Importance of Religion/Lack Thereof in Daily Life?

freedom41 comments on Aug 2, 2018:

I try not to think about religion. It's a complete waste of time and try to avoid it when brought up by others. I have spent to much of my life with religious bs being cramed down my throat. I'm so happy to be free of it. I wish the world was free of it as well. We have to live life to the fullest.

Is Agnostic.com a port in a storm for you?

freedom41 comments on Aug 2, 2018:

I feel the same way you do about the world and welcome this web site. There certain things you can't discuss with closed minded fools of the world. I'm glad that I found agnostic.com. A true life saver.

A study which found trans people are inherently viewed as less attractive regardless of their actual...

freedom41 comments on Aug 2, 2018:

It depends on the openness of other person tords a trans gender person. I think I would willing to date an trans gender person. Variety is the spice of life. I'm considering become a trans woman. What do we have loose by keeping an open mind.

blocking a god believer?

freedom41 comments on Aug 2, 2018:

Block them for sure if make more than 2 attempts to drive there dogma down your throat. I joined this site to talk to open minded and non 2 faced people. I've felt more excepted by this community in the last 5 mos. than all the years, I was involved in the religious bs.

People will respect you if you respect them? True or false?

freedom41 comments on Aug 2, 2018:

False. Some rich people will have no respect for no matter , how respectful you are to them. They believe they are superior to anyone who works in retail or makes less than $100,000. Which is very sad.

Bucket List

freedom41 comments on Aug 2, 2018:

Visiting all 50 states. Lack of money is holding me back. Another thing is on my bucket list is trying weed.

There’s a new group on Facebook called Stand-In Families International.

freedom41 comments on Aug 2, 2018:

Thank you for sharing the information. It will be quite helpful in my journey.

Why do you reject the idea of religion?

freedom41 comments on Aug 1, 2018:

It ruined my life. It shows how gullible some people are. I should not have to hide that im attracted to men or want to become a woman. Its my life.

Advice to yourself?

freedom41 comments on Aug 1, 2018:

My advice to myself would be become an atheist. You will be better off in the long run.

For those who have no children, would you date a partner with a child?

freedom41 comments on Jul 31, 2018:

Most likely I wouldn't date a person with children. I have no desire to be a father. I don't the patience and understanding a child would need. No, I wouldn't consider them my own if I ended up with a partner with children and do little with raising them.

Can men and women just be friends?

freedom41 comments on Jul 31, 2018:

Yes you can. I have a number friends i hang out with.

Anyone remember having something like this?

freedom41 comments on Jul 30, 2018:

The only reason i have a land line is for internet purposes.

I decided I never wanted children when I was a teenager.

freedom41 comments on Jul 30, 2018:

I would be willing to get vesectomy if I could afford it. I love to find a companion didn't want children as well. You don't children to complete your life.

Do you think it's possible to try to sway someone's opinion and influence them to make the choice to...

freedom41 comments on Jul 30, 2018:

It might be possible if you want to put in all that time.

What is the bible to you?

freedom41 comments on Jul 30, 2018:

The bible is a decoration to keep my family and friends happy since still believe the dogma. If wasn't for that I would thrown it the trash when I became an atheist.

Just a cartoon panel I like. A lot.

freedom41 comments on Jul 30, 2018:

I wouldn't mind a prince instead of princess. I think I would be better off. It is a cool cartoon.

Why do you think majority of people still believe in God?

freedom41 comments on Jul 30, 2018:

To many need religion as a crutch, because they can't stand on there own. I was a believer and found a way to be happy without the religious dogma. The world might be a better place if others can do it as well.

Can't you try to believe?

freedom41 comments on Jul 30, 2018:

I choose to believe in scientific proof and not fairy tales. I'm glad to be an atheist. The last 5 mouths have been better than the decades of brain washing.

What is your go to beverage of choice?

freedom41 comments on Jul 29, 2018:

I don't start drinking Mt. Dew. until 11 a.m. and stop at 8 p.m. I prefer to wake up naturally.

Have you ever seen a movie so bad, it was laughable and pure comedy?

freedom41 comments on Jul 29, 2018:

The never ending story falls into that category. It blows my mind that made a part 2 of such a lame movie.

Belief in a deity vs. Spiritualism

freedom41 comments on Jul 29, 2018:

Both are a waste of time as far as im concerned.

To those of you old enough . . .

freedom41 comments on Jul 28, 2018:

Veronica of course.

