What are some positive teachings in Atheism?

[_Polygamy-Porter]

Atheism isn't as bad as the fear mongering religious folks claim it is.

What are some of the positives of not believing in a god?

More free time. Less time wasted on something we have zero evidence exists.

[_Polygamy-Porter]

Atheists are not required to hate anyone. There is no doctrine that promotes in/out thinking.

[_Polygamy-Porter]

Atheists are less likely to end up in jail. (Atheists comprise 15% of US population, however, only 1% of US Prison population are non-believers.)

[_Drifting]

Atheism is free of charge.
Atheism is non discriminatory - blacks and gays can be atheists.
Female atheists have equal standing with male atheists.
There is no confusion in atheism over what happens when you die.
Atheism encourages you to cram your life with good things rather than expecting to catch up when you're dead.
Atheists can wear whatever underwear they like.
Atheists can wear blue shirts.
Atheism doesn't excommunicate or disfellowship.
Atheism doesn't have the dilemma of obeying the laws of the land or the laws of atheism.
Atheism isn't embarassed about its history or doctrines.
Atheism publishes its finances (well it would if there were any!)
Atheism encourages people to be nice to one another.
Atheists are among the most Christlike people on earth.

[_lulu]

Living a reality based life just works out better.

[_Nortinski]

Although I'm not an Atheist, I can honestly say that my Atheist friends are among some of the finest, most intelligent people I know.

[_Cylon]

It promotes making the most of your life now, and making the world a better place now, because you don't have the fallback of 'God will make it all ok in the afterlife.'

[_angsty]

That atheism doesn't have "teachings" is a big plus in my book. I accept the burden and responsibility of finding and evaluating ideas myself instead of giving first consideration to an organization, leadership, and doctrine with a rather questionable record.

Atheism is the absence of one belief--- not a lifestyle or belief system.

[_DarkHelmet]

No supreme leader that you are obligated to follow.
No set of doctrines created by others that you must believe (even if you don't) and you must defend (no matter how indefensible).

[_Inconceivable]

Atheists are less likely to end up in jail. (Atheists comprise 15% of US population, however, only 1% of US Prison population are non-believers.)

This statistic is slightly off, PP. When an atheist is sent to prison, he finds Jesus (because that's where Jesus is). That is why there are very few atheists in prison.

When the inmate is paroled, he leaves and becomes free and atheist again.

.. and of course, Jesus remains. Patiently awaiting the prodigal's return.