New here first post, not internet savy. I grew up in a Christian family, my father being the most devoted. I was made to attend every Sunday, untill I was 18. Im 43 now. I had a good upbringing, but was never really involved with it. But I find that the years of indoctrination are irrevocable, the fear of punishment still grips me sometimes. The secret is to see it for what it is, a threat. A spiritual threat, to keep you from questioning. If God knows all, he knew whether we would except religion before we were born and able to decide for ourselves. If God is love would he create good, kind, loving people with honor, just to see them sent to hell? Makes no sense. But recognizing the thoughts that were placed in your head, and seperating them from your own is a good start. My parents took me to church because they love me, i would never fault them for that. I dont talk to them, or anyone about it for the most part, it rarely succeeds in more than making the opposite person upset. Religion is hereditary give or take about 5%. So admiting that you are wrong about it, is also saying your parents were wrong, probably grandparents too. Thats a hard pill to swallow, we hate to admit when we are wrong, its human nature. The more of your life is intwined with your religion, the harder you fight the idea you could be wrong. Remember, the chances of you being a human, on this planet, in this sliver of eternity, are immeasurably small. Its is in honor to be alive! You are so rare in the grandscope of this universe, you are priceless. You dont need magic or fairytales to believe it, it is a scientific fact my friend! I hope this helps, like I said im new.
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