Has anyone experienced Dianetics/Scientology program ?

Question

I would like to get some "auditing" what do you think?
I heard some wierd story about. I would like opinions from people who had in some way direct experience of it.

Hellooo I asked if anyone can tell me about his own experience!!! I asked for opinion based on direct experience, and seems that only "The outsider" had one.

Answer 1

Looks like the Scientology cultist is pre-empting me these days. It's quite sad that he feels so threatened by what I MIGHT say that he tries to invalidate me with ad hominem attacks.

Here is an online book that you can read: http://www.cs.cmu.edu/~dst/Library/Shelf/cooper/index.html
Here are some more books on the subject:
http://www.amazon.com/Scientology-What-do-they-believe/dp/B00097HC5A/sr=8-2/qid=1162674568/ref=pd_bbs_sr_2/102-7812212-0608922
http://www.amazon.com/Piece-Blue-Sky-Scientology-Dianetics/dp/081840499X/sr=8-3/qid=1162674568/ref=pd_bbs_sr_3/102-7812212-0608922?ie=UTF8&s=books
Here is a book written by someone who had been on the inside:
http://www.amazon.com/Escaping-Scientology-Insiders-True-Story/dp/1596690666/sr=8-6/qid=1162674568/ref=pd_bbs_sr_6/102-7812212-0608922?ie=UTF8&s=books
Here is a recent news story regarding a family of Scientologists:
http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2006/10/25/48hours/main2124568.shtml

According to an article which interviewed real Scientologists, auditing is purchased in 12.5-hour blocks, costing anywhere from $750 for introductory sessions to between $8,000 and $9,000 for advanced sessions. It consists of holding a pair of tin cans in your hands. The tin cans are connected to a small machine that detects electical resistance in the human body. You recount specific traumatic incidents, prior ethical transgressions and bad decisions to the "auditor" who "interprets" the machine (the e-meter). Every e-meter is required to bear this warning: "The E-Meter is not medically or scientifically useful for the diagnosis, treatment or prevention of any disease. It is not medically or scientifically capable of improving the health or bodily functions of anyone".

Answer 2

Yes, I have been a Scientologist for the better part of 30 years. My first course was on communication and I have done several auditing courses, including the Hubbard Dianetics Seminar where I delivered auditing and recieved auditing. But rather than tell you my great experiences, let me tell you what my girlfriend, who is new to Scientology/Dianetics said. She just finished the Hubbard Dianetics Seminar and before she started she was very nervous about the auditing. The Seminar requires you to audit someone else, so she did that first. She was amazed by how much change happened with that person in the very first session. She told me the lady, within the first hour, had handled a problem that had been affecting her for most of her life. She left the session with so much happiness. This just shows the power of Dianetics, if someone with very little training can use it to help someone. Her auditing was just as wonderful and she gave a glowing recommendation for the course at the weekly graduation.
As for myself, I have always found that when I apply Scientology and Dianetics to my life, I do better and am happier, when I forget to apply the basics, life gets harder and my mood reflects it.
Auditing is not strange or wierd, it is simply two people communicating following a very successful set of standards that work every time they are applied. The end result is a happier individual.

Answer 3

I have been directly involved in Dianetics and Scientology since 1978. I have received auditing and delivered auditing to another and it is the most rewarding thing I have ever done. Real problems vanish, new ones are confronted and handled to my own satisfaction. I used to be very shy and lacked drive. After Dianetics, I've been married to a wonderful person for 25 years, have 2 very intelligent, drug free children now on their own, am successful in my career and have spoken in front of an audience of over 700 people and enjoyed it! I've helped others recover from traumatic experiences or handle something they thought was impossible. There is nothing more satisfying than really helping someone change his life for the better - especially when it's them saying it's better, not me. I'm overall very happy and in control of my life and wish the same for you.

Answer 4

Hi outsider. I was in for 23 years (out for 5) although I never had the income to keep me in session. I spent alot of time as a staff member so I could get my auditing for "free". You have to pay it back if you break your staff contract. This is actually illegal, a donation cannot also be a debt...nobody's pressing charges apparently. Anyway, in regards to a session itself, there is a good possibility you will walk out a bit elated or confused. If you have read the Dianetics book you'll have a clue as to how it goes. This book is not light easy reading. Professionals in the field of mental health will tell you that's because the "technology" of Dianetics and scientology doesn't make sense to begin with. There's a little too much to say in a blog answer. One little note, some investigative websites state that the small electrical charge alone can create a feeling a euphoria. But as Christopher Reeves took time to write on his death bed in his book, the e-meter can easily be manipulated by creating pictures and emotions in your mind.

Answer 5

I have been involved in Scientology and Dianetics for 27 years. I have found auditing and training very workable and very helpful. There are people out on the internet that will advise you against this and even act positive about it and then start to tell you "weird stories" so be wary of the Internet. Wikipedia is full of lies on the subject

If you are concerned about these stories. I suggest you do the free Dianetcs Extension course on line or just a book from a local bookstore or library.

Study it and use it.

You can also purchase an extension course from your local Church of Scientology or Mission for just a small fee to covering the book and course materials.

Find out for yourself by reading and using the information.

Answer 6

OOo wow eveyone seem so scared here. I've gone to some meetings and they have a library here in los angeles and hollywood.
I don't think Ron L was a nut but I don't think he would like the way the church is now. He wasn't doing it for money but wanted to help others, and he didn't believe in using drugs. I learned some useful things reading the books and leaflets. They have books in how to deal with difficult people and other problems in life. I do dislike that they try to get money from you.

Answer 7

I'd read about L. Ron Hubbard, the founder of Scientology, a major nutcase, before you get involved. If you have any questions, ask Tom Cruise.

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Answer 10

Here is that old article from Time magazine: http://www.cs.cmu.edu/~dst/Fishman/time-behar.html
There are people in the article who had "direct" experiences from auditing.