Name | Ishtiaq Hussain |
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Statement | I was born into a traditional muslim family and was raised as such. Forced into an arranged marriage at a young age (I;m sure you're aware that it doesn't only happen to girls), which turned out to be an unhappy one, changed my belief in Islam. It took many years before I was free of the marriage. I'm an in-the-closet atheist, as I have never had the courage to announce it to my family. I became aware of this organisation today, and feel a sense of relief that I can hear the thoughts of similar like-minded people. Partly because of the difference between my beliefs and that of my family's, I am currently living abroad (hopefully only temporarily). I believe that religion is toxic, and recently have stopped being an apologist and believe Islam in particular is a nasty form of mind control infecting the world. I am being careful to moderate my words as I don't want to offend. |