How do I tell my parents I want to leave their religion?

My parents are Mormon, and at 13 I discovered the true history and practices of the cult and told them I wanted to be a Christian. They were furious, my relationship with them deteriorated and I felt alone, I was in pain and I needed help. There really is no way to tell them other then being honest and forthcoming. If your parents do not support you when you change your religion it is their fault, not yours. Remember that and be as respectful and kind to them as you can. There is really nothing else to do.

It's never easy, opening up to your parents and pretty much telling them that you don't believe in what they believe in. I find honest and direct is a great way to approach this. Often, people can be taken aback when their parents accept and support your decision to leave their religion. You're their son/daughter and they should love you, and they should understand that you are you're own person, free to make your own decisions and have your own beliefs.

Honestly, this is a very difficult thing to do, no matter who you are or what their religion is. People center their lives around religion, and to tell your family that you don't want that in your life will never be easy. So, how do you go about it? 1. Keep in mind, this is your life. Your family chose to make their lives about x religion, and that is good for them, but what is good for them may not be good for you. You need to find what is good for you. 2. Telling them will never be easy, however, when you want to present this to them, you are going to be asked questions. So sit down, think up all the reasons you dont want that particular religion, and basically come up with an arguement so to speak of why this rdligion isnt for you. This helps you keep your resolve when you tell your family. lastly, remember religion has a huge role in their lives, and affects how they seen the world, and you. Though you want to be sensitive to their feelings, you need to be firm about yours. Ultimately, this is your life and they need to respect that.

I personally have choose not to as my parents are more on the close minded side. It all depends on your type of parents. I hinted over time my religion just to scope out their thoughts, they were very negative so I have decided not to tell them.

Just tell them that no matter what, you love them and you fully respect their beliefs, but you don't really want to be a part of their religion anymore. Tell them that they have always been supportive about expressing and standing for your beliefs, and you can never repay them for that.

Speak to them about your beliefs - tell them you respect them and their religion. But you are your own person and you have a right to believe in what makes you feel at ease and comfortable

This can be a very difficult situation, depending on your relationship with your parents and their relationship with the religion. Make sure that you take care of your needs and your well-being first and foremost. Some people are able to have a respectful and meaningful dialogue with their families about religion, while others can find themselves in trouble for revealing their true beliefs. Only you will know the best route for you. In the end, you can find ways to be true to yourself and your beliefs, though it can be challenging.

You need to explain to them that its your life, they cannot force you to do something you're not interested in. Religion talks about being a good person , non- religious people can also be good. You don't need to be a part of a religion to prove what kind of person you are

It is good if you can sit them down and talk to them. Be honest and have an explanation on why you would like to do so and how do you feel about the current religion and the one that you are going to up hold.

Maybe it's good not to tell them bluntly, but first start making space to talk about religion and your view on life vs. theirs. Note the differences and try to discuss them calmly and maturely. After a few of these conversations, it may be comfortable enough for you to talk about you wanting to leave their religion. They may have gotten used to the idea already because of the earlier conversations. I hope this helps!