Beware of this dating scam: the founder of “Twin Flames” is also active in Switzerland

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Finding true love is what many people dream of. Dating apps such as Bumble, Tinder or Hinge are part of the daily routine for many singles. But dating often ends in heartbreak. The Americans Jeff and Shaleia Ayan wanted to change that. To do this, they founded the “Twin Flames Universe” Academy (TFU).

For several thousand dollars, members receive courses on so-called true love. The website says the training will lead to “a lifestyle of eternal unconditional love, healing and transformation.” Additionally, members learned to “love and be loved from a place of authenticity.”

According to the founders, a “Twin Flame” relationship is “a spiritual state” in which both partners are “awakened” and “have agreed to commit themselves exclusively to each other.”

Netflix documentary exposes cult-like structures

The Church of Union, founded by Jeff and Shaleia, demonstrates the importance of the role of spirituality. There, both are presented as gurus “sent from heaven by God” to teach members “the doctrines of unity” and work toward the “creation of heaven on earth.”

The movement is critically examined in the Netflix documentary ‘Escaping Twin Flames’. There are even cult-like structures. Former members say they were pressured to change gender to find themselves. It is also reported that Jeff and Shaleia Ayan tried to convince former members to turn away from their family because they were holding them back and not being able to see their ‘true selves’.

Gurus decide who can have children

Ex-member Keely Griffin says that the Gurus even planned to set up a kind of commune: “Jeff was willing to buy a huge event hall for 300 people. And we were supposed to live in a trailer on this property while we renovate it and start a farm.” The members would then have to live there with their gurus and have children. Who deserved to have children , would be determined by Shaleia and Jeff Ayan. The decision mainly depends on income.

The business model of the so-called love movement is questionable. Members pay thousands of dollars for courses. Anyone who succeeds in becoming a ‘promotional trainer’ teaches others the lesson of love. According to ex-members, half of the money the promotional coaches raise goes to Jeff Ayan and Shaleia Ayan.

Movement also in Switzerland

The series mentions that Stefanie Z.*, a member of TFU, travels to Switzerland. Research shows that she now lives here – together with her husband Kiran Z.* The two married in 2020 in the Church of Union. “Since then, they have been working together to make their heaven on earth in Switzerland a reality,” reads the TFU website.

To do this, the couple started a coaching business called “Make your Rainbow.” Both are presented on the website as “certified progression trainers”. The couple promises: “We will help you develop your emotional autonomy so you can live a more peaceful and balanced life. We will be by your side as you manifest your perfect life.” Interested parties can register for a trial course. Anyone who books a free course with TFU receives a 50 percent discount on the first session with Stefanie.

Infosekta warns against exploitation

When asked by Blick, the specialized agency for cult issues Infosekta explains that no reports have yet been received about Twin Flames. Yet the specialized agency warns: “The central position of Jeff Ayan and Shaleia Ayan, who see themselves as gurus for the spread of the ‘religion of love’, is problematic.” The “mix of religious and esoteric elements” can be marketed well. However, due to followers’ “belief in authority,” there is “a risk that the needs of vulnerable people will be exploited.”

Blick has contacted Stefanie Z. and Kiran Z. for a statement. An answer is still pending. TFU was also contacted by Blick – and is defending itself against the series’ allegations by citing a media statement. It says: “The allegations against the TFU not only distort our true objectives, methods and curricula, but also misrepresent the autonomy of our community members, who are free to use our resources as they see fit. ”

*Names known

Source: Blick