Hemant, the founder and creator of the “the friendly atheisim movement” has posted a list of atheistic attributes he finds most appealing. For more on this check his website

What exactly is a “Friendly Atheist”?

A Friendly Atheist is someone who:

Believes everyone should do what makes them happy, provided they are not stopping anyone else from doing the same.

Does not judge others for following a different path than his/her own.

Shows kindness, volunteers, and helps others.

Does not go around denigrating other religions, because he/she knows that to get respect, one must give it.

Can talk to a religious person without invoking an argument.

Questions his/her own beliefs as much as others’ beliefs.

Invites positive dialogue from religious people.

In my own experience, nearly every Atheist I’ve met has been a Friendly Atheist. We’re everywhere. This is, sadly, a well-kept secret. By talking about the definition, as well as showcasing examples of Friendly Atheism as they occur, perhaps the public image of Atheists can be reshaped.

  Hemant website: http://www.friendlyatheist.com/