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Deciding to move in together is a big step.
Two separate individuals merging their lives under one roof doesnt always go smoothly.
Manycouplestake a while to find their groove.
The girlfriend has a spiritual altar that shes not willing to part with.
But her Atheist partner wants her to sacrifice it in the name of love.
Randall believes it is possible for couples with opposing religious views to have a healthy and happy relationship.
The secret is to discuss and agree on parameters and expectations, she tells Bored Panda.
For example, are they required to attend a holiday gathering?
Will you be taking your dog to a pet blessing?
Inotherwords, how will your beliefs or practices affect the other person?
And, is either person willing to comprise or bend a little?
We asked her how best to bring up the subject of religion with a partner without offending them.
Dont discuss your differences or point out their religious practices when youre at a boiling point, she cautioned.
Before stating reasons on why your beliefs make more sense, ask them why they believe what they do.
Learn and understand before admonishing them.
Bored Panda was curious to know what Randall would say to the girlfriend in this situation.
As for Tommy, Randall thinks he needs to man up.
Tommy needs to take a grown-up pill.
Especially without a ring on their fingers!
Tommy had one year to voice his opinion about her altar.
Was he being polite because it wasnt their home?
Why wait until she fell in love?
Was Tommy so sure of her devotion thinking that shed conform to all of his requests?
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