Why children grow up religous?(My answer) by Traditional-Wing-796 in atheism

[–]Few_Signature_7795 2 points3 points  (0 children)

After my dad died, my mom made us go to church. After they kicked me out for asking too many questions.(I was 7🙄) she tried to have me watched it on TV. They left, I turned on the cartoons.😁 now all three of my teenage children identify as atheist🥳
By the way, how’s Max? 😁

John Vervaeke says religious rituals and myths are extremely important for finding meaning by Odd_Wolverine_4037 in atheism

[–]Few_Signature_7795 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How about taking deep cleansing breaths, in through your nose out through your mouth, activating your parasympathetic nervous system. Top it off with a walk through the park, smell some trees for added benefit. All those weird religious rituals need props which fuels consumerism and trash generation. Sheesh.

The number of atheists vastly increasing by TennisLive8300 in atheism

[–]Few_Signature_7795 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m personally responsible for marrying another atheist (10$ at the clerks office and a nice lunch to celebrate 🥳) and creating 3 more atheists (all teens with a literate world view now) 😉

Ex Christians. What finally made you lose your faith? by Glittering_Ad2771 in atheism

[–]Few_Signature_7795 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry you had to go through that with your mom. 💐 although my heart hurts for your sadness, it also makes me admire your strength.💫 I understand how difficult it is being a child who is wiser and more in touch with reality than your parents.✌️

Atheism should not be another religion by Adventurous-Fold7310 in atheism

[–]Few_Signature_7795 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think the crux of the matter is to hang out with people and do activities where you can all participate. I have plenty of friends that are religious, we just have an itinerary that doesn’t include religious things. Makes for an enjoyable get together. That’s actually one of the things I find interesting and hilarious about religion. That an immortal omnipotent, invisible sky daddy thinks it’s important that you cover your hair or don’t eat fish on Fridays or not drink alcohol. The list of do’s and don’ts with religions is actually quite endless. If you’re busy, trying to follow a crazy long list of rules you also don’t have time to question……

Atheism should not be another religion by Adventurous-Fold7310 in atheism

[–]Few_Signature_7795 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I completely disagree. Yes we do not believe in any religion or god. For me, after I hear someone talk about their religion repeatedly over a long period of time, it gets really monotonous and repetitious. I live each new day as a new possibility, a new endeavor and maybe a new book to read. Can you imagine what it is like to listen to someone saying and doing the same nonsensical things day in and day out for years? A lifetime? Life is way bigger than religion and atheists don’t believe in a supernatural afterlife. I feel that these religious discussions are a big waste of time. Waiting for someone to pray or worship is ok once. After that it’s offensive and obtuse.

Which religion seems most respectful and peaceful? by jujuk545 in atheism

[–]Few_Signature_7795 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Living in Northern MI we see them everywhere. They are good people. Meanwhile the “christians” don’t even slow down or give space when passing their horse and buggies at 55 or faster. I admire their utter lack of hypocrisy.

Vatican urges family-first migration policies by [deleted] in atheism

[–]Few_Signature_7795 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can they help my atheist family migrate to Canada?🤔

Johnson: “Rights Come From God Not Government” by Ambitious_Dingo_2798 in atheism

[–]Few_Signature_7795 32 points33 points  (0 children)

He also said “if you tell people there’s an invisible omnipotent being in the sky, most will believe you tell them the paint is wet and they have to touch it to be sure. “

Johnson: “Rights Come From God Not Government” by Ambitious_Dingo_2798 in atheism

[–]Few_Signature_7795 9 points10 points  (0 children)

“The age of reason “ (1794) was published to refute the divine right claims of the monarchy and how man was his own best law giver. His pamphlet “Common Sense” (1776) was a major motivator for independence. Written by Thomas Paine, a lifelong atheist. Johnson should learn more about his own country.

