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How do I tell my parents?

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How do I tell my parents?
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RE: How do I tell my parents?
May 9, 2017 at 12:59 am
Are you weak, or strong?
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RE: How do I tell my parents?
May 9, 2017 at 1:35 am
Hands up those who have a x-tian son.
Not so fast mum and dad. :-)

I stole that off The Valkyrie When she was talking about her car getting scratched ages ago.
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RE: How do I tell my parents?
May 9, 2017 at 2:09 am
My parents were pastors when I came out as atheist. In order to "help" me, they decided to do some research. This research lead them to abandon their own faith. Sometimes coming out turns out much better than expected. Smile
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RE: How do I tell my parents?
May 9, 2017 at 6:31 am
Wow that kicks ass! Big Grin

Wish my mom would stop believing in woo, lol.
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RE: How do I tell my parents?
May 9, 2017 at 6:37 am
Welcome.

Tell us more.
Being told you're delusional does not necessarily mean you're mental. 
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RE: How do I tell my parents?
May 9, 2017 at 11:48 am
I'm an asshole when I argue so I keep all my "controversial" beliefs to myself, unless someone really wants to talk about it, lol.

But yeah OP, consider your pros and cons and decide for yourself if it's worth it. Only you know what's best for you.
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RE: How do I tell my parents?
May 9, 2017 at 1:50 pm
(May 8, 2017 at 7:50 pm)StephenB Wrote: Hello, friends! Big Grin
I was wondering how should I tell my parents and the other people I love that I am atheist? I grew up in a Christian-based house, so it might be difficult to break the news.

Thanks in advance.

-Stephen Bryant

Think of something that would really annoy them. Leave literature around that would suggest you were into that thing. eventually they will confront you deny that thing but say "but I am an atheist" the relief may just see you through.



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RE: How do I tell my parents?
May 9, 2017 at 5:10 pm
5 to 10 min into the Sunday service excuse yourself to go pee and never return. After two or three weeks they will realize the futility. Religious parents don't like family drama scenes in church.
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RE: How do I tell my parents?
May 9, 2017 at 5:17 pm
I hope StephenB hasn't wandered off for good.
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RE: How do I tell my parents?
May 9, 2017 at 5:19 pm
(May 9, 2017 at 5:17 pm)Mister Agenda Wrote: I hope StephenB hasn't wandered off for good.

Maybe he went to pee.
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