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Is it wrong that I don't want to go to religious family events?

I was raised Catholic but I found that I had a better way of life if I forgot about God.
I have always said that I am an atheist since the age of 16.
I know that most of my family is still somewhat religious but I just feel to uncomfortable when being asked to go to a church to watch a child being indoctrinated into a cult.
pedrohedgerow · 61-69, M
I was raised as a jehovahs witness until I reached 15,when I rebelled against the stifling regime.With school and the endless meetings and door to door calling,I found my whole time was being taken without any regard as to what I wished to do.Even when spare time did happen,it was frowned upon to mix with others who were not witnesses.Once I had broken away,I loved my life,and started to make friends with those I liked and found fun.I understand what you mean when you say you feel uncomfortable attending the events,and think it very,very strange that children should be integrated into a belief before they have any chance to mature and answer for themselves as to what they do or dont agree with.
Ynotisay · M
To toss it out there, you may want to check out the "Atheist" group on Reddit. Lots of people face the same issue and there's some pretty good advice. It's a tough one. I've faced it a few times with Catholic funerals which, at least in my experience, have very little to do with the individual who died or their family members. It's really messed up. But sometimes we have to put ourselves in the backseat. As atheists that's something that comes with the territory. Sometimes you need to look at the bigger picture.
SW-User
no you shouldnt go if your heart isnt in it
uncalled4 · 56-60, M
Go for the getting together aspect. Religion is what it is, but the time we have to see loved ones is finite.
Human1000 · M
I suggest you not be a militant atheist. Mutual respect is better. I'm an atheist but attend family events in houses of worship all the time. It's not a big deal.
Sroonaka616 · 31-35, M
@Human1000 I can get where you are coming from but I would just rather ignore my family and relax with friends.
Human1000 · M
@Sroonaka616 If you do not want to not see them so be it -- my only point was that it shouldn't be because they believe in God.
@Sroonaka616 So, do. There is nothing wrong with that.
DDonde · 31-35, M
No, I don't think so. I'm in a similar position.

 
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