Why do you think theists follow their religion of choice: A) Indoctrination of fear at an early ...

freedom41 comments on Jul 28, 2018:

I would say it would be reasons : a,b,d,and f There is another option that could be the reason as well. All of the above.

Does anyone recycle?

freedom41 comments on Jul 27, 2018:

I recyle aluminum cans and other metals.

What's for dinner?

freedom41 comments on Jul 27, 2018:

Take out

What was your earliest doubt in the belief of god?

freedom41 comments on Jul 27, 2018:

Mine would be my early to mid 30s and wondering why I am still single. Wondering why females don't find me desirable. I'm no Brad Pit, but reasonably attractive. In time period wondering why treat me like crap based on my youthful appearence and job.

Leaving a faith you're raised in can be a long journey.

freedom41 comments on Jul 26, 2018:

I have no plans to go back to the dogma. I don't think anyone could convince me to do so.

I must admit I am extremely appreciative that on this forum I have been able to vent about my grief ...

freedom41 comments on Jul 26, 2018:

I'm sorry for your lose. I hope it gets better soon for you. At one time I considered joining the mormon cult. I'm glad I avoided that mistake. It might have haughted me for me for rest of my life. Plus, I hope those people don't bother you any more. Clearly they are wasting there time.

How comfortable are you with the word "Atheist" ?

freedom41 comments on Jul 26, 2018:

I'm very comfortable with the term. That defines us from the religious fools out in the world. I can't wait to tell one of door knockers to see the expression on there face. I'm thinking about annoucing on it on Facebook. To see what kind of reaction I will get

Do you think there is good to reinvent yourself sometimes or to keep doing the old way?

freedom41 comments on Jul 26, 2018:

Yes, I'm thinking of a number of ways to reinvent myself. The old, same old is boring.

Greetings to the community.

freedom41 comments on Jul 26, 2018:

Welcome to the community.

Turn Back Time?

freedom41 comments on Jul 26, 2018:

I would say age 19. I moved out of the house and i could have done away with god/religion. It would have more preductive than way life really turned out. Since, there wouldn't be any restraints on how I would live my life. I could have a wife that was a stripper or life partner(man) for the last 20 plus years for example.

It's happening !!!!! ????????

freedom41 comments on Jul 26, 2018:

Way to go. I hope your reach it by the end of the day. Just think that t shirt is on its way to your house. I wish I was that close to reaching level 7.

Shocking news, the Catholic Church doesn't like them transgenders [modbee.com]

freedom41 comments on Jul 26, 2018:

That's a shame. The catholic cult is more understanding than the others. They are still brain washed by dogma, which makes them 2 faced. There have been brief times I thought about becoming a woman. I thought would be happier if I did. The money for the surgeries, etc. is biggest hurdles. I'm still debating with myself to do it or not. I'm sure anyone who reads this wouldn't have problem with it.

Tips on coming out?

freedom41 comments on Jul 26, 2018:

I will let you know after I do it. My parents are the same way and I consider myself an pansexual as well. I know they won't take it well and I'm afraid they will take me out of the will.

If you were once religious, why are you not now?

freedom41 comments on Jul 26, 2018:

I had a family member imply that I would go hell is if I change religious sects. So, I thought screw god and religion, I will try atheist. I'm so glad I did. Now, I can do whatever I want without feeling guilty about it. I have no problem with having a husband one day instead of a wife. Or get some tattoos and piercings. it's my right to smoke pot if I want to or not. I put it on my bucket list since I became an athieist.

Raised in the faith

freedom41 comments on Jul 26, 2018:

I found it fairly easy to walk away from. It was a great relief that I wasn't wasting my time and money on dogma. I'm still in the closeted atheist,but being liberated from the bs of religion is great. Religion ruined my life and trying to fix it isn't easy. I hope I can repair all the damage some day. I wondered how my life would be if I was raised as an atheist.

Science and Philosophy Offer More for Grief than Religion Bereavement is horrible, but religion is ...

freedom41 comments on Jul 26, 2018:

Now that I believe how the world really is, religion will never comfort me if a loved one passes away. Death is just part of our life cycle.

How convinced are you?

freedom41 comments on Jul 26, 2018:

My life is proof enough there is no god. I'm 100 % certain that there are no deities and science proves that big bang created the universe and not god. Imaginary things can't create anything at all. I'm so glad I saw the world for what it is when I became an atheist 5 plus months ago. I'm a little embarased that I was brain wash for so many years and wish I would have broke free of it earlier in life. Now I can be myself more in public.

