I made a choice after some thinking, reading and praying. And I thought this choice is the best in my own opinion and way of thinking and limited background.And I am being attacked for it and I suppose I will be for some time.

I thought democracy meant making your own choice and people accepting that choice because its yours. Like wise, I would accept their choices, views and ways of thinking. This is tolerance I suppose. This is democracy right? Or parts of the concept of democracy.

I feel attacked, alienated, and looked at in certain ways that don't make me feel comfortable. I am not an extremist. But even if I was, people should respect that. This is me and it doesn't make me different from anyone in the world. I have my own beliefs and thoughts and they sure make me happy and make me the way I am. As long as I am not hurting anyone or breaking rules, then I am free right?

I shouldn't feel alienated, actually I should feel proud. I took a decision on my own and made a choice on my own for the first time in my life.

I am 30 and I think its time for me to believe in myself and my abilities. And if they don't like me, its their problem not mine. I shouldn't work on pleasing anyone.
I've lived all my life trying to please everyone and make all happy. And I think its time for me to stop.

This is me. As long as I am not affecting you in any negative way, please give me the level of respect and tolerance I deserve.

Thank you