[header] How to tell your parents you are following a religion they don't approve of [title] Study to be sure you are secure in your religious preferences. [step] If you have lingering doubts about your own faith, it may be best to tell your parents after you feel comfortable and confident about your beliefs. [title] Use the waiting time to do your research. 
[step] Examine many sources, not only " faith promoting " ones related to the religion you are investigating. [substeps] Start a journal to keep notes in regarding your spirituality.