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Girlie on my fb has been with Plexus a few years and from the tone of this post it is going great 😅

I went down a rabbit hole this evening and I have to share with folks who will appreciate.. I shouldn't be surprised but I am still amazed at how MLMs will creep into any space they can to look legitimate.

I (Canadian) got a new family doctor (a small miracle in my province) who is alternative/functional health focused (amazing and totally okay with me!).

The first thing I noticed was the branding of the clinic.. there were two different websites - one for the clinic as a registered medical office and one about the clinic and the alternative practitioners, which was branded as "live younger" clinic. Okay, that's weird but whatever. When I first went into the clinic, I noticed and thought it was odd that the clinic had "live younger" branded products. And that was when the first red flag went off.

How can a small alternative medicine clinic have its own brand of supplements/products? ..I didn't jump to conclusions ... maybe it's just some kind of sponsorship thing for clinics (thinking of specific brands only being available at certain stores, for example). Then my doctor recommended supplement products from the live younger brand because it's the best brand... And cautioned me against buying any other brand. Mmmmmm I don't like that... Yes I agree some supplement brands are shit but I know of a reputable, trustworthy, locally owned/operated heathfood store, who I know does their brand research and they have good quality stuff. I'll buy the equivalent from them, thank you. Naturally, live younger is waaay more expensive then the local shop.. Interesting.

So... I'm curious and I look into it and I cannot find any indication that it's an MLM. Okay, I leave it be... Until tonight, I'm inspired to look harder and I found it..!

"Live Younger Success" is the MLM parent brand for "Life Wave" patented products. They are supported by research from independent scientists and have all the peer review bla bla bla. It's definitely NOT an MLM though, because they have products! And it's sooo easy to be successful! Plus.. they host all kinds of online webinars.. and strongly encourage making valuable connections at learning conferences hosted by industry leaders through "Optimal Longevity Academy". I went in deep and found their compensation plan - it's got all kind of wtf and demonstrates quite clearly all four pillars of a MLM. Wow.

So anyways.. I know all people are susceptible to scams, and that they're everywhere. But it's infiltrated MY PRIMARY HEALTHCARE PROVIDER. What the actual fuck.

I feel bad for her... She's actually a really nice doctor and she's passionate and caring about her patients. I so appreciate her respect for and willingness to work with alternative health options (acupuncture, massage, naturopath, etc). But this has potential to truely hurt her clinic and her reputation.. Her "rate my doctor" reviews are BAD because people pick up on the MLM ick! I felt it.. and it took me some digging to actually find proof. I know I won't be buying from the clinic.. but it's going to be hard to take her medical advice without a grain of salt, ya know?

Anyways.. that's my story, thanks for reading! 💜

How much of a dip in income is this for the average hun? Anyone have #s from previous beach body people or others who changed over?

I would like to discuss what we think of AO globe life. They scheduled me for an interview but it seems kind of fishy

“Oh, the irony! You preach that ‘being mean isn’t cute,’ yet you’ve got a résumé full of making people cry, stalking their every move, and accusing everyone of copying you—as if originality was your thing to begin with. And let’s not forget the grand finale: using religion as a PR cover-up. Because nothing says ‘holier than thou’ like a little hypocrisy sprinkled with manipulation. Keep shining, queen of contradictions!”

“Oh, the irony! You preach that ‘being mean isn’t cute,’ yet you’ve got a résumé full of making people cry, stalking their every move, and accusing everyone of copying you—as if originality was your thing to begin with. And let’s not forget the grand finale: using religion as a PR cover-up. Because nothing says ‘holier than thou’ like a little hypocrisy sprinkled with manipulation. Keep shining, queen of contradictions!”

It's me, back again and looking for your input. Previously, I have asked for your favorite resources related to MLMs and socioeconomic issues. Now, I'm looking for practical recovery methods for people leaving pyramid, Ponzi, MLM, airplane game, or other triangularly-shaped financial schemes. While my assignment primarily has me looking for evidence-based methods, means, and practitioners, I will take what I can get.

