What do you believe?

[Rain]

Mosty negative as Aussie is the least religious country in the world.

[EloiseRose]

@in_the_clouds
No worries thanks for joining better late then never. Good on you for standing your ground though!!!! Im glad you had the strength

[m-y93]

I think in Australia religion is a very open subject, although it is not often spoken about it does somehow envitably impact politicians view on various sensitive topics. Thankfully though Australia is a country that allows freedom of religion which is an amazing right to have 

[CaraLouise]

I am Christian, but religion isn't something I follow. I believe there is a God, and I have very strong faith, but I also believe that he never meant for us to confine ourselves to set rules and punish ourselves if those rules are broken.

I truly think that God wants us to approach him with an open mind and heart, not in fear or worry of religious constraints.

[EloiseRose]

Next question: What impact does the media and politics have on religion in australia?

i think the media has more of an impact on religions from around the world than in our own backyard!! 

[m-y93]

 How does your religion or beliefs impact your everyday life and the decisions you make?

[Bee]

What impact does the media and politics have on religion in australia?
I don't really know. I do think however it's less 'cool' (?) or whatever to partake and practice religion. I know when I was about 13 I felt like being religious was taboo at my school.. It was a public school, and I've since found out of more of my peers who are religious in someway! I guess it could have been my insecurities...

[m-y93]

I think everyday we make decision and do things not knowing that your religion is impacting you. I know this is also very true for alot of people 

[N1ghtW1ng]

@CaraLouise hello and welcome to ReachOut! Clearly you are awesome That's two new people both joining at the same time as a GR session. I hope you stick around, it'd be awesome to see you (And @KDSyd )
It's great that you have such strong beliefs that you are proud of.

[michine]

I agree with m-y93, Australia has great religious freedom, which is reflected in the public policies.

On the otherhand the media, I think anyway, instills a lot of animosity towards some religions, especially the Islamic faith which makes us, as a society, somewhat more fearful and close minded.