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Would it be a terrible idea to use Facebook to reveal to my family the fact that I'm an atheist?

My family is predominantly Christian; I'm sure there are a few others that are atheists as well, but I've never actually heard one of them say that they didn't believe in god. I think only a few would have serious issues with it, but I could be wrong about that. And the main reason for which this option is attractive to me is that I tend to get extremely nervous and anxious when I try to talk about these sorts of things... And anyone's welcome to answer this, whether you're an atheist or not.

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dragon101

If it makes you nervous talking about it why don't you wait a little. Is there a big rush for you to tell them?

OrWhatever · 26-30, M

Well, it will probably always make me nervous to talk about it - that is, unless I start talking about it more, and I don't have anyone to talk to about it. And, no, there isn't really a big rush. I just feel like I would ultimately feel better if I wasn't hiding it.

dragon101

I think I know how you feel. It took me many years to tell my mom I was Pagan so I can relate. I wish you the best.

OrWhatever · 26-30, M

Thank you.