For anyone who has previously left an MLM, what worked for you when you were re/building your social circle? What methods or care did you need to relearn or change how you learn to trust people? If you were in an MLM or similar for an extended time (one year or longer), your response is especially valuable.

I'm looking for methods that include financial recovery, emotional recovery, and social recovery. This doesn't necessarily exclude legal avenues, but that's not really my focus. Feel free to include or link to resources that are local to you (or someone you know) or online resources.

TLDR: What helped you/helps people when they left an MLM after being involved for a long time? Do you know of evidence-based practice for this issue? Did you seek or receive professional services like counseling/therapy, financial counseling, or the services of a social worker?

It's probably a good idea to remember rule 6, that we should censor identifying information. Please protect yourselves and people in recovery!

Saw this posted on Facebook.

(don’t worry: she had already joined Make a few months ago 🙄 I’m sure this will only help her build over there)

Found this posted on FB after I heard Colorstreet is going the affiliate route.

Some of you may have already heard that Color Street is making some changes. You are all such an important part of my journey with this company, so here it is:

​💖 No, Color Street is NOT closing. ​💖 No, I am NOT leaving Color Street or closing my VIP group—this community means way too much to me! ​💖 No, Color Street is not going full affiliate or eliminating stylists.

However, there are some BIG changes coming, starting March 1st. These changes will affect all stylists, myself included. Our businesses will be impacted in a variety of ways but we'll still be selling our amazing products, and will need your support more than ever!

One of the biggest disappointments is that Color Street has canceled all trips—including our Conference in Indianapolis. I will miss spending time with my Color Street friends this year, but hoping that in coming years we'll be celebrating in a bigger and better way! Remember friends - change is good!

Other changes coming include: fewer product launches (not necessarily a bad thing), a handful of items being sold on Amazon at a 40% markup (get a better deal by shopping with me), and a new “guest checkout” option that allows customers to shop without a stylist (this one will hurt us, so please support your Stylist by shopping their site).

Now, more than ever, I need your support—whether it’s shopping through my link, joining and engaging in or just cheering me on. Your support means the world to me. This isn’t just about selling nail strips or makeup; it’s about the relationships we’ve built, the fun we have, and the confidence we share.

I’m not going anywhere-I love this company and it's products. I will keep showing up, sharing new launches, hosting parties, game nights and all the things you love. I still believe in this company and will continue to work at building a team of supportive people who love it too.

Today I send lots of love out to Mr. Fa Park, our founder, and all the amazing people I have met through this company. We will be stronger together friends!! 💖

Thank you for being here. You matter to me more than you know. XOXO

Edited to add. Further FB posts show that the upline structure is gone. No more up-lines.
So, basically, the leaders who busted their asses to team build will lose a ton of residual income.
One woman posted her $30 million a year team has been reduced to nine stylists. Meanwhile, they will allow the Amazons to sell Color Street too. So, order today on Amazon, get your nail strips same day or next day; so why order from your fellow boss babe unless you truly wish to support them in their journey?

Is something happening with color street? This woman I am friends with on Facebook has been in MLM after MLM and just posted this this morning.

Does anyone as any update on the situation?

Thank you

My mum is stuck in a mlm scam named life plus and she thinks that it will make us rich.

I want to show her that its a scam but i dont realy have the time to find somephing that profes me right beacause i am still in school.

So it would be nice if you guys could give me things like Videos/Artikles/etc that profe my point

Have a nice day

DirectSellingBusiness Fraud Alert: Aadhar-PAN Mismatch Scam

Hey everyone,

I wanted to share an important update regarding a recent MLM fraud that's been making the rounds. Scammers are intentionally mismatching Aadhar and PAN details to delay refunds and scam people out of their hard-earned money.

