Yes, most difficult to cut such ties! Due to the nature of the practice, they get subtle access and out right harass (as far as you may recall). It is not different than pledging allegiance to any materialistic criminal gang and then trying to cut loose, some would rather have you dead, if you won’t serve their needs and interests.

It’s a vicious world out there, a dog eat dog scheme. Sporadically this may go on for years, as they keep track and tab of their servants (just like gangs). They don’t take no for an answer, and parade under the beguile of self attributed righteousness and exclusivity to truth/salvation (much like gang territorial exclusivity). But eventually, on account of your determination to stay away and your clarity of allegiance to your new practice, you may get some sought after relief, in time.

I could get them on my case for this bit. But like the French say “you don’t make omelets without breaking eggs”. Trouble, stupidity and a big loud trap (mouth) being part my ways, I say whatever. Therefore, it is best ro wait for an authoritative advise that will likely tale into consideration credits or favors that may be due.