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Hello, I have not been made fun of yet, as I always start, this is what I feel, have seen and believe and I don't care what others think! They usually listen or changes the subject! I feel if that person is ready to hear he/she will if not it is not the right time! I do afirm what I believe to be true in my heart! - Colette

"I just ignore them and go on with my life. People's opinions about you don't matter because it doesn't matter what they think, it only matters what you think. That is the code I live by when dealing with this kind of situation." - David

"You lost out for not giving me a chance to become my friend. My feelings are deep this hurts but I also know i am capible of judging also but I asked not to by calling on God the trinity. and other things" - Myrna Kay Frame

"I only keep people around me that are for the most part open minded,and caring and I feel comfortable around.People who make fun of me obviously don't feel secure with their own lives so they have to pick or bully to feel better about themselves. But everybody has a right to their own opinion.I just beleive garbage in garbage out." - Karin skaley

"I've learned the hard way ... that alot of people will not accept you for being "completely open" .. and honest. I live in the deep south ... also known as the Bible Belt .. where my beliefs are a very small minority. I've discovered that we all walk certain paths for a reason. We each came here to learn certain things and not all people share our lessons... this includes people walking a similar path to mine. I can only follow my path and guide others when spirit prompts me to. Until the bigger picture reveals itself .. I continue to follow my path the best I can." - Juanita Mayes

"Think "So what?" There will always be someone who doesn't agree with you. Thats life! Its perfectly fine that people dont believe the same things as me. Life needs balance. So for all those who believe there are the same amount who dont.I dont get annoyed that they dont believe. Im not here to convert people, but to teach through example. I joined a psychic cricle and was warned to only answer the question i am asked and dont elaborate until you're asked again. This has probably saved me much grief and ridicule. Ive learnt to put up my psychic mirror so when i am met with critiscism i can just bounce it right back to where it came from with a funny little grin on my face. As if to say "i know something you dont know" and think they'll experience certain things when its right for their spiritual development." - Georgia Langwith

"The only way I can handle my beliefs,when I live amongst un-believers,is by being strong in the face of adversity. before I learnt this,I was being "dragged down" and being forced to conform or risk alienation. While it IS hard to stand alone,there is comfort in knowing of others,like ourselves,who communicate on the internet and help spread the word. I live in hope that those around me will also find the peace of mind that holding true to one's beliefs brings! Good luck everyone! - Sandy"

"I try not to share my beliefs with folks who would make fun of me. We all have lessons to learn from each other. I may be just as much a lesson for those who would make fun of me as they are a lesson for me to learn. - Sky"

If people have a different religion I accept their way of finding peace and try to find some common ground between the two beliefs. I enjoy talking to people who have different beliefs to me because I can find inspiration from them. And I hope I give a little in return. I try not to get bogged down with the technical detail and focus on the benefits we recieve from our beliefs." - Jared Walters

"Most people I know, family and friends do not share my belief system. It is sad because I do not want to change or influence them, just share what I think is very important. Lately I met a 92 year old lady, I read for her and discover we have a lot in common!" - Hannah

Continue to share the information that is being channeled through me. Honoring that each person determines their own belief system. Each person's life is unique and will select or are free to choose those things which they feel are applicable." - Snowlocs

"I really don't need to deal with those who don't believe the same as I. I need too accept people for who they are & not expect them to see things as I do. I need to love all people for who they are, not what thye believe in, & it is not my job to convert the world." - Patricia Gavan

"When someone does not believe I just ignore them. When they laugh at me I just laugh with them. Remember Jesus was laughed at and mocked. He was even crucified. When they do laugh or mock me something happened to make them change their mind not of my doing." - Psykewella

"i always had trouble till i realised that maybe not everyone gets it or even wants to get it ,until they cross over then they may spare a thought and think this is what she meant,simple but it works for me.its very freeing" - ree

"I tell them that I fully respect their beliefs and ask them to do the same for me." - Gail Hickman

