The Allure of Sacrifice
Atran reveals that many recruits to extremist groups often feel like outsiders, seeking a cause greater than themselves. These individuals are drawn in by narratives that frame personal frustrations within a larger context of oppression. The commitment to sacred values, immune to trade-offs and social pressures, drives people to sacrifice for their beliefs, whether in violent or peaceful movements.In this clip
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Hidden Brain
Episode 13: Terrorism
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