Is being an atheist a turn-off?

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TheMajesticKing777 · Accepted Answer

It's not a turn off, to me it's more of a incompatibility, I feel like I wouldn't be compatible with an atheist because my believes would most likely not be respected by that person and I think it can kinda mess with balance of things depending on situations, when and if I decide to have a child it can confuse the child when I speak of a God and the mother says something completely different, I'd rather be on the same page with my partner about believes, it's not considered a turn off to me because I'd try it before I bash it but my assumption is that it would bring complications.

SpaceGalaxy · Accepted Answer

No. Just because you do not have an imaginary friend, does not mean i do not want to date you.

Dazed0N0Confused · Accepted Answer

Depends if you're open & honest about it.
When I was single, I would make sure to put on my online dating profile that I was an Atheist & an outspoken one at that, and that monotheists need not apply. I respect polytheists & non-religious/Atheist/Agnostics more & had some excellent conversations & flings with several.

Being an Atheist only unattractive to people who are religious, unless they are open-minded & can see that religion isn't fact.

AsaKyo · Accepted Answer

Atheists are nicer than religious people

OlderAndWiser · Answer

It is to many Christians. And being a Christian is a turn off to some people.

D-Pad_Chad · Answer

I think that's largely dependent on your beliefs. Most men value agreeableness and having conflicting ideological framework would, in all likelihood, put the couple in a perpetual debate.

I think regardless of your beliefs date someone similar and befriend many people who think differently than yourself.

Chazmatazz269 · Answer

I have to imagine that it is to the faithful. Even agnosticism is a turn-off to some of them. I’ve read as much in online dating profiles.
Otherwise, as long as they’re not ignorant or bullish about it, it would not be a deal breaker for me personally.

NathanDavis · Answer

what can throw me off... are those who say they don't believe nor care for god and yet... spend most of their time, energy and effort talking about the god they say they "don't care at all" lol...

I'm not into that kind of bitterness

but, bitterness in general is a turn-off for me

lightbulb27 · Answer

depends what it means to you. it might be. Even Jesus said... not everyone is one of mine. Some Christians will accept, many won't because are taught not to... Bible says so.

My wife and I do ok with this since she respects the teachings and I accept her view since I used to think like her. As anything in life, this can be a source of conflict or something you can work out. Might especially be an issue with children and values and beliefs taught.

Berethor · Answer

Atheism is nowadays common in the western world, and it sure better than islam.

SunsetBeautyxxxx · Answer

Personally yes, because I am Christian, and I would like to be with someone who is Christian, because then we have the same morals, and we are able to understand one another better and understand why we make the decisions we make.

Ill_made_Knight · Answer

Nope, the only turn off will be someone aggressively trying to impose their beliefs on me or anyone else. Feel free to believe as you will, but leave me to make the decisions that work best for me.

musicbrain5 · Answer

If someone is religious, yes it can be a turn off and it often is. Just like religion or belief in a deity can be a turn off.

Jennz6 · Answer

Everyone has a right to think what they want but it’s a turn off for me.

TroyDT2 · Answer

A serious clash of worldviews can be problematic, so a devoted theist (Christian, Orthodox Jew, Muslim, for example) might be willing to be friends, but would not be likely to marry or even date.

Static_In_The_Attic · Answer

A turn off to some it might be to some people however when it comes to me it’s a turn on & I’m cool with it.

TheUniqueOne96 · Answer

Nope, being a self-righteous dick about your faith or lack there of is.

DavidRaul · Answer

Nope. I am an atheist myself. But i also respect if a person is religious and believes in the existence of god. It actually doesn't matter

Adam1978 · Answer

That is great for us other atheists. Who can't see religion as anything other than self-delusion. Ie being a negative.

fonduegirl · Answer

Being a religious person is a deadbreaker for me, personally. I don't mind other people's beliefs, but most religious people feel misunderstood by me. So it's an incompatible pair, if anything.

glennos89 · Answer

Not for me. I respect all religion as long as they reapect my way of thinking also! Religion is for me not a turn-on and also not a turn-off when I choose who I wanne date

Lliam · Answer

Not to me. Being religious is more of a turn off for me. It's usually a sign of gullibility and lack of education (not formal education).

