Church of Scientology
The Church of Scientology was began by L. Ron Hubbard in the year of 1954. However, let us take a look at his standing prior to beginning a "church". Hubbard had dropped out of college due to his failing grades. (Side note: Dropping out due to life circumstances; understandable. Not because of grades.) He also claimed that he had a career in the military. How can you have a career when you join the military then beg the Veterans Administration for mental help? Well, I guess when you are mentally insane, it is important to seek help. I guess.

Hubbard also claimed to be a writer and refused to keep writing for a fee of one cent per word. Keep in mind that this was in the fucking 40s when money meant more. Freelancers today make that or more. So, what the hell was he bitching about? He stated at one time that, "Writing for a penny a word is ridiculous. If a man really wants to make a million dollars, the best way would be to start his own religion." He said this to Lloyd Eshback in the year of 1949. Guess what, folks! He did just that thing. And where there is people with a ridiculous amounts of money and have no clue what to do with it, there will be sheep led to the slaughter; or the gutter.

Let us get to more of the beginning of this "religion". (Yes, I am using quotes on the word "religion".) Hubbard found out and became obsessed with a lie detector machine called the electropsychometer. He had believed that it could be used for auditing. He bought a franchise of this type of device and renamed it the Hubbard Electrometer; E-meter for short. Thus, scientology was born.

The headquarters was opened in Phoenix, Arizona and he gave himself a degree of D.Sc, which is deemed Doctor of Scientology. The shady past of this "Doctor of Scientology"continues to move on into the weird, untrue, and stupid areas in which only a fictional writer could manifest. How people actually fall victim to this man is beyond me.

Scientology Beliefs 
All right, I am going to be completely honest here. I am researching this because I was interested in learning more about this. It's different, and I didn't know. But, the beliefs of this religion are too "out there" and long for me to list here. So, here is a link that you can follow to read about the beliefs should your really want to dive into it. Wikipedia: Scientology

Joining Scientology
Simple, do an audit. What is an audit? They will sit you down, read a meter when you speak about horrible past experiences and more. You have to endure a lie detector session, among other things.

Now, here is the truth behind the "stress test" or auditing. Here is a brave soul that was able to get a secret recording during his visit to the Church of Scientology. Yes, it is long, but it is pretty interesting.

Scientology Horror Stories
The first thing I would like to state here is that in the 1970s the IRS actually proved that Hubbard was taking millions of dollars from his own church. He did it using dummy corporations, right along with Swiss bank accounts.

Paul Haggis decided that this church was not for him in the year of 2009 when this stupid ass church decided that they were not going to support gay marriages. That's right, they voted against the free will of those who like the same sex. He also didn't like their disconnection step in becoming an idiot of the church. It is where you have to sever all ties to those not in the church. Yes, that means your best friend growing up, your mother, your sister, your brother, cousins, the Easter Bunny, and everyone else in your life.

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Anonymous and the Church of Scientology had a pissing contest. Although I have not agreed with a few of the actions taken by Anonymous over the years, their point on Scientology I do have to agree with among other standings they have. It was reported that during an Anonymous demonstration the Church of Scientology had members followed home and ended up trying to ruin their life.

Here is a video about real stories about scientology and those who escaped it....

Conclusion
What idiot would actually deem this a real religion? Why would you freely join a "church" that takes your money? Why join a "church" that others flee from to "keep their kids safe"? I mean if you freely join a place like this, quite frankly your stupid enough to belong there. It is said that the church approaches people in the way a bully would approach a peer in order to have them bend to their will. Well, let me tell ya, bullies are also fucking idiots; therefore... Yes, complete idiots.

Can It Really Help?
Alright, let me be very real here. Even though something like this is definitely not for me, probably not for you, and definitely not for most people; the Church of Scientology has proven results in helping some people who are at the bottom of the barrell and definitely could use help. Take the case of Lisa Marie, the druggy. She is clean and going strong. So, even though I personally do not agree with this "church", it doesn't lack progress and the means to actually help someone who does need it.