Radicalization Does Not Happen Overnight — Dr. Melvyn Lurie on the Psychology Behind How Extremism Takes Hold

Most people assume extremism is obvious, that the warning signs are clear and the people who fall into radicalization are fundamentally different from everyone else. Dr. Melvyn Lurie has spent years studying the psychology and sociology of extremist movements, and what he has found is far more unsettling: the patterns that lead to radicalization are subtle, incremental, and far more common in ordinary human psychology than most of us want to believe. He joins Stacey Chillemi to decode how extremist ideologies take root, what the early warning signs of radicalization actually look like before they become visible, and the psychological and sociological conditions that make people vulnerable to extremist thinking in the first place. What he shares about the myths that prevent us from recognizing these patterns early, why political extremism follows predictable psychological pathways that can be understood and interrupted, and what each of us can do to challenge our own assumptions about how radicalization happens will give you a more honest and more useful framework for understanding one of the most pressing issues of our time. The path into extremism is rarely a sudden leap. This episode shows you what the steps actually look like. To explore Melvyn Lurie's books, media, and speaking engagements, visit his website at  Sponsored by: Wellness Essential: Are you looking for a one-stop shop for health and wellness products? Visit Wellness Essential. Our online store offers high-quality vitamins, supplements, and cutting-edge technologies to enhance your overall well-being. Subscribe to our newsletter and get 15% off your first order. Discover a healthier you at Wellness Essential - Shop now! Become a supporter of this podcast: . Follow The Advisor with Stacey Chillemi for weekly episodes on mindset, wellness, spirituality, and business growth—without burnout. Newsletter & resources: https://substack.com/@staceychillemi Watch & connect: • • Be a guest/sponsor: [email protected] • or Disclaimer: Educational only; not medical, mental-health, or legal advice. © The Advisor with Stacey Chillemi. All rights reserved. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices