When comfort turns into conviction, and conviction becomes rigidity, the mind is often just seeking safety. Extremism rarely starts with ideology — it begins with uncertainty, loneliness, and the longing to matter. Understanding this vulnerable moment is the first step toward prevention and healing.
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When Faith Meets Fear: The Psychological Appeal of Religious Extremism
As the preaching continues, the divisions between faith, identity and certainty begin to fade. What was once a path toward comfort quietly