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Remember back when atheism was just about not believing in god?
Yeah, it's hard to take rationalism seriously when it seems to be preached by those who worship at the altar of Sam Harris. When that's not how being rational works, that's literally dogma.
It is a strange irony that a creature such as man can take the concept of not having a religion, and somehow warp it into being very much resembling a religion.
I suppose this is why in Psychology they say, man is a religious animal.
I remember when this community was created. I was one of the fist to post here and suggest that it try and stray away from the angsty “Reddit atheism” rhetoric.
I knew that was an impossible thing to suggest.
I'm not trying to elbow drop you but it truly was an impossible thing to suggest.
I am now 49, and when I was 24 I decided to join an atheist club. It was my desire to be around like-minded people and make friends.
I quickly realized the only thing we had in common was atheism. And I was saturated with irony, being among people who felt compelled to continually talk about how they don't believe in something.
True, but with proper moderation, this sub could have been a place to discuss the philosophy and finer nuance of atheism rather than just shitting on Christianity like a bunch of edgy teenagers.
Alright I'm game! What do you think are some of the nuances that don't have a chance to be explored to their potential?
Well, for starters-
• the role of atheism in the workplace.
• is atheism represented well in Hollywood?
• What economical impact does atheism hold? Are we contributing enough to be recognized amongst other groups in comparison?
• Where does atheism fit in on the world-stage of charitable donations. How can we improve this?
• Related: How can atheists improve their image? What can we do as a collective?
See? There’s five examples of mature discussions that could be had if people didn’t see this community as a trash receptacle for angsty teens to bash “tEh bAd cHriStiAnS.”
Okay I'm waiting to hear your feelings on these subjects.
Are you joking? There was a time where I would have. Now this community is a joke. It’ll be bombarded with shitpost responses.
Wow you're such an asshole, I've given you an opportunity to break outside of the "edgy teenager" you think you're complaining about and all you can do is be a complete anus.
You have an emotional problem you need to look at.
Thanks for proving my point. Ad homonym is the “Reddit atheists” favorite weapon.
It seems it's hard for humans to discuss anything without making it a piece of their identity.... Which is really unhealthy when discussion is not varied.
Seriously, every transgirl who's been around long enough has a horror story about why they don't go to their local support group anymore. Except for me, I have closer to three.
Its funny because memes like this actually kind of require you to believe in God to make sense. Jesus was either made up or some crazy person. He didn't die for our sins so I don't think it makes sense to be pissed off at him or a god that doesn't exist. These whole line of reasoning assumes a believe in god and Jesus and its a super weird fit for an athiest perspective.
"Using logic and reason isn't enough. You have to be a dick to everyone who doesn't think like you."