This is very good. I’d argue that “sadness” and “wrongness” are irreversibly correlated in this context—it’ll always be easier to create joyful illusions like eternal families than it is to face hard truths like inevitable death—but it’s worthwhile to explore options that would decouple them.
I’m a bit nervous about making my beliefs (and lack thereof) public knowledge for now. The Church wouldn’t necessarily ostracize me, but I could be labeled “inactive” (even if I still participate in events like Sunday services) and my family could be the target of unwanted attention as (well-meaning) people try to “fix” me.
I will definitely explore options for social support, though. Thank you for your suggestions.
This is very good. I’d argue that “sadness” and “wrongness” are irreversibly correlated in this context—it’ll always be easier to create joyful illusions like eternal families than it is to face hard truths like inevitable death—but it’s worthwhile to explore options that would decouple them.
I’m a bit nervous about making my beliefs (and lack thereof) public knowledge for now. The Church wouldn’t necessarily ostracize me, but I could be labeled “inactive” (even if I still participate in events like Sunday services) and my family could be the target of unwanted attention as (well-meaning) people try to “fix” me.
I will definitely explore options for social support, though. Thank you for your suggestions.