Chauncey, Paul, and Jesse discuss their past experiences coming out as atheist, how they did it and why. It's a personal choice for each individual as to when they come out and in what manner. If we're able, most of us come out to different people at different times, in a way that seems best or safest. At a certain point we move from a point of fear to one of pride in our authentic identity and volunteer time to spread it to others.
It allows us to interact with believers in a respectful way
It dispels common misconceptions about atheism and what it means to be secular
Helps those who have never experienced it understand secular life
Atheism isn't a belief system!
Promotes the benefits of secular thinking and morality
Allows us to find other secular folks who don't know there are others like them out there
Accomplishes outreach to people who believe differently and establishes who we are
Changes the narrative so folks hear the truth about who we are rather than someone else's talking points
We take pride in who we are and want others to know it
It's fun to go out and meet people and discuss/share ideas
Be an example to others that it's ok to be an out atheist
Visit the Secular Student Alliance. Send them an email and tell them you heard about them on the podcast, even if you already knew about them
Hosts: Jesse Gilbertson, Paul Schilling, Chauncey Williams
Editor: Jesse Gilbertson
Logo Design: Terry Kirkham
The views and opinions expressed are those of their respective authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Secular Hub.
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