Free Zone (Scientology)

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The Free Zone, also known as Freezone or Independent Scientology, refers to a loose collection of individuals and groups who practice Scientology outside the authority of the Church of Scientology. These practitioners range from those who closely follow L. Ron Hubbard's early teachings to others who adapt or innovate upon them, often emphasizing a non-hierarchical and individualized approach to Scientology's methods. The Church of Scientology regards such activity as heretical and labels independent practitioners "squirrels", a term used within the Church for those who alter or use Scientology techniques without authorization. Independent Scientology movements have existed since the early years of Dianetics, with various organizations and informal networks emerging over time, including Ron's Org, the Advanced Ability Center, and later online or decentralized communities. Free Zone practitioners typically distinguish between Scientology as a belief system and the Church as an institution...

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