Rational Thinker

Health Benefits of Atheism

Becoming an atheist has many health benefits for the mind, body, soul, and society. Below is a list of the benefits of being an atheist. This list isn't so much to claim that theism is bad for the health, but that perceiving the world and other's beliefs from the perspective of an atheist does carry some benefits. A believer might have an easier time feeling a sense of belonging than an atheist (but that's another topic all together)

-Atheism reduces the stress caused by organised religion (such as religions that value guilt over pride).

-Atheist nations are generally more peaceful, so it can be assumed that atheists are more peaceful (probably do to the formation of a worldview that is more encompassing of all people).

-Atheists are better able to relax and be themselves, they aren't forced to always put up a front because of an imaginary stalker (which causes stress, which has consequences in the long-run).

-Atheists are much less likely to become a politician (which has the potential side effect of sociopathy, narcissism and republicanism, among other personality disorders)