2007-12-23 13:38:41 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I don't let my beliefs get in the way of any relationships I have. I've been best friends with this girl since 3rd grade, and she's a Christian, very serious about her religion, and I'm an athiest. We talk about it all the time. She respects my views, I respect hers. We don't always agree, but it doesn't matter. I mean, if I let religion get in the way of my relationships, there are so many people I wouldnt have dated, and so many people I wouldn't know today. I certainly wouldn't be happy.
2007-12-23 13:50:34 · update #1
actually, debating over religious beliefs is one of the best things about having friends.
i have agnostic, atheist, wiccan, christian, and muslim friends at school. we have fun at lunch.
2007-12-23 13:43:08 · answer #1 · answered by someguy 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No. I am wiccan and my husband is Christan. We have been together for ever and have 3 little boys. If you let your religious beliefs decide who you have a relationship with be it friends or anything else then whats next, the color of there skin, the side of town they live on, the make of there car.
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2007-12-23 13:47:09 · answer #2 · answered by Yup it's me! 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, because we don't discuss it. In this part of the country (New England) displays of religiosity are considered unseemly, and a bit suspect. It's also considered impolite to question someone else regarding their beliefs. Bible-thumping and proselytizing are usually ignored, or greeted with scorn. It's a great place to live, needless to say. We just enjoy each other's company and leave the myths at the door.
2007-12-23 13:47:08 · answer #3 · answered by link955 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Well, my lack of religious beliefs makes me feel very cautious when I'm spending time with a person who I know has religious beliefs. Sometimes I feel like I'm walking on eggshells, and it's not comfortable to be with that person.
And I tend to avoid spending time with people that I can't relax around....so yes, my religious non-belief gets in the way of relationships.
2007-12-23 13:44:27 · answer #4 · answered by catrionn 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't let it get in the way of things. I am friends with buddhists, muslims, christians, jewish, aetheists, etc.
It is hard. I always have to be mindful that they don't have the same religion as I do. Sometimes I forget. (ex. Accidently taking the lords name in vain). I have such a sailor mouth. But I always quickly apologize.
My friends are cool and they understand that I don't mean to offend them. All is forgiven.
I'm very lucky to have such cool friends. I enjoy the fact that they are different from me.
2007-12-23 19:29:44 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Altho a non-religious Jew, I've strong beliefs in my Judaism. I do not & will continue to not accept Jews for Jesus-Messianic Jews. This doesn't get in my way. Once I'm told, any feelings of friendship are gone & I no longer want this person around me.
2007-12-23 15:10:23 · answer #6 · answered by Scooterlady 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Religion isn't a big factor in our daily lives here (Aust.) for most people. I can only think of a handful of occasions where it has ever been brought up personally. Unless someone else has a problem with my beliefs, I can't see it ever being a problem.
2007-12-23 13:45:30 · answer #7 · answered by russj 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
"Get in the way"?
In the sense of "prevent" or "end a friendship", then -NO.
As a matter of fact, my religious living (which is more than beliefs or ideas) encourages me to work harder at maintaining friendships when there are times or subjects of friction.
But my religious life does SHAPE my friendships and relationships, assuming that Christ in that person has some gift or lesson for me, and that in loving, forgiving, thanking that person, I am loving Christ Himself.
2007-12-23 14:20:13 · answer #8 · answered by mongoemperor 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
in basic terms say "i individually love which you're so obsessed with your ideals, yet to be honest i'm in basic terms no longer involved. thank you anyhow nonetheless." pass away it at that. If she maintains, it ought to be perfect to take it to the boss yet with any luck she will admire your needs. yet do think of of this from her attitude: She cares sufficient so you might share her faith. i'm no longer asserting her pushiness is sturdy in any respect. i'm asserting which you're fortunate to have a co-worker who does seem to look when you lots. In her ideals, i'm useful she believes she is exhibiting you like. I do understand nonetheless how pushiness is a turn off. i grow to be as quickly as a non-believer. I undergo in innovations how pushy some Christians have been with me. it rather is no longer a snug feeling and you may't rigidity somebody with God-given unfastened will to have self assurance as you do.
2016-10-02 07:14:05 · answer #9 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, I kind of like to not bring it up. There is a reason why people rarely ever bring up religion...they prefer friendships over fist fights....
2007-12-23 13:41:12 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