It's annoying, right? I can handle the passive aggressive shit like that. It's them cashiers or retail associates out here trying to personally bring souls to Jesus that get on my nerves.

I can't count how many times bitch-faced, lunchlady arms having ass middle-aged women with a southern drawl have stared me down at the end of a purchase and said "god bless you" in a way that feels like a challenge because they don't say it nicely, they say it like they're hoping you'll sprout horns so they have an excuse to shoot you.

But yeah, it's annoying in all forms.

A physician's Assistant (PA) use to say, "Have a Blessed Day" as he was going out the door after an exam. He never dwelled at the door long enough for me to tell him his comment was inappropriate and leave religion out of my medical exams. He didn't last very long at the doctor's office. And I never said anything to my MD. Otherwise, he was a great PA.
I'm glad I'm retired and don't have to deal with religious bosses.

Annoying, and yet another of many ways to assume a belief in the supernatural is the norm.

I work as a graphic artist, and get that sort of thing all the time from religious clients. Annoying though it is, I do not take offense, as they are just trying to be nice in the only way they know how. If, however, your manager knows you are a non-believer, and is saying it just to irritate you, then perhaps you have a right to go on the offensive. I do not, though, see where referencing an Abrahamic archangel to demonstrate that you don't believe in Abrahamic religions is in any way beneficial. Of course you could try something totally outrageous, like explaining to the person that you are a non-believer and it would make you happier if they just said "Have a nice day", which, while not nearly as dramatic, might make things run smoother at the store. As always, the decision is entirely yours. Have a mediocre day.

I've had the people who work at Five Guys say that to me. I just blow it off. Sometimes I wonder if the expression means to go fuck myself.

I wish everyone who commented or even viewed your post would check this.
EEOC Compliance Manual Section 12 - Religious Discrimination
12 - III HARASSMENT
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No the perfect solution, but you might try Blessed Be. Witches use it as a friendly parting comment. So, if the manager turns red, green, or purple you’ll know they are onto the saying. If they don’t turn some strange color, then you’ll get confirmation that that are clueless.

Depending on which retail service you work for try going to HR or even outside the actual store (my company has a phone number outside our store if you aren't comfortable speaking within). In the company I work for religion is to be kept out of the workplace. Food for thought especially if you need to keep your job - if not, hail satan sounds good.

Be little more tolerant,imho

Just say goodbye or something similar, the worship of SATAN is acknowledging there is a God, as he is the antithesis of the Devil. Try something else unless you want to look for another job. Still you would want a good reference and not a snarky one.

I ignore it, or smile and say thank you.

LOL . . . That is going to definitely get a reaction . . . . I love that response too! These clowns may even make the mistake of retaliating . . . . meaning legal problems for them.

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits employers from discriminating against individuals because of their religion (or lack of religious belief) in hiring, firing, or any other terms and conditions of employment.

Good record keeping is a must if you run into something like that . . .

Another alternative is simply tell the manager that you are a non-believer, and that you find it offensive, and request they cease doing it. If they do not, then the onus is on the manager, and the company then has to deal with it . . . . and how they deal with it could have further implications. This might be the better of the two options, because it would create a trail, especially if you do it were others are present to see it.

I can relate, because I hate it when jackasses like that bray their same old song and dance and it gives me the direct impression they are trying to impose their bull shit on me.

You could always reply to "Have a blessed day" with "GORDON`S ALIVE" at the top of your lungs

It's perfectly reasonable to be offended by constantly being told to "have a blessed day". It doesn't matter what the intention behind it is.
The believers run roughshod over the rights of everyone else.
I'm sick of "live and let live". It doesn't work.
It's how we got to where we are with SOOOOO much of their bullshit influence
in everyone's lives.
Hail satan.
I hope it works, and you don't live in an "at-will" state, in case you get fired.

For me I could care less it's a group of words, if someone wishes me a good day I wish them the same, with the qualifier, unless they made other plans. If I wish somebody a good day I wish them a good day and follow up with, unless you made other plans. that way it's up to them.

I agree with Vivian but you could also reply with "so be it." This will go into Wiccan ideas but is also a literal translation of "amen."

It's funny but pointlessly confrontational. They are obviously trying to be nice. So what if they're including their superstition, why would that be offensive? You sound a little "snowflake".

I would say that's an appropriate response.. if you believe in satan. I prefer less friction in the work place. If they try to make it more personal then bring it ti her superiors attention if you feel you need to respond to her say something innocuous like don't "get run over" ..i prefer humor I guess.

I think that people who offer such a salutation do so with a positive attitude, and do not realize that to a non-religious person is it somewhat offensive. I do not like it when someone says that to me, but I take it in the spirirt in which it is intended. I might smile, or I might simply ignore it. I try to not let it upset me, and I would certainly not want to engage horns with someone who might have the power to make the job either miserable or disappear!

Irritating

It irritates me as well... mostly because I don't like being told to do anything...no thanks, I prefer to have a shitty day...ugh

I’ve noticed religious dog whistles a lot more lately. I guess I’m more sensitive or annoyed by it now. But I just shrug it off. A couple weeks ago, I was asked to pray after a game. LOL So awkward.

I have to agree with a lot of other people commenting: not a good idea. Just let it go, it is about as inconsequential as something can possibly get.

No, not a good idea. Take the person aside and suggest something else.

If he/she is saying it directly to you then, try speaking him/her in private. Or, add "or for us not religious, have a great day" my e, they'll take the hint.