Did anyone else go through the stages of Atheism?

freedom41 comments on Jul 25, 2018:

I did stages 2 & 3 during first weeks as athiest. Only regret that i didnt become an athiest earlier in life.

Praying with others??

freedom41 comments on Jul 25, 2018:

I put my head down and hope it doesn't take long . I know Im wasting my time praying to something that don't exist.

Religion at work

freedom41 comments on Jul 24, 2018:

Be honest with that person. They can't fire you for what you for what you believe in. If do it in a peaceful manner.

How do you people feel about prenups?

freedom41 comments on Jul 23, 2018:

I won't get married without one. Given my track record with the ladies. I would probably get the biggest screw over of my lifetime. In case it doesn't last.

Screaming “Oh God” in bed....

freedom41 comments on Jul 23, 2018:

There is no reason to go to church in first place. Having sex on a Sunday morning is more productive than brain washing.

Did anyone else ever fantasize about creating a community of non-believers?

freedom41 comments on Jul 22, 2018:

The thought of kind of community has come to mind. You have put more thought into it than have. I would like to be part of that community.

I am getting closer to level 8.

freedom41 comments on Jul 22, 2018:

At least getting close to level 8. Which is quite an accomplishment. Im still trying reach level 7. Which is taking forever.

How religious family members "support" you.

freedom41 comments on Jul 21, 2018:

Good for you, that you had the courage to tell your family that your an atheist. Hang in there. You are stonger than you think. If you can't reason with the family, consider distancing yourself from them.

Does it annoy you when Christians say,” America is a Christian nation?”

freedom41 comments on Jul 21, 2018:

You are spot on. Christians are the most two faced people in the world.

How did you celebrate your 21st birthday?

freedom41 comments on Jul 20, 2018:

After, my parents took me out for dinner, I believe I went to the tittie bar. Which made a very nice birthday for me. To each there own.

Marriage or Domestic Partners?

freedom41 comments on Jul 20, 2018:

Leave out the religious bs of marriage and the titles are almost the same thing. Biggest difference is that marriage requires a certificate and the other does not. Either title is fine with me if you leave out the religious bs. Religion ruins practically everything in the world.

Personal safety.

freedom41 comments on Jul 20, 2018:

I'm in the closet for the most part, but I do fear for my safety with the current president in office. Only the people on this site and one other know I'm in my own gender. It's a shame there is so many closed minded people in the world that we can't feel safe living in it.

Sin or not, if yes, why?

freedom41 comments on Jul 20, 2018:

Its not a sin. Religious people are afraid of there bodies to some degree. Which is very sad.

Okay, this is a FIRST in a long time! Just this moment (7/19/18 @ 10:54am) two women knocked on my ...

freedom41 comments on Jul 19, 2018:

I think i will try your approach . The next time i get one of those people at door.

What Do you Think About Monday's?

freedom41 comments on Jul 13, 2018:

Since, I work with the public it's right in the middle of my work week. Most people that have a problem with it are white collar workers who get every weekend off.

Religious and Athiest

freedom41 comments on Jul 13, 2018:

I think it is possible for the relationship to work. It won't be easy by no stretch of the imagination. During some point in the relationship the atheist can turn the religious from dark side dogma. I willing to do this for wouldn't die alone.

What hair color of the opposite sex are you more attracted to ?

freedom41 comments on Jul 13, 2018:

brunettes and red heads. I have had problems with dating blondes.

Hello! I'm new to this site and just trying to figure it all out! I am generally distrusting of ...

freedom41 comments on Jul 13, 2018:

This site is lot better than others out there for dating, etc. I find this one the most open minded site out there.

Does age matter to you when it comes to love or dating?

freedom41 comments on Jul 13, 2018:

For biological needs there is not much of problem with a big age gap. For other things that pertain to your generation and not theres could cause a rift in the relationship.

Men/Women, Is sex a requirement for an enjoyable romantic relationship?

freedom41 comments on Jul 12, 2018:

Good sex is a key to healthy marriage. Most couples need to do it at least 3 times a month for lasting bond. Doing other stuff like in common is good, but only can take you so far. That's just my opinion and others may feel differently.

How do you feel about religious music being played in a gym?

freedom41 comments on Jul 12, 2018:

I'm glad my gym doesn't play that closed minded music. I might consider canceling my membership, because of it.

