When I moved from Christianity to Neo-Paganism there where a number of challenges. I moved from a very closed minded system where I had all the answers to a system that was open. It was clear that I was on an open ended path where there was way more to learn then one could possible learn in a life time. I also went from a black and white system of belief where one could simply reject something without really thinking about it to a system that was full spectrum. Nothing was just black or white, everything needed to be examined and thought about. Moreover now I had to credit people who disagreed with me as being intelligent and thoughtful individuals.
You add on top of that the rejection and accusations from family and all the friends I had at the time and it was a challenging move.
What are your thought?
By the by: Please don’t feel the need to judge or criticize my path. I’ve heard it all before and it will waste your time more then it will waste mine.
2006-09-08 04:29:38 · 16 answers · asked by Pablito 5 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I forgot the S.... Is changing belief SYSTEMS!!!! Oh bother.
2006-09-08 04:31:20 · update #1
I hear you. Although I'm an atheist, before that I was catholic. For many years I simply didn't go to church because I despised it, but I didn't really question anything. I still believed it all; I just chose to sin!
When I finally started really thinking about things, I considered getting into a pagan/wiccan religion. Truth be told, I never really studied much about them, but I still came to the conclusion that it seemed a little like exchanging one god for another. Which is NOT a bad thing! I don't mean that. But the beliefs were so different from what I knew and had long accepted, that I just didn't find it natural to go there.
Perhaps I should have made the effort anyway. Congrats on making a successful break!
2006-09-08 04:35:56 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is true, but you have to work on your fundations, which ever beief system you want to incorporate on your life, you will have to find strong roots into that belief system also you will have to seek people with the same mind set. Remember humans founded religion and religion beliefs, some of which are really popular and some of them are not, but now in today's society someone some where is analysing a new consept of philosopy. Now regarding friends and family; it is hard for them to accept change, think about that guy in Afganistan, which is primary muslym, who decided to be converted to Christianity and was incarcerated with the possibility of being executed. At least you are not in that sytuation. God luck and keep it real!
2006-09-08 04:45:26 · answer #2 · answered by Engonos 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yeah, I was just talking to a friend of mine.....her and I both went to the same church....left that church and are now looking at different things....I really lean toward paganism and Native American spirituality....and I said to her this morning....how wonderful it is to be truly free! Because that's how I feel now. free! I hear you on the family thing too.....I grew up in a christian home, the judgment is astounding! But yeah, I think after being "programmed" for so long...you do catch yourself....but I'd never go back either....Best wishes to you!
2006-09-08 04:34:26 · answer #3 · answered by Joeygirl 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
.I had no problem changing my beliefs i think its more because i went from being a Christian to being atheist the bible is what made me change well that and after all those years of praying and not for stupid stuff like things i wanted but for peoples health and to stop an addiction and never felt that god could help me after my father died i did all the research on other religions and found the one that best fit me and that's being an atheist i could care less what people think my beliefs work for me .
2006-09-08 04:35:47 · answer #4 · answered by the ole ball and chain 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Satan will always try to change our belief from Christianity; he did it with Adam and Eve saying eat from the fruit of this tree it will give you more knowledge, knowledge that God does not want you to have. You know the rest of the story so I won't go on.
All in all, it is easier to except changes when we are not strong in our belief. People confuse us with interpretations that are similar yet different, look at all the religions, all believe in GOD but in their own way. The only truth is thru the Bible, Jesus, and GOD.
If you get confused it's OK, ask questions, learn, God will give us the knowledge of truth when he feels we are ready to handle it.
I will pray for you that GOD opens your heart and mind to help you organize your confusion.
Amen
2006-09-08 04:40:59 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
It kind of sounds like you need to find a medium size path. If not create it for yourself.
Congratulations on knowing everything about Christianity. I like Thomas Aquinas writing mostly on the fusion of Graeco-Roman philosophy and cosmology with Christianity. There aren't many other books that talk about the transitions to/from your philosophies.
2006-09-08 04:39:07 · answer #6 · answered by Alice W 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it's eacy to quit a system,but u have to find the perfect system then.cause u cant change them often.
i was muslim but i'm not anymore when i found how foolish it is.but i couldnt find the right system yet .and it's about 6 month i pray god with my own way.
but i need a great system.a great man to call him my prophet and the best system what there is.
so quiting is simple but changing can be so difficult.
2006-09-08 04:55:03 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hey, its your beliefe. if you want to think another way, you think another way. you feel another way. i never fell for the whole religion thing. I mean, if i want to believe in a god, why do i have to be baptisied and go to communion, or have a bar mitzfah... i think thats commercializing so people can make money off a religion.
Your feelings are black and white. You feel something, or you dont. Easy as that.
Good luck!
2006-09-08 04:33:06 · answer #8 · answered by #Reistlehr- 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I believe if you did full research on changing than why question it. Did you really make the wise decision and did you pray about your change. I believe that God shows us our way and where we are if we listen to him and not Satan. Remember only those that follow Christ will enter the kingdom of heaven.
2006-09-08 04:37:31 · answer #9 · answered by tmenzel1 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It can be very difficult as I went through this process as well. You have to cleanse and deprogram yourself of all that you were forcefed growing up regarding religion. It can be tough to shake it, especially at first!
Blessings and Light
~RW
2006-09-08 04:38:30 · answer #10 · answered by Phoenix's Mommy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