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Originally Posted by DivideByZero
I have a _huge_ chip on my shoulder against all forms of religion. I know this is a problem.. I can't even have a conversation with a person that is religious without wanting to attack their beliefs. It is horrible.
I don't want to hurt anyone, I need some tips on how to just sit with the feelings of revulsion at the beliefs and recognize the human under the beliefs even if I don't like what they are doing. I want to be nicer/kinder to all people regardless of their beliefs. Anger is just killing me at the moment and I am such a hypocrite because one of the worst parts of religion is the polarized morality and judgement and I just do the same thing that I hate, but under a different banner.
How do I start being kinder/gentler to people that I have real difficulty dealing with?
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I think you've taken a huge step in realizing your beliefs, and wanting to change. That's something great, and it shows you are in fact a nice and kind person, even if you hate or judge religious people. (Keeping in mind that we *all* judge others within seconds of meeting them, but most of it is subconscious).
I'm just running out now, but I saw your post and wanted to respond to start off. I've had difficulty with people in the same way, so I'll share some advice when I get back tonight.