It doesn't work, the devil won't show up... It's been 30 years and he hasn't answered yet!

freedom41 comments on Jul 12, 2018:

A close minded fool posted that. That person must be sex starved to be so conservative or to enberisted to go to adult type store buy a toy.

If you had to choose one, what would you get as a tattoo?

freedom41 comments on Jul 11, 2018:

I would go with none of the above. My choice would be some kind of atheist tattoo.

Swear words?

freedom41 comments on Jul 5, 2018:

I tried fairly hard to cut those phrases out of my system. I do say god damn it more often since I became an atheist 4.5 mouths ago.

Are atheists criticising the wrong things about religion?

freedom41 comments on Jul 5, 2018:

I think that we criticize every wrong thing that religion/god represents. It's nice of them to give food, shelter, and money to help the poor. Craming dogma down there throats in process is wrong and shouldn't be an requirement of that help.

I know it's summer right now, but I was just wondering . . .

freedom41 comments on Jul 5, 2018:

It's nice help out your fellow man or woman. However, the mail carriers make like 6 to $10 more than I do. Why do you think a book of 20 stamps is $10.

We're happy to roll out an update to our "likes" button.

freedom41 comments on Jul 1, 2018:

Thank you for the additions to the web site.

Does anyone believe that theists are generally honest and sincere in their claims?

freedom41 comments on Jun 29, 2018:

No, I don't. Some theists are as honest as politicians. I most of them to be 2 faced.

Would you raise your children religious just to fit in?

freedom41 comments on Jun 29, 2018:

No, I wouldn't raise my children that way to fit in. They need to know the truth about the world, and not to believe in stupid fairy tales. I know I would have been happier if I was. Also, tell to be respectful of others beliefs, so that get along with more people.

Why are hard-to-believe faiths more popular? Baptists vs. Quakers

freedom41 comments on Jun 29, 2018:

I don't know why people flock to the baptist cult. My guess some people need some kind of goal to work tords. It was forced on my due to my parents and other family members. I'm glad I finally saw the light 4 mouths ago.

I was very religious, and I used to pray with my son a lot, we also went to church every Sunday.

freedom41 comments on Jun 29, 2018:

Tell him the truth. It might sting for awhile, but your son will get over it eventually. Make it clear it's his decision to believe in fairy tales or reality. I wish I stopped believing in fairy tales early in life. Your son might be an happier when leaves the bs of religion/god. I know I am.

Would you have a wedding with religious aspects incorporated in it?

freedom41 comments on Jun 29, 2018:

Yes, I would be willing to compromise. It's better than living the rest of my life alone in this hateful world we live in.

Where do we go from here.

freedom41 comments on Jun 28, 2018:

I would say it would all of the above. I feel we are so screwed all those republicans in office. We need more independents in office for major change in the right direction.

Insidious nature of the closet

freedom41 comments on Jun 28, 2018:

It might be a little easier today, but not much. To many fools believe in fairy tales for us really thrive.

I went to Pride in Minnesota this past weekend.

freedom41 comments on Jun 28, 2018:

I would have been disappointed to if I didn't see an atheist booth at pride event. I don't know why there are not more gay atheists in the world. Since, the religious, close minded fools frown on us so much. The constitution applies to us as well. All people are created equal no matter what sex they prefer.

Ok this is a good one.

freedom41 comments on Jun 28, 2018:

I know he doesn't exist . Nearly all of my adult life is proof that he doesn't. In a way we are pissing off nothing. I'm fine with that.

What position do you sleep in?

freedom41 comments on Jun 26, 2018:

Mainly on stomach or side.

You catch a religious nut putting a flyer on your car windshield or house door. What do you do?

freedom41 comments on Jun 22, 2018:

I would take it and throw in the trash after they left my property. That way they don't keep bothering me and saves me a phone call to the cops.

Did you grow up atheist or agnostic?

freedom41 comments on Jun 22, 2018:

No, I didn't grow up atheist. I wish would have brought up atheist. Then I wouldn't have been burdened with religious bs/god for nearly all my life. I love thinking for myself and getting to enjoy the world as it is. Growing up baptist really narrowed my thinking until I saw the light and left the dark side of religious bs/god. It's hard dating, being married,etc. to someone with different views of the world. Some people can deal with it and be happy. Then there is people that can't find common ground. There are ways for all of us to get along. It's just matter of finding it.

Hello everyone! Seems like a fine and relatively peaceful community going on in here.

freedom41 comments on Jun 21, 2018:

Your welcome. I hope you enjoy everything this community has to offer. I find it is wonderful and liberating place to be.