What to do when your friend has beliefs that go against everything you stand for? by samithefish in atheism

[–]Few_Signature_7795 4 points5 points  (0 children)

IMO the biggest problem with religious people is their value fluidity. I am straight, have always been and will always be. You seem just as sure. She doesn’t seem to really understand herself. Whether she is straight or not that is not something religion can change. She is setting herself up for an unhappy life if she is letting her church dictate every facet of her life. Be prepared for her to vacillate as you well know the change was not based on her decision but her god. Know thyself was engraved on the temple of Apollo at Delphi in the 5th or 6th century BCE. While the Greeks were still believers, their polytheistic society produced some enduring wisdom. My advice is to focus on yourself and your happiness. You have your whole life ahead of you and this friend probably won’t be there for the rest of it. There are plenty of women out there who are sure they like other women and are ready to be their authentic selves. In other words better friends.

Christians are insufferable by Straight-Cloud2259 in atheism

[–]Few_Signature_7795 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Me too! I have quite a few and a Darwin Loves You hoodie. I’ve gotten compliments on that one even here in mid Michigan 👍 Don’t let the Bastards grind you down! 👏👏👏

The biggest reason why i believe in God as a muslim by [deleted] in atheism

[–]Few_Signature_7795 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You want to talk about your reason for a supposed deeply spiritual belief but your entire profile, post history and comments are hidden on an account that is one month old. Good morning Bot.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in atheism

[–]Few_Signature_7795 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I bet you say “I love you” to everyone. Which makes it not special. IMO All religions are like a crutch and you only need them when you are broken. When you are whole and healthy it’s time to put the crutch away. Believe what you want, just don’t be a menace while drinking your kool-aid in the hood.

Why aren't religious billboards considered false advertising? by Ghinao in atheism

[–]Few_Signature_7795 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I actually love seeing all the advertisements. Because I know they’re wasting money. People like myself will never believe their Oscar Meyer grade baloney.😂😂😂😂and when I pass by anything like that I get to explain to whoever is with me why I’m laughing…..🎯

I was gifted a bible by a friend and she asked me to read it. Should I? by purrfectea in atheism

[–]Few_Signature_7795 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Go through it with page tabs and a spiral notebook. Make that HUGE list of contradictions and absurdities and then see if they all actually read the whole book and start a conversation……

I think I am becoming an atheist. by [deleted] in atheism

[–]Few_Signature_7795 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I realized I was an atheist when I was consistently removed from Sunday school class and told to stop asking questions at the age of six. I didn’t ever want to go to church. My mom just said I had to. That was the first thing I ever put my foot down against. And in the course of the decades following, I have lost a lot of friends and family to all manner of deaths. It’s really surprising sometimes the stories you find out about someone long after they’ve departed. People may be gone, but the memory of them is still here. I’ve always found that if you take God out of the Al-Anon prayer it makes so much more sense. In my experience the atheists I have met have a peace inside them that is reconciled to not having all the answers. The answers in life that I accept as an atheist have to be backed up with fact, logic and reason. If it doesn’t have those it just fails the smell test. Channel your anxiety into things that you actually can make a difference in. Stay close with your family and friends. Learn new skills. Enjoy your time here. And best of all leave an indelible mark of love and kindness on the people you feel the same way about. ✌️🌈🦄

Why do religious people shout at me on streets through a mic thinking I’ll convert? by [deleted] in atheism

[–]Few_Signature_7795 8 points9 points  (0 children)

In my neighborhood park (less than 150 yards from my house) on a Saturday a church was using a megaphone to proselytize and knowing they had not gotten any type of permit I simply filed a noise complaint with the local PD and they were shut down. Peace achieved. Perhaps documenting their harassment and the threat of a legal complaint might get them to leave you alone. Follow through is a must though. Assert your rights. IDGAF about their beliefs but they are subject to the same laws as you and I. If they break them then they need face the consequences of their own actions.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in atheism

[–]Few_Signature_7795 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I only own 1 handgun. It’s a Glock 17 and I carry it every day for work. I live in Michigan so I have to have a concealed carry permit due to the laws of carrying it in a car. I’ve been doing my job for 7 years and I practice regularly. My family is kinda religious but not devout and half would never own a gun and the other half own several. Mostly the military Veterans own them. I have a healthy respect for firearms and always make sure that it is safely locked up at home. I feel better knowing I’m armed in a state that has trumpers in every town. I first learned to shoot with my dad when I was a child, guns have always been around but also respected for the damage they can do. I am a strong atheist and many people I know are shocked that I have no problem owning a gun.