So? I was raised by a strict ultra-conservative Greek Orthodox Jewish father.., and an even more religiously brain-washed mother.. I have nothing but the highest respect for the both of them in all other aspects of parenting.., except for religion..

Look at me.., i'm anything "but" religious or conservative.., especially when it comes to sex.. (were're talking really conservative here.., not only no sex prior to marriage.., not only marrying someone Jewish Orthodox.., but having "religious sex" after you get married.., fcuk that.. no thanks)

If I rejected the notion of Santa and the Tooth fairy.., or the Easter bunny.., then rejection of religion and conservative views quickly followed.., I don't like to think of what would be of me if I was raised by more liberal parents.. (although.., aside from religion.., my parents where pretty liberal people.., always voted Democrat.., strong environmentalists & such)

So.., I can relate to the OP.., but it's a personal choice of whether you are willing to break free from the chains everyone else is trying to lock you down with.., or if you're just willing to sit there and accept them.. Some chains are harder to break free from than others.., but for as long as you're thinking without emotion.., you'll slowly break free from everything.., and be inhibited by nothing..

Best,

GrkScorp

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