My family is also catholic. A few questions come to mind.
How educated is your family? My parents both have post-graduate degrees, and are able to understand and even sympathize with my views. I frankly think they compartmentalize, they know it's all rubbish but they choose to believe anyway. That agree there's little or no truth in the supernatural claims, but still gain some value from being in the church. My aunt, who is less educated, views me with a bit more skepticism and hostility.
How supportive is your family? Do you think they'll still love and support you? Or will they shun you? Is being honest with them and yourself more important than seeking their approval? I don't like or respect much of my family, if they choose to shun me due to an honest view I hold I don't want them poisoning my life.
How educated is your family? My parents both have post-graduate degrees, and are able to understand and even sympathize with my views. I frankly think they compartmentalize, they know it's all rubbish but they choose to believe anyway. That agree there's little or no truth in the supernatural claims, but still gain some value from being in the church. My aunt, who is less educated, views me with a bit more skepticism and hostility.
How supportive is your family? Do you think they'll still love and support you? Or will they shun you? Is being honest with them and yourself more important than seeking their approval? I don't like or respect much of my family, if they choose to shun me due to an honest view I hold I don't want them poisoning my life.
