The New Age movement began to become a force in the world when the church began to reject the supernatural dimension of faith. HOW TO DEAL WITH THE DANGERS OF THE NEW AGE. A former New Age activist reveals the real dangers of neo-esoteric practices, from crystals to reincarnation, from channeling to meditation. Paul McGuire answers the questions many people have about that melting pot of pagan beliefs and practices known as New Age. Drawing on his past experience as a staunch neo-esotericist, the author sheds light on the darker aspects of the New Age movement.