How does one face their fear when dealing with a concept learned from birth?

Question

It has been noted that when faced with an ingrained belief, a discussion of anothers belief causes a fear of ones reality to collapse In simpler terms, if all my life I believed in something how can I rationally discuss someone's differing belief? How can we expand our spirituality if we are that closed off from others? Peace and Love

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Answer 1

It can be done but yes, it is like the fish questioning the water it swims in. For me the secret is not to fear. That way I can go anywhere, mentally, spiritually and even physically. I am on a constant search as I go about my everyday life. Wisdom is learned from day-to-day experiences.

Answer 2

First I'd read some books because knowledge is never a bad thing.. just because you read something doesn't mean it will change your views it will merely open you up to what others are thinking. Then when you are ready to, choose to talk to someone you know will respect you and your right to believe as you do. Two people of different beliefs can have perfectly sane discussions when respect for the other is present.

Answer 3

you are talking to us now .. not scary is it ?
and yet we believe different things
and the fact that you are asking this question is wonderful because you are looking to know people and learn from them and thats wonderful because we should all learn from each other and know about each others faith and culture .. this is soo great for our spiritual growth
just keep going because you are doing brilliant so far xx
love to you xx
and digi my dear friend , i am here anytime you wish a nice discussion xx

Answer 4

You have to be willing to lay down everything that you have been taught,thought felt and believed, for God to show you the Love he has and to know that God has revealed himself to all mankind and there are no excuses.If someone knows God there will be fellowship and who are we to say that they don't have it.