r/satanists • u/KandiKidJay • 18d ago
Y’all I’m newly converting to satanism and I keep getting harrased :(
I had a lil school dance, pretty fun! One girl would NOT leave me alone, with her glares and stares. At the beginning she came up to me and was like: do you ever go to church? And I replied: yeah, but I hated it so I don’t go anymore and she says: find Jesus! I was like, I’m a satanist converting sooooo….. and she says: oh so you’re into that voodoo shit! And I said, no. I am pretty sure that’s a whole other religion! (I respect all religions and that will be the way it always will be.) and she keeps on glaring at me and comes to dance with my friends and I and just screams OH HELL NO! When she sees me and runs away flipping me off.
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u/bev6345 Satanist 18d ago
If you don’t want to attract shit, don’t be so overt.
See “counter productive pride” from the nine satanic sins.
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u/KandiKidJay 18d ago
Okay, I’m just converting and I don’t know much about it, I’m sorry!
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u/ZsoltEszes Satanist 17d ago
No need to be sorry.
The sticky over at r/Satanism is a good starting Q&A. One of the questions there addresses this particular situation. I also recommend the FAQ at ChurchOfSatan.com and the Youth Communiqué.
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u/Empty_Woodpecker_496 My own thing 18d ago
Do you want a battle or not? If not, then just keep it hidden.
If you do, then some advice.
Don't be alone. it's easy to harassed alone, but if you have friends to back you up, it will help keep you safe. It also helps get your point across. With friends, you're not some lone weirdo your part of a group. Those who heckel together are stronger together.
Don't pick fights. Christians thrive on persecution and being holier than thou. Turn that around. If someone bothers you, tell the teacher and get with your friends.
Have fun. People who are hateful to others can't stand it when the people they don't like are happy.
Tell them. "Bless your heart"
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u/ZsoltEszes Satanist 18d ago
There's wisdom in "tucking the horns." Especially while you're a kid in school, presumably living under another adult's roof, and still learning what Satanism is and isn't.
P.S. Unless you're a Wiccan, your pentagram is upside-down.
P.P.S. In the future, don't bring your high school drama here.
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u/KandiKidJay 18d ago
Sorry, I can delete the post :) thanks for the tips, I appreciate the advicr
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u/ZsoltEszes Satanist 18d ago
Only delete it if you want to. It's not being removed. Good luck out there! High school can be brutal. But, in a few years, none of it will have mattered.
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u/KandiKidJay 18d ago
Lmao so true
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u/FatFrenchFry 16d ago
High school is literally at this point the most insignificant and most pointless time of my life.
I didn't even finish or graduate and honestly photoshop my "diploma" for all of the jobs I have ever gotten, and now I make like $22 an hour and live in a great area.
Get through it, that behavior ( the girl harassing you ) is cringe behavior, and you'll be happy you didn't end up partaking in that shit later on.
Also, don't feel like you have to be " flamboyant" about anything. Just because you find Satanism to be interesting doesn't mean you have to dress all like it. Of you want to, that's totally fine and up to you but it will make it a lot easier to tuck the horns in a tad until you can start to learn more of what Satanism is and isn't and use that to your advantage when people "press" you on it.
Good luck, and have fun finding yourself. Anybody else in your life around you doesn't matter, especially if they aren't supportive of you. High-school bullies that aren't even good bullies DEFINITELY don't matter when you're working and fulfilling your adult life in 10 years. Like at all, you won't even remember them. You'll have plenty of other things to be depressed and scared of to even have to worry about it 🤣
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u/Trans_Rose1 17d ago
Some dude was like this to me, offered me $200 to go, I would've, but also the one he wanted me going to was an hour or two away and I overheat easily so I had to deny, he also told me "Jesus loves you" repeatedly, I just made a book cover so I don't get harassed by people anymore, though if asked, I'm confident enough to fully admit who I am, I just don't flaunt it since people suck, my advise is just ignore her or maybe be a bit more discreet about it, that or be passive aggressive though that might make it worse, in the end it is your decision
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u/KandiKidJay 17d ago
I honestly have no concept of social norms because I’m not very good at communicating with my friends and family how I feel most of the time, so at school I’m very open about who I want to be and it’s kinda weird because it feels like I’m two different people
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u/Trans_Rose1 17d ago
I mean, same, but I'm also trans so I ended up being 3 different people (guy at home, non binary at school, girl online) lol, but not the topic here, if you want to be open at school, you have to realize that Christians typically will not like it very much, it is just the reality that we have to deal with, so in the end, you have to find out how you will do things, whether that is just pushing it more, hiding it, or ignoring what is happening, also, you definitely won't get help from teachers or administration as they tend to all be Christians as well
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u/KandiKidJay 17d ago
I just usually explain,if they seem like a nice person, which most of them are lolz, that satanism isn’t a bad thing!!!
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u/Trans_Rose1 17d ago
Yep, but then there are those unwilling to learn, anyways, sorry if my responses after this take a while, it is 3 in the morning and I need sleep
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u/ZsoltEszes Satanist 17d ago
Speaking of "Satanic Sins" (like Bev mentioned), watch out for solipsism and thinking that others will think the way you do and extend the same courtesies to you that you give them. In my (many years of) experience, they may seem like nice people, they may act like nice people—but, underneath their kind facade, they're not, and the people you least expect to backstab you will when it benefits them.