UnknownSwede · Answer

I'm an atheist myself, so it would be preferred for me. If I would date someone who's religious, it needs to be someone who's open minded and don't judge others for not having a religious belief.

Staximus · Answer

Not nearly as much of a turn off as a religious wacko. For anybody to say they know what happens after death is quite arrogant, or they are talking to dead people. I don't want to hear about either.

Varanus · Answer

Turn on. Being religious, especially Christian or Muslim, is a giant nope for me

Midgetmcwidget · Answer

I don’t know, I’ve never felt in my heart we don’t have a god

TacosRAwesome · Answer

Depends on how intense they are about it. If they accept other faiths then they're alright but if they need to insist that there is no god then I'm not a fan.

HippieVeganJewslim · Answer

Not at all. My brother is an atheist. My close comrade is as well. I used to be an atheist myself. However, I will marry only practising Jews, Christians, and Muslimas.

OpenClose · Answer

A girl who is an atheist? That's like getting a box of rhinestones and finding a diamond.

Charlesbrandonf · Answer

No not at all. I’m actually interested in knowing you, I find you attractive, sweet.

genericname85 · Answer

no. i'm an atheist and i'm specifically looking for someone who's not a religious nutcase.

Andridaca · Answer

The main turn-off for me is poor character. 'Atheist' doesn't rhyme with 'arrant', 'hedon', 'asshole', etc.

GoodGuyBreakingBad · Answer

It's the freedom to ones religion and not for me to judge an atheist

PinkRose24 · Answer

Yes it is. I wouldn't want to date an atheist guy. Some are really annoying AF.

JDAC092299 · Answer

No but being overly religious is, love your god, love your way of life just don’t force it onto me.

AndrésC64 · Answer

Quite the contrary. I like logical, rational people who understand reality and have their feet on the ground.

AimeeKyle · Answer

To just go out and have a good time, hook up and/or be friends, no. Long term relationship, maybe. Never run into that scenario yet.

BJP21 · Answer

My former girlfriend was, lets just say there was no celebrating any holidays which I enjoy. So yes it can be.

Quidthonian · Answer

I would say yes. I would prefer someone weakly religious. Throughout my life, is that religion (any religion) gives you some moral guidelines.

TallAnon · Answer

No, it tells me you're sane in at least one aspect of your life.

Havthrills · Answer

Nope. Not one bit. Church goers will say yes. Lol.

Avatar74 · Answer

Its not a turn off to me, but I understand how it could be to someone with strong Christian beliefs.

imfreeze95 · Answer

It is for me faith is a big part of my life, and my families. I would not date an atheist. Also it would not go over well in my family. At all.

DizzyAster2 · Answer

Only if they are unaccepting of others being religious.

Nominal · Answer

No, its not turn off. But if the person is obsessed to talk about 'there is No god' every day, its be turn off.

Agape93 · Answer

Nope. Be respectful and we will get along

admles · Answer

Nope, massive turn-ON. Would never date a religious person.

LordOfThePines · Answer

No, ones religious and spiritual opinions are nobodies business but their own.

Deserter · Answer

Yes, anyone that compromises their values is desperate

Guardian45 · Answer

I am one. Why would it be? I date theists of all kinds & agnostics & atheists. HK!

Nikki1989 · Answer

No, it is a huge plus.

Cheerfull009 · Answer

Some people follow this concept, but l respect all

Softmani · Answer

Why should it be, when you have the right to choose whatever you feel is good for your own self?

Paige90 · Answer

Huge turn off!!

bigmatt98 · Answer

No. But being a Christian is

Lynx122 · Answer

Nope not at all I am the same.

The_Shadow_Dweller · Answer

Nope. Definitely not.

sunflower00 · Answer

No, I’m an atheist too

20yearsolder · Answer

It's not a turn off for me because I'm an atheist

crossdressingrihno · Answer

The opposite actually. I prefer an atheist.

AddylynnNightingale · Answer

If believers aren't a turn off, it's not.

Blackcupcake · Answer

I don’t care about religion

Steamnir · Answer

Yes it is and so is being an extremist

bean2k21 · Answer

All a girl needs to worship is me.

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