Many devoted followers of the major religions see atheism as a disease to cure, or a sign that they should teach you their religion in order to help you reach their religion’s heaven. These arguments can often be avoided, but engaging in honest conversations with someone who genuinely wants to discuss their viewpoint (rather than argue) may actually prove beneficial. You may try to remember not to think of “religious” and “non-religious”; there are many flavors of religion, and many ways to be an active atheist. Here are some ways to get along as atheist in a deeply religious society.

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