How It Works:

1. Fraudsters create fake profiles with mismatched Aadhar and PAN details.
2. They target unsuspecting victims, promising high returns on investment.
3. When victims try to withdraw their money, the Mismatched details cause delays and complications, allowing fraudsters to disappear with the funds.

staysafeeveryone :

• Double-check all details before investing or sharing personal information.
• Report any suspicious activity to the authorities immediately.
• Spread awareness to help others avoid falling victim to this scam.

Let's stay vigilant and protect ourselves and our community from these fraudsters!

I had already escalated to the Bangalore Police Commissioner regarding the same. Community admins please do not do delete this post. I hope you understand this is a serious matter and also for ensuring that Bangalore/Bengaluru is a safe place from the muscats. In fact whole world needs to be a safe place from these corrupt practices.

And also, they already have multiple government officials and private companies management people trapped in this way. Please be alert everyone.

The Spectacular Shipwreck of the S.S. Nu: A Masterclass in Failure

Once upon a quarterly report, there was a magnificent vessel: the S.S. Nu, a $2.4 billion juggernaut slicing through the economic seas like a shark among guppies. She had it all—sleek design, cutting-edge technology, and a crew sharper than a spreadsheet at an investor’s meeting. The ship didn’t sail on water; it floated on pure potential.

Then along came Captain Ryan Napierski, the human embodiment of the phrase, “How hard could it be?”

Ryan didn’t take the helm because he knew how to sail; he took it because he thought steering a ship was just like looking in a mirror and nodding smugly. And that? That was Ryan’s superpower—believing he was the smartest man in every room, even when the room was empty. He didn’t just drink his own Kool-Aid; he bathed in it, gargled it, and made motivational speeches about its flavor.

But no captain sails alone. Enter Ryan’s “Dream Team”—a collection of sycophants so dazzlingly incompetent they made the Three Stooges look like a panel of Nobel laureates. Their qualifications? None, unless you count unwavering loyalty to Ryan’s ego and the uncanny ability to nod in unison. It wasn’t a leadership team; it was a choir of “Yes, Captain!” sung in perfect harmony, no matter how catastrophically dumb the orders.

When the ship’s sophisticated instruments screamed, “ICEBERG AHEAD!” Ryan shrugged. “Instruments are for people who don’t have gut instincts,” he proclaimed, tapping his temple like a man who’d just discovered thinking. His gut instinct? A GPS guided entirely by hubris and bad decisions.

Seasoned officers—those with actual experience—tried to sound the alarm. “Captain, perhaps we should adjust our course—”

Splash.

Overboard they went. Ryan didn’t fire people; he purged them, like a toddler throwing vegetables off his plate because they didn’t taste like validation. Dissent wasn’t discouraged; it was a one-way ticket to the unemployment lifeboat. Soon, the decks were littered with yes-men, echoing Ryan’s brilliance back at him like a funhouse mirror—distorted, repetitive, and utterly useless.

As the months drifted by, the S.S. Nu didn’t just sink; it performed its failure, pirouetting into the abyss like it was auditioning for the role of “Biggest Corporate Disaster” in a soap opera. What was once a $2.4 billion colossus became a $300 million life raft, patched together with broken dreams and bad strategy.

And there stood Ryan—on the remains of the shattered bow, chest puffed out, squinting into the horizon, utterly convinced that the ocean had conspired against him. Because in Ryan’s world, failure isn’t the result of arrogance, ignorance, or catastrophic mismanagement.

It’s just everyone else’s fault.

Off the top of my head:

• "if you work hard and follow your mentor, you'll make great money and have your dreams come true!"

I guess the 97% of people who don't make money in an mlm just don't work hard enough..

• "this is a once in a lifetime offer discount and deal on these products ".

Only for the same discount deal to be offered next week...

• "you are the sum of the people you surround yourself with".

Hun proceeds to only surround herself with other struggling huns and alienate herself from everyone else.

What other ones do y'all have?

https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2025/01/amway-america/681479/?gift=j9r7avb6p-KY8zdjhsiSZxYkntna5M_rYEv4707Zqqs

Pyramid schemes are illegal!!!! We are a multi level pharmaceutical company.