[luckyme]

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There have been several study's in the English media over the last few years (No I can't remember any specific examples, sorry) that claim religious people are happier. It has been stated as (Which one I can't remember) either the biggest corelating factor, or one of the biggest. Along with partners, succesful career etc.

It makes perfect sense to me.

I wouldn't sweat it though, really, really domb people are often very happy too.

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I wonder if a christian would be happier living in a hostile religious ( say Iran) environment than the dominant religion. That's essentially the situation the atheist is in. The majority of anything has a leg up in happiness. It's no fun being a communist on wall street. Or a gay in a redneck city.
I've seen various polls but none that separated some of the corrupting factors.
Overall, atheists seem on solider ground, keeping in mind there is some self-selection going on. Theists are often drawn to belief because of various psychological issues they can't deal with if on their own.

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