I really agree, religion unlocks a lot for a lot of people. I have transcendental beliefs that have been of service. Acknowledging that, some organisations use others conscience against them to control them. Some make the decision selfishly, some think the ends justify the means, and some just do it without being aware of it. There’s a whole spectrum of benefit, some benefit their members a lot and I think we can safely say that most cults do not in the end benefit their members.