Why people are reluctant to call themselves atheists | CNN
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Many people are hesitant to identify as atheists because of the social stigma they may face, making it hard to pinpoint connections and differences among this group.
  • @slurpeesoforion@startrek.websiteEnglish
    14•7 months ago

    While I was in the angry atheist online camp when I was the only atheist I knew and needed a community, I’ve since evolved into an apathetic view of individual belief.

    Screaming at the thumpers won’t do any good. Eye-rolls are more effective. And explaining religion to the young is as simple as saying it’s just something some people do, like sports.

    • KillingTimeItselfEnglish
      2•7 months ago

      explaining doesn’t do anything, screaming won’t do anything, but i have a suspicion that heavy satire and performance art might just get something across. At the very least it will provide amusement.