From what I can tell, most of the religious conversation is about like-minded people dealing with the difficulties, frustrations, stresses, etc., of being a non-theist in a society where it's not fully accepted. There seems to be a lot of discussion about how to handle situations when we're confronted by theists, or how we avoid workplace conflict, or how to keep the peace in families or among friends. I think it makes sense that people here, largely non-theists, are exploring common ground in that respect. I don't consider my mind to be made up, exactly; I'm always looking for new perspectives (on various topics, including religion and atheism) and, while I can't imagine what would make me reconsider my basic position on a God or gods, I think there's value in discussing contrary perspectives and theistic arguments (though I don't enjoy rehashing the same ideas over and over). And I suspect some people here are still exploring and are looking for support and guidance. With that said, I anticipate the post categories will eventually fill up with a lot of discussion unrelated to atheism/agnosticism and religion. I'm pretty new here yet, so I haven't done a deep dive of the site and the posts, but it looks like there's plenty of room for new topics unrelated to religion.

Happy sailing, my friend.

Yes, the majority of us have completely made up our minds and are atheists, but as the title of the site is agnostic.com then there are discussions about the differences along with secularism, humanism, unitarianism, plus other 'ism's. As we generally are atheists and have all had different experiences in arriving at our non-belief, we talk about that quite a lot, and that leads into all of the different religions we have had experiences with and how they continue to con and rob people of so much in their lives. There is A LOT of validation to be had in these pages, along with community and support from others who have been through similar experiences with their break from religion. The validation also comes in the form of knowledge about other crazy aspects of religion that we didn't know about before leaving. I also believe that most participants on this site dream of a secular society where we are not oppressed or marginalized for our lack of belief i.e. churches not paying taxes disadvantages us as atheists, oh and how in some states we cannot run for political office, and in at least 11 countries can be put to death for our non-belief. So yes, there is constantly a lot to talk about that involves religion. Why would I as an atheist know anything about sailing??? I'm sure there are plenty of sailing websites where it doesn't make a hoot of difference if you believe in an invisible man in the sky or not??? We all have other pastimes that don't involve religion, it just happens that our lack of religion is the main purpose of this site.

Actually, we're free here to talk about anything and everything. It just so happens that most have a gripe or a question about religion they'd like aired for opinions.

I always wanted to learn how to sail but never enough to actually commit to learning how while several of my friends did. I've even been on a sailing trip around Greece with a group of people with about 6 people to a boat in a flotilla of 6 boats. I loved it. I've been on small sailboats up to a schooner. Sailors appear to be a different breed altogether. I imagine you have a few stories you'd like to share. Have at it.

This is my first post. I think religion is an evolutionary necessity. Sapiens exist because they hope and because they want answers. Religion is an ignorant person's way of satisfying both cravings. The reason I'm here is not to talk about religion, but about life and the universe and the large possibility that Sapiens will be extinct within a few generations. Sailing is fine. It is soothing to go back to our ancestral roots in the ocean, but I'd like to talk about more important subjects, like how to make people understand that saving mammals from extinction should be a priority.

I'm not a sailor. I did want to be one when I was younger though. I've gone to a couple of local atheist meeting and religion is all they talked about. I refer to them as baby atheist. I don't find this site resembling those meetings in the least. Yes, some people get stuck and it might take a little patience, but the warm water eventually spills on them and they slide off.

I'm mostly on here (and I just joined up a few days ago) to talk about death and dying from a non religious perspective. I got a terminal diagnosis in July and I'm not sure really, what to do with that information. I guess I just want to be a better person in the time I have left and I don't really know how to even do that as I was, in my own estimation, a pretty fine guy already.

I haven't actually taken a close look, but it seems a small number of members (mostly atheists and many anti-theists) are the most vocal.

Maybe, but many are converts and we are all part of a minority that must cope with a religious environment

It seems most inquiries here about religion are about wondering why some people believe, or aobut how to fill the gap when one leaves a religion.

Religion does provide a sense of community and belonging, even if you have to parctice willful ignorance or cognitive dissonance in order to be a part of it. Still, the loss of that sens eof belonging is felt strongly by many who leave religion(s). It took me 5-6 years to adapt, so I am perfectly willing to let others vent, ask questions and figure out how to cope.

There are also many here who have been psychologically damaged by religion. They may feel hurt and anger and want to strike back or just work though their issues as constructively as possible. I think these discussions are a good outlet to work through issues.