S4E7: Thought Reform and the Psychology of Totalism by Robert J. Lifton, M.D.

In this episode, Dr. Shaunta Scroggins reviews Thought Reform and the Psychology of Totalism: A Study of "Brainwashing" in China by Robert Jay Lifton, M.D. This tome is organized in four parts: The Problem, Prison Thought Reform of Westerners, Thought Reform of Chinese Intellectuals, and Totalism and its Alternatives. Dr. Robert Lifton met with 25 Western and 15 Chinese subjects in 1954-55, and had some follow-ups in 1958. Thought reform consists of two basic elements: confession and re-education. This book is laid out in such an orderly way for readers. Listen to learn about Dr. Lifton's book and let us know what you think when you read it! The Leaders Lead, Leaders Read Podcast with Dr. Shaunta Scroggins is sponsored by the Center for Legacy Driven Leadership, LLC. ~Sharing the language of leadership and training the future through  theory-driven leader development and toxic leadership awareness.~ Let's stay connected: @LegacyLeadershipCenter on IG, Facebook, and YouTube