You just described a cult Steven.
With few exceptions only the most psychologically needy have stayed after continuously being disappointed year after year. They feel they NEED to be right about this.
My dad was a high-level mathematician who published many well cited papers within his specialty. I was taught that everyone should use critical thinking skills, and that everyone can use critical thinking skills. It has been a lifelong fascination to me when I encounter people that refuse to do so.
That is one psychological explanation for why I have allowed myself to remain here, trying to talk some sense into these people. Eventually, I finally realized it isn’t going to happen. I still try some, but my primary target is the newcomer who is not already psychologically attached.
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