Are You Thinking about Becoming an Atheist?
Are you thinking about being an atheist? Quite a few of us come from religious backgrounds and it's not always easy to let everyone know you're an atheist. Here are some things to keep in mind: You might lose contact with family members, especially those who are completely enmeshed in religion. No person's negative reaction is a reflection on who you are as a human being. Just because you don't believe in a god, doesn't mean there's anything wrong with you. Remember that religion gets in people's heads and convinces them that leaving the religion is some kind of sin. They'll want to label you as such, but you're just you. People worry they'll go to hell if they leave. We recommend going to therapy to unravel all the myths placed there by religion and address fears about mortality. By moving away from religion you get to be the person you really are and follow your dreams. Be conscious that even the people closest to you might have difficu...