How do you deal with someone who has had something happen and they keep talking about “God’s plan”? I have a friend who is going through some tough times and it looks like they won’t be able to achieve what they wanted but keep placing it on God. I think it’s a coping mechanism for them but it still is rubbing me wrong. I am trying to stay supportive which basically just entails me keeping my mouth shut.

  • pangolinpalantir
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    1 year ago

    This is the way to go. You aren’t under an obligation to change someone’s beliefs. If they reach out to you, be a support and offer help. Be a good example of an atheist by being a good friend.

    If you really feel the need to push, something non confrontational like the street epistemology approach might work well.