Sister relationship

freedom41 comments on Jun 20, 2018:

Give her some time. She might change her mind down the road. You might be able to change her mind. I hope you can find a way to change your sisters mind. It might make you to closer.

How religious were you before you became atheist?

freedom41 comments on Jun 20, 2018:

I say I was a 7 on a scale of 1 to 10. Maybe a lower number since i became an atheist so easily. Its great to think for myself.

Religious Homosexuals

freedom41 comments on Jun 20, 2018:

No, you are not the only one that thinks so. Your post is absolutely correct. The bible is not reliable for much.

What do you say to someone that insists that "God"

freedom41 comments on Jun 20, 2018:

Let it go in one ear and out the other.

According to a Facebook post by a conservative Messianic Jewish friend, all of the world's problems ...

freedom41 comments on Jun 14, 2018:

That dude who posted that is so many levels of wrong.

Is religious eradication a step in the right direction?

freedom41 comments on Jun 14, 2018:

It couldn't hurt at this point. SInce the world is so screwed up as it is.

I can not explain how happy I am to find you all where I can ask endless questions without being ...

freedom41 comments on Jun 14, 2018:

Welcome to the community of free thinkers. Congrats on leaving the dark side of religious bs. I'm also happier as an atheist.

Ever notice how Christians are always crying persecution, but are the main ones damning people to ...

freedom41 comments on Jun 14, 2018:

Christians are bunch of cry babies. There beliefs are more excepted than ours. We are more frowned on than the religious fools of christianity. I'm glad that I"m no longer one of those fools.

Meaning of existence

freedom41 comments on Jun 13, 2018:

We can think for ourselves, that what gives our lives meaning.

Who, besides your parents, had the biggest impact on your life?

freedom41 comments on Jun 13, 2018:

God until i saw the light. I'm glad i left the dogma behind me.

World peace?

freedom41 comments on Jun 13, 2018:

No i don't think there will be world peace our lifetime or reach the 22nd century. Might have a chance if we get rid of religion.

Hello to all, I just joined this group. How are all my fellow heathens to night?

freedom41 comments on Jun 12, 2018:

I'm doing fine and yourself.

What do you fill your Sundays with now instead of church?

freedom41 comments on Jun 12, 2018:

Sleep in, go to the gym,watch tv, etc. Just about anything is better than going to church for brain washing,etc.

Suicide: a cowardly move? True or false?

freedom41 comments on Jun 12, 2018:

False. Suicide may the only way to get rid of the pain that made you feel this way. It's a persons choice to live or commit suicide. There were a number of times I considered committing suicide in my 30s. I felt alone, because no one outside of family cared that I was on this planet. I'm glad I found reasons to live, but it's not cowardly to do so.

Being religious will not save you from suicide.

freedom41 comments on Jun 11, 2018:

Probably 80 % of suicides have to do with religion.

For those brought up In religious households, do you remember at what point your world changed?

freedom41 comments on Jun 11, 2018:

My world changed when a family member told me there is one way to believe in and others are wrong. I have the right to choose what I believe. I'm not a child. Becoming an atheist is the best decision I ever made. It's so liberating to free of dogma. I know I have mentioned this in a number of posts. I do wish I became an atheist earlier in life. For I could enjoy the happiness I have now, earlier in my life. Now I see all religions are nothing but cults and have no desire go back to the bs.

Atheism is expanding faster than ever.

freedom41 comments on Jun 11, 2018:

I wish we could post those signs here in the USA and nothing would happen to them. I think they would be quite helpful.

Due to the recent celebrity suicides, mental health is being discussed a lot.

freedom41 comments on Jun 11, 2018:

I know my mental state has improved since , I did away with religion. Religion hurts more people than it helps. That is one of the reasons the suicide rate is going up. Which is truly sad for everyone.

Every time I see people online bashing the LGBT community they seem to be religious folks citing the...

freedom41 comments on Jun 10, 2018:

Its like 95 % religious fools and few old fashioned atheists.

Do you refuse to attend religious ceremonies of family and/or friends?

freedom41 comments on Jun 10, 2018:

Since i haven't been invited to any of that in years, it hasn't been a problem. I don't think I would go if i was invited.

How do you tell religious people that you're an atheist?

freedom41 comments on Jun 10, 2018:

Flat out telling them your an atheist is the best way. You have the right to believe in whatever you like. If some people want to believe in fairy tales it's there right and rest of us who believe in non fairy tales that is our right to do so.