What would you say to them, and what would you ask?

If you could say anything to people who judge you for your spiritual beliefs, or if you could ask them anything, what would you say? What would you ask?

(Please remember to keep this respectful. I know there is often a lot of pain and hurt between people of differing spiritualities, but this is a space to foster understanding and healing.)

I think it's important to question how they believe loving the Earth and not truly being sure of a higher power could be a negative thing. Yes, they have their system of beliefs and according to those, people who don't abide by certain rules ultimately pay the price, but is this their fault for following so strictly or is it the religion itself for setting down such beliefs?

If someone were to judge me, I would simply (if they were willing) try and explain what I believe, and try and make it easier for them to understand it. My parents are against the way I believe, and while my mom shuts down any mention of it, I can still talk freely to my dad. Though he is Christian I am able to explain my beliefs. I haven't really had anyone judge me, but then again I haven't told everyone I know.

I would probably ask why they feel the way they do about how I believe, and why they think it is wrong. I hope that someday there is a greater understanding of Paganism, and that people will begin to see the beauty in it.