"First of all I believe "to each his/her own". I'm used to people giving me weird looks for expressing my beliefs. I just tell the scoffers that until they've walked in my shoes they shouldn't mock what they have no understanding of. Then I tell them whether they're aware of it or not they themselves have had psychic experiences too. Like knowing who's on the phone before they answer it or get a hunch about something and it turns out to be true. That generally gets them recalling incidents in their lives when they've had things they can't logically explain away." - Jane

"I tell them, "I understand." Usually they become confused and I'm left alone for a while. If they don't have the same belief system as me, but aren't making fun of mine, I'd gladly learn what I can from them!" - The Crystal One

"Love them. No matter what they say or do. Tell them you love the way they care so much about you that they want to help you, but do it out of a place of unconditional love.They will be quiet and sometimes they will even listen to what your believe system is. The only reason they argue with you is because they are in fear and do not understand.They are entitled to thier beliefs too and if you show them respect for their oppoins yours will be respected to...Treat others as you would like to be treated." - Debbie Paradies

"I tell myself and them that it is OK, we are not all looking at life from the same prespective, I NEVER try to convince anyone of anything spiritual, but I carry on being very open about who I am and what I believe in. When they joke or laugh about my beliefs I join in and have fun. Being spiritual does not mean having to be serious about it all the time. Many a times very funny things happen to spiritual people and if others are so scared to believe, showing them the funny side is one way of lessening their fear of the unknown.

3 years ago I started working part time in an accounting company where only one person had slight beliefs in this area (the boss) but was to embaressed to aknowledge it. All the rest did not believe at all and thought I was a bit nuts. Today, I have already left there, there is a very strong bond, lots of love between us all, and they phone me to help them with astrological charts, Tarot cards and so on. They respect and trust me very much. I am very happy to have awaken them to other realities and today some of them are reading books like The Celestine Prophecy, Conversations with God and so on.

I think the idea is that as insecure as I might be in verious areas, in the area of my spirituality I am very firm about, totally anashamed, and very conscious of the need to live by it as this is the only way to awaken others. Hiding it will not allowe me to help others and will not allow me show them what it is all about. Of course one must never force anything down anybody´s throat. Just be who I am and let others be who they are. They do not have to change but why should I ?

I was actually surprised when I left the job the amount of Love, apreciation and warmth which they showered over me and how they insist I must come and visit because they miss me. This was a group of totally nonbelievers.

My friends get a bit puzzled by my attitude, they also feel a bit of embarassement to admit in presence of some people what they believe in but I can not do otherwise and I am happy with my results. I hope this helps somebody." - Love & Light, Di

"I believe there is room and indeed a necessity for all belief systems. Every soul has a right to believe what they feel to be right. When confronted by a person with opposing beliefs to mine my first reaction is to always advise them they are not wrong as such in what they believe. If everyone believed that lightworking was the only way we lightworkers would have very little work to do. I strongly believe that light surrounds everything and that every belief system is encompassed within the light. How can anything within the light be fundamentally wrong. Being laughed at does not make me angry, it helps me to understand the enormity of lightworking and how important it is to pass on love and compassion to those who don't understand. It's taken a long time to get here but I'm a lot happier for it." - Philippa Abel

"My spiritual journey is very personal to me. If someone asks me about my beliefs or seeks advice from me I then share with them what I believe. I may introduce them to a pamplet, daily devotional, magazine, or article I will always offer to pray with them immediately on their concern. Sometimes if I do not feel comfortable with the persons question or "ridicule" I will simply say to them that every one is intitled to their personal believes and that no one has any right to ridicule or put someone else down for what they believe. Reminding them that we are all Children of God and we all have the freedom to worship him in the manner we choose or do not choose to do. Many times this works and no more is said. I usually find that people I come in contact with who have a difference in religious beliefs will not persue a confrontation" - Ken Breiten

