Is Hugh Jackman’s the School of Practical Philosophy a religion or a secret cult?
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The School of Practical Philosophy sounds harmless enough – affordable, non-academic courses that draw inspiration from Eastern, Western and Hindu philosophical traditions. There’s meditation and learning the ancient language of Sanskrit. They even have a devoted poster boy in A-lister Hugh Jackman, a long-time member who endorses the teachings as life-changing.
Yet the school may have a darker side, with past students and sceptics claiming it’s a pseudo-religion that borders on a cult. The name differs around the world but its leadership and lessons remain the same, and critics say these are questionable.
Recently, one worried user took to Reddit with concerns about their friend joining the London branch. The thread prompted a chilling claim from an anonymous ex-member. They said the “life program” starts spiritually pleasant but grows more controlling.
“It’s a cult. My parents joined about eight years before I was born and I was raised in it… until I left at age 19,” they claimed. “Almost 30 years later and I’m still seeking treatment for the damage it caused me.”
Innocent beginnings
British politician Andrew MacLaren and his son Leon started the movement in London in 1938 as the Henry George School of Economics. The men were inspired by the theories of American economist Henry George. He believed people should own the wealth they produce. However, the value of land and natural resources should belong equally to all.
It’s said the direction shifted when Leon took charge. He changed the name to the School of Economic Science (SES), its title until the 2019 switch to the School of Philosophy and Economic Science.
It was at the Melbourne branch, the School of Practical Philosophy, where 24-year-old Hugh found his re-education on the “truth” of the world. Raised in a strict Christian home, the actor admits he had always found traditional religions too “restrictive”.
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