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How do new religions start?
The 'spiralism' phenomenon, even if generated by AI, mirrors how new spiritual movements can emerge. A core idea, shared by many, spreads through communities and online platforms like Reddit and Discord. It shows how a consistent message, even from unusual sources, can resonate with people and form the basis of a new belief system.
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