"Merry Meet, "I surround myself with like minded people as much as possible. Also- living in a small town such as mine, I keep my beliefs to myself until I have had time to get to know a new person. I have run into only one person who I trained at the work place and she quit the next day because someone told her of my "alternate" beliefs. No big deal because you see who still has a job (me) and who is still looking (her)." I am truly amazed at how many people accept me for who I am. My husband, for instance, is a christian, and I am Wiccan. We love each other completely and realize that we are the same no matter what religion we follow. I even go to church with him sometimes. Thanks and Merry" - Part-Fawn

"Many in my world have not yet acknowledged their spirituality. When conversation turns to how things "should" be or who "should" do (or not do) something, I try to listen, politely. Then, I say something like: "What if we looked at it this way...?"

For example, the current war is always a hot topic. The media ensures that we are kept abreast of all the "bad" things day-after-day, so the flames are constantly fanned. In conversations about the war, my friends or co-workers express their views of what America should/should not do: "We should do whatever is necessary to fight terrorism." "We should find and punish terrorists." "We can't let them think they can frighten/intimidate/manipulate us." Based on the theories that (1) I'm allowed to express my views just as everyone else does and (2)I'm not a lone voice; my perspective is shared and documented by many others, my response is usually, "But, what if there's no right or wrong? What if everything's unfolding just as we create it moment-by-moment?" Usually, I get blank stares! Then, I try to give examples of situations in which America has been the "terrorist." My conversation partners kind of glaze over and go into denial, but the seed is planted.

The next time we have such a conversation, they're a little more thoughtful. They realize that in order to be authentic, they must refine their definitions of "aggressor" and "guilty party". This causes them to think a little more deeply about how relationships (global or otherwise) actually work!" - Sakkom

"I handle my beliefs by knowing they are mine and while some people may share my belief system, many others do not. I honour and respect others who follow different pathways for it is not for me to believe my way is the centre of the universe. My spiritual journey started twenty years ago and I have found and still find that people of many diverse belief systems are attracted to me, not because of what I profess to be but because of the way I live my life. People know that I accept them for who they are and where they are on their journey towards enlightenment. I have no desire to change them into something that makes me feel comfortable and they uncomfortable. People will come to you naturally regardless of what you believe as long as they know your heart is pure and your love for them is their freedom to realize their personal destiny. This attitude is based on an open mind and has worked well for me in both my professional and personal life. When I meet people who have a problem with my belief system, I remember that many people will cross your path in life. Some will stay for only a short time and others will leave footprints in your heart forever." - Dr. Nancy Rajabian

"Due to television, books and other mediums such as radio, I know that more people out there believe in spooks ect than ever before. Most people have had very positive experiances with intuatives of all sorts and with the advent of regular tv programs realy do believe in it.I have never had a problem with just being who I am out in the open. I have done tv, radio, and the newspapers. I use my higher self and spooks and what my clients belief system is does not affect the out come of a reading. I'm clairvoyant, clairaudiant and clairessant. It's just me and normal for me. The important thing is I rufuse to debate about religion. Metapsyics goes with every thing or can stand on its own by itself. This is America and most folks find the subject quite facinating, and are interested in learning more. I used to try too prove that intuition was real and gave away a lot of free readings, I don't do that anymore. Most folks have had some kind of wonderful spritual experiance and love to talk about it with others. The God of my belief system is not a punishing entity or guilt and shame based one. Also I did a meditation once and was told that there are no beaver cleaver families.Love light and prosperity too you all." - Sheila Higgins

"I just allow them to and ignore whatever hurtful things that they say. I believe that the gift of Truth surpasses all gifts and one day they will come to realise that to each one, there is a different Truth and they will come to realisatin of what they have done." - Puipui96

"Hello, The way that I handle my beliefs is through positive affirmations. When I am in doubt or scared, I put the White Light of God all around me letting nothing but the Christ and higher vibrations in. That usually does wonders. Also in the course of my day I follow through with positive affirmations and talk with my Angels and Spirit Guides. So far this has always worked to help center my being and through God's Divine Love, always will." Blessings Meri Massaro