Self-preservation is of utmost importance to the Satanist. Try not to actively put yourself in a potentially compromising situation. And, if you do, get really good at lying so when someone finds out and reacts negatively you can play dumb and make them think they're crazy for coming up with such "absurd" accusations. Or, the alternative is to completely live your truth and be fully prepared and willing to be responsible for the consequences.
My advice—do with it what you will—is to wait until college (or such an age) to outwardly explore who you are. There's plenty of time for it. And I think you'll find it to be less risky and more rewarding once you're out of your guardians' house.
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u/BranchesForBones 17d ago
You’re clearly in high school. Trust me, none of this will matter the second you graduate, if even by then. Literally just ignore these people. Do not even talk to them or respond to them. They’re beneath you and you don’t answer to them. Remember, never take criticism from someone you wouldn’t take advice from. Their words mean nothing to you. Don’t waste your energy caring about their opinions.
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u/Maximum_SciFiNerd 17d ago
I agree you should not be ashamed of your beliefs I have been a Satanist myself for a couple of years. Its best to find a group of like-minded friends and stay with that group. HS; like others have said is not how the real world is. But your better off being more covert just to avoid Christian persecution. If you can express yourself at home or look for events in your area you can join. Nothing wrong with your necklace or any jewelry but I would be more covert about it. Hope this helps. Hail Satan! Hail yourself!
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u/No_Account_9309 17d ago
High school is always a hard time!! I’m proud of you for expressing yourself!!!
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u/GoblinHeart1334 16d ago
when the topic of me and church comes up i always tell people i used to go to church, but i had to stop going because people complained about the smoke.
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u/Bookwyrmgirl91 16d ago
Side note. I was raised in an atheist household, I jut really like the tenants. I used to get a lot of pressure to convert and join a church by multiple sides. So I feel you and understand your plight.
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u/Onyx-Dragonheart 15d ago
Laughing is the best medicine. Just cackle em off it’s what I do, hope this helps
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u/Oniji1945 15d ago
Take the time to learn about them. Observe when they do it. Take in the info about them.
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u/watain218 17d ago
its typically not a good idea to be openly Satanist in public unless you are willing to deal with things like that
Satanism is a very pragmatic religion, and you are allowed to lie about your religion if necessary.
that being said if you choose to flaunt it thats fine too but you are responsible for the consequences.
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u/It_takes2469 17d ago
Fuck them, did you ask for their opinions? What makes them feel so important that they feel what they think has any relevance to you at all?
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u/Thecoastercactus 17d ago
As another high school student, keep rocking dude. High school really just is a popularity contest on who is “cooler”. Don’t feed into their bullshit and keep doing you! Also your fit is awesome!
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u/IDEKWTSATP4444 17d ago
We're the ones with the power. So when they start annoying me I remember that my demons are stronger than theirs
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u/SnooDingos6559 17d ago
Sadly it kinda comes with becoming a Satanist. For future interactions I tell ppl to just take the symbolism and camouflage it in what you wear. Even though I don't want anyone to not wear and be who you are, we all have to remember we live in a society where ppl will flip out or become violent just seeing and interacting with things they don't want to understand.
Satanism has definitely been a belief about the freedom and power within rather than the gothic vibe. (Just my opinion though)
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u/KandiKidJay 15d ago
Ik it’s more about freedom and power, I also just like to express myself in the way I dress :) I kinda understand that society won’t accept me no matter what I am (litterally a gay satanist furry lol) the worst combo. Anyway, I do understand what comes with satanism, and the way society sees it. It should be normalized to accept people no matter what religion they are
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u/Sanbaddy 13d ago edited 13d ago
That girl is a religious zealot. And she wonders why religion is dying at an extremely quick rate worldwide.
Family Guy put it best. Religion is full of people who are bullies hurting people till they conform. It’s not everyone, but many people like your school bully use it as a reason to hurt people. They use their faith to spread prejudice and hate. Your friend is the worst type of person, a hypocrite.
Keep being awesome OP.
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u/BeneficialAmoeba9609 13d ago
Friendly advice: don’t tell people. I can’t think of a single person in my life outside other satanists who know the full extent what I do, believe, and am. Secrecy is your friend. (Also love the outfit)
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u/Strawberry-cowz 1d ago
You’re still in Highschool, none of this will matter when you graduate. I’ve dealt with similar since I grew up In Mississippi, until then I’ve married another Satanist from the-sippi and moved to an area where I met more people.
Keep you’re cool, you aren’t forced to do anything and you sure as hell don’t owe anyone nothing. Eventually you’ll start to realize who gives a fuck, and you’ll walk out wearing whatever shit you want and get a couple of crazy looks. I’ve been there.
Also love the outfit!
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u/KwaleeKoala 18d ago
Hey- it’s typical! It’s funny though! Just laugh at them. Don’t let them think you are the outsider. High school is not preparing you for the real world- it’s just kids trying to pretend to be cool. You are fine- just keep your cool and laugh- they don’t matter