How do I deal with a religious family as an atheist?
carolynpearl
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Oct 29, 2017
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It is difficult if your family uses religion as a means of persecuting your personal beliefs. I find that it helps to remind everyone that we would benefit from accepting that everyone is different, and to allow others to have live their lives as they best see fit.
Anonymous
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Nov 12, 2017
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You don't try to impose your beliefs or get into arguments over theirs. Respect them for who they are despite what ever beliefs they hold. Better not talk about things that could lead to religious arguments.
TogetherForeverAlways
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Nov 15, 2017
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First you need to accept that this is a complex matter and that religion is not entierly a choice, it is about faith and practice. Then you need to respect them and avoid challenging their beliefs.
readingDream88
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Nov 17, 2017
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Have you come out to them as an atheist yet? If they're not supportive of you, just keep in mind that different people have different perspectives.
keara423
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Nov 17, 2017
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Depending on how severe their belief system is toward you, you may just need to keep it on the down-low. As someone who relates to this issue, most times family will act cordial if you treat them with respect and don't start arguments. If a fight ensues, try to direct attention elsewhere or even walk away if it becomes a threatening environment. If anything physical begins, contact authorities.
hopeyoureokay
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Nov 18, 2017
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Just try to accept their beliefs as they are. You don't have to share their opinions, but if they are comfortable with their way of life, dont try to change them.
Anonymous
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Dec 1, 2017
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Try to not be affected with whatever your family says about Atheists. They live their own life and you live yours.
DaenerysStormborn
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Dec 6, 2017
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Respect their belief & tradition, there's so much to a person than that. I don't think there's anything to "deal" with, just to respect it.
bleuvide
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Dec 14, 2017
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I think it's all a matter of respect. You need to aknowledge the environment they're living and growing in, and the common thoughts they are given from their religion. Being respectful and objective really is the key.
Emily1876
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Jan 9, 2018
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The most important thing is to establish mutual respect. It may help to have discussions with certain family members about what you believe and why. As much as it is important that your family respects your beliefs, it is also important that you respect your family's beliefs and try to understand why they believe what they believe.
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