What Makes a ‘Cult’ Form Around a Person?

Imagine a person who feels really special or has a big idea, and they start talking to others about it. If those people feel understood and excited, they might follow that person, like in a game of tag, but with beliefs instead of balls.

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A teacher becomes a leader when students start believing all their problems will disappear if they follow the teacher's advice.
A street performer turns into a leader when people think he can make rain by singing.
A new neighbor is followed like a king after everyone believes she has magical powers.

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