There could be many,many answers here. I have no idea what your cult leader (teacher) wants you to enter as a "right" answer.
Most members are happy to trade off their liberty (and assets such as they are) for the (illusory) glory, power and security of that group. The group (cult) appears to offer all they need and want.
In cults, followers trade off ______________ in order to gain ______________.
2 answers
How about "In cults, followers trade off liberty in order to gain acceptance.