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anonymous
writes: I have a conflict in values with my parents who are very religious, whereas i am not. Please advice. Reply to this Question
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reader, telf32  +, writes (7 August 2007):
 It depends what you quandary relates to, but my thoughts are:-
You come first. Your parents second. God third.
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reader, Uncle Trev +, writes (7 August 2007):
If the conflicts are just religious ones then disregard your parents. Religion is a personal thing that every single one of us have their own beliefs with. Nobody but nobody has the right to inflict their beliefs this way upon you.
There is a very true old saying that is worth remembering here.
Those convinced against their will,
Are of the same opinion still.
Respect is a thing that has to be earned - not demanded, and good respect is often mutual by working both ways.
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reader, stina  +, writes (7 August 2007):
 Hi Anonymous,
I don't know what "values" you have that are different from your parents', but would it be possible not to talk about them? If they bring up a certain lifestyle that you're living, you could change the subject. If they keep harping on you and you all just continually have arguments, then you could either not visit and/or speak with them until they respect you enough not to push their religion on you or try to attending family counseling sessions with them.
You gave a really generalized question, so my answer is pretty broad. If you give more details, perhaps I could help out a bit more.
Take care.
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reader, sexi  +, writes (7 August 2007):
 Hi, can you be specific with what type of conflicts you experience.
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