What? Scientology?!–a blog by Rodger Clark originally posted on the STAND website (STAND is for “Scientologists Taking Action to End Discrimination”). Rodger wrote this a while ago but it is every bit as true today. Thought I’d share it. If you have ever read or watched some media panic piece on Scientology, you may have wondered why anyone in their right mind would study it. What? Scientology?! Which is why I occasionally have to deal with the freakouts and anxiety... Read more
Tad Reeves, the “Scientology Parent,” answers a question from a Reddit user who wanted to know—can anyone take a Scientology Extension Course? The question she asked was: If I don’t live close to an org, is the Dianetics extension course a viable option? How far can you go with just the extension course? “Extension courses are positively a viable option,” says Reeves, “and are very strongly recommended. The entire philosophy of Dianetics and Scientology is contained in the basic books of the religion,... Read more
Sharing this very personal message by Scientologist Wil Seabrook on the birthday of Scientology leader Mr. David Miscavige. This blog originally appeared on the website of STAND (Scientologists Taking Action Against Discrimination) and is republished with their permission. About 15 years ago I was a new Scientologist and increasingly fascinated with everything my religion and our church had to offer. Being a singer and performer, I was invited to attend a week-long event for all the most active volunteers in our... Read more
Scientology Media Productions has been awarded the Communitas Award for Leadership in Community Service and Corporate Social Responsibility for its Stay Well campaign. The campaign’s multifaceted approach educates, informs and empowers communities in over 200 nations on how to protect themselves and others against the spread of illness. According to the announcement on the Scientology Media Productions website: The Communitas Awards (communitas is Latin for “people coming together for the good of the community”) recognizes exceptional organizations and individuals that are unselfishly giving of themselves... Read more
Sharing a blog, “Scientology vs. Science Fiction,” from the STAND League website written by Scientologist Wil Seabrook. I was born in the South. There’s a kind of running joke about how someone in the South can insult you so politely you’re not even upset about it (if you even notice at all). Something along the lines of, “Bless your heart, have you gained weight? It looks so good on you I hardly noticed…” Uh, thank you, I think? That kind... Read more
Here’s another of Wil Seabrook‘s insightful blogs about Scientology, “Who Are Scientologists, Anyway?” It was originally published on the website of the STAND League. It feels like there are an infinite number of choices for entertainment on my TV and other devices these days, and yet I find myself increasingly restless searching for content that will entertain and inspire. Too much of it just feels cookie-cutter and designed to press people’s buttons through shock value or pandering. But the other... Read more
In a video on the David Miscavige website Jared Roscoe, a Clearwater, Florida-based doctor of chiropractic, describes why he and his friends are just in awe of Mr. David Miscavige. Mr. Miscavige’s Work Ethic “You talk about the ultimate in work ethic and production and taking it to the max every day,” he says. “That’s it, look no further.” “He’s really the pinnacle of what one person can do when they really have their eye on the prize and they’re dedicated and relentless... Read more
Scientology is the philosophy of facing and handling life says Scientologist Rodger Clark. This blog was originally published on the STAND (Scientologists Taking Action Against Discrimination) website and is reprinted here with their permission. A conflict between two philosophies Whenever you find controversy or conflict surrounding Scientology, or for that matter just about anything, what you are actually witnessing is a conflict of two philosophies. One is the philosophy of avoiding and escaping life. The other is the philosophy of facing and handling life. If you were to... Read more
Professional photographer Ray Kachatorian has worked with Mr. Miscavige on numerous events. What stands out to him about Mr. Miscavige is his pride and responsibility for everything he does. In this video, Kachatorian describes what he has observed about Mr. Miscavige over the years. Behind the scenes with Mr. Miscavige He is 100 percent, all the time, full throttle, there to make sure that Scientology is the way LRH intended it to be and making it accessible for the public... Read more
Wil Seabrook, who blogs for STAND (Scientologists Taking Action Against Discrimination) answers the question, “Are Scientologists Told What to Think,” published here with the permission of STAND. One ridiculous criticism I sometimes hear or read about my church is that Scientologists are told what to think about various subjects. That idea is especially ridiculous because, as a person studies and applies Scientology to more and more areas of life, their ability to think analytically and rationally and make positive decisions... Read more
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