I would never suggest that anyone ignore their bullshit-o-meter, especially after the tune-up it got when we left that cult!

As for the benefit of the doubt, they say "If it walks like a duck and talks like a duck, then it probably is a duck."

The only thing I know for sure is that it certainly looks like a duck. 

I kept telling myself the only way to find out is to pick-up the phone and call Muktananda, and I'm not about to do that. But even then...

Welcome back and I hope you're well. 

Bob