Mikael 46 March 20, 2012 Share March 20, 2012 Hi everypony. After I told my dad that I am brony he have been acting so strange lately. Yesterday when I asked if I could buy a mlp shirt he just said "Isn't that childish..." And he just went out of my room. He have also talked to me less lately and I feel less secure when it comes to be a brony. I get alot support from a friend though, he is also a brony and he is always cheering me up... But then I have to come home sooner or later again... I have felt that I don't wanna be a brony anymore.. But then I think about mlp again and I feel good again and feel secure. Anyone else have expereinced this?... And what should I do? I also wanted to show him a video, but then it was "too late and he didn't have the time for it". What should I do?... My brony friend, mlp fim and you are everything that is cheering me up lately, I feel that I don't get the support from my family that I need. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Key Gear 6,663 March 20, 2012 Share March 20, 2012 It sounds like your father is freaking out because he thinks that is son is somehow becoming "less of a man" because he watches a show with multicolored ponies. Remember, the word brony is just a word. It is a word that describes someone that watches the show. You don't need any support. It is just a tv show. It isn't really some kind of big deal. I think that you should be direct with him. Tell him that you like the show, but it has not changed who you are. You should tell him that your manliness is not going to suddenly decrease because watch a show with excellent dialogue, music, and animation (or whatever word you want to use besides "manliness"). You should also tell him that bronies are not some kind of weird cult. Bronies are just people that like the show. Does he have anything that he spends a lot of time watching? You should ask him if he thinks that what he sees on TV has changed him from what he was before he began watching. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RainbowDashie 767 March 20, 2012 Share March 20, 2012 dude, how can you read my mind? Thunder Farts: http://mlpforums.com/page/roleplay-characters/_/thunder-farts-r4099 Rosewood: http://mlpforums.com/page/roleplay-characters/_/rosewood-r5917 Wanna play games with me? Join my steam group! http://steamcommunity.com/groups/gamefaceofdoom/ And then there's this... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luriel Maelstrom 253 March 20, 2012 Share March 20, 2012 I might have an idea, try to find a free time when your father isn't busy, have a talk with him, make the talk longer as possible and more understandable, explain why you like MLP explain how much people that have the same interest can support you and others, try to show him some videos, It could work most of the times it works, I hope this helps you! Good luck! 1 ~ I'm in love with my own OC Luriel Maelstrom ~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikael 46 March 20, 2012 Author Share March 20, 2012 It sounds like your father is freaking out because he thinks that is son is somehow becoming "less of a man" because he watches a show with multicolored ponies. Remember, the word brony is just a word. It is a word that describes someone that watches the show. You don't need any support. It is just a tv show. It isn't really some kind of big deal. I think that you should be direct with him. Tell him that you like the show, but it has not changed who you are. You should tell him that your manliness is not going to suddenly decrease because watch a show with excellent dialogue, music, and animation (or whatever word you want to use besides "manliness"). You should also tell him that bronies are not some kind of weird cult. Bronies are just people that like the show. Does he have anything that he spends a lot of time watching? You should ask him if he thinks that what he sees on TV has changed him from what he was before he began watching. Yeah, thanks But.. at first when I told it and showed him a little about the show he took it as "ok", but then when I changed my background on the computer and everything like that, he began to act strange... And I do not dare to show him my mlp toys.. at least not yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dany Heatley 160 March 20, 2012 Share March 20, 2012 Does he know about the new generation? Because if he doesn't, it is somewhat understandable as the original TV shows which he probably remembers were extremely girly and lame. It's like if you had a son, and he sold you he loved barbie or something. Wouldn't you find that a bit weird?. You have to show him that this show isn't just a lame little kids show, and that it is a good show that is suitable to anyone. 1 ¿ʇı ʇnoqɐ ʇɥƃıɟ oʇ ʇuɐM˙ǝzıs ǝɯɐs ǝɥʇ ʇ,uǝɹɐ slıdnd ʎɯ ɥɐǝʎ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikael 46 March 20, 2012 Author Share March 20, 2012 I might have an idea, try to find a free time when your father isn't busy, have a talk with him, make the talk longer as possible and more understandable, explain why you like MLP explain how much people that have the same interest can support you and others, try to show him some videos, It could work most of the times it works, I hope this helps you! Good luck! Yeah, thanks. Right now he is buzy having a friend on visit.. and btw my little brother (12 years old) don't know yet that I am a brony... And I don't know how he will react to it. My father is not a great speaker and does not show any feelings... So it's hard to tell if he accpets anything I do. I have felt this before too, he normally just let me be alone on my room rather than talk about problems or anything like that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luriel Maelstrom 253 March 20, 2012 Share March 20, 2012 Yeah, thanks. Right now he is buzy having a friend on visit.. and btw my little brother (12 years old) don't know yet that I am a brony... And I don't know how he will react to it. My father is not a great speaker and does not show any feelings... So it's hard to tell if he accpets anything I do. I have felt this before too, he normally just let me be alone on my room rather than talk about problems or anything like that About your brother, if his reaction will be bad, tell him that's not that bad, and you can let him talk to bronies his age, like me I'm 13, so if you need anypony to talk to and ask for help, you can ask me 1 ~ I'm in love with my own OC Luriel Maelstrom ~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikael 46 March 20, 2012 Author Share March 20, 2012 About your brother, if his reaction will be bad, tell him that's not that bad, and you can let him talk to bronies his age, like me I'm 13, so if you need anypony to talk to and ask for help, you can ask me Great man, thank you so much for your support Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evilshy 5,090 March 20, 2012 Share March 20, 2012 Yeah, thanks. Right now he is buzy having a friend on visit.. and btw my little brother (12 years old) don't know yet that I am a brony... And I don't know how he will react to it. My father is not a great speaker and does not show any feelings... So it's hard to tell if he accpets anything I do. I have felt this before too, he normally just let me be alone on my room rather than talk about problems or anything like that No no no, don't do this. If you make a huge deal about it, then it will be a huge deal. If he asks about it, don't go into some long explanation, just answer simply and act like it's no big deal, because it isn't. Basically, if you act like it's something that you have to defend or admit to, then he will see it that way, and in most people's minds, if you have to defend or admit to something, then it's a bad thing that shouldn't normally be done. 1 Signature now 99% less edgy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikael 46 March 20, 2012 Author Share March 20, 2012 It sounds like your father is freaking out because he thinks that is son is somehow becoming "less of a man" because he watches a show with multicolored ponies. Remember, the word brony is just a word. It is a word that describes someone that watches the show. You don't need any support. It is just a tv show. It isn't really some kind of big deal. I think that you should be direct with him. Tell him that you like the show, but it has not changed who you are. You should tell him that your manliness is not going to suddenly decrease because watch a show with excellent dialogue, music, and animation (or whatever word you want to use besides "manliness"). You should also tell him that bronies are not some kind of weird cult. Bronies are just people that like the show. Does he have anything that he spends a lot of time watching? You should ask him if he thinks that what he sees on TV has changed him from what he was before he began watching. Yeah, I have to thank you too, wise words there, thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcato 2,143 March 20, 2012 Share March 20, 2012 Yep it sounds like your Dad is probably over reacting. Maybe if he knew how common it was to be a brony then he wouldn't be so neglecting of you anymore. ~Relax and enJOY life. True joy is a BLESSING.~ ~Musician, poet, writer, and all-around storyteller~ Interests: Old literature, ancient history, MUSIC, fantasy, anime Best Pony: Tiaaaaaa! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikael 46 March 20, 2012 Author Share March 20, 2012 No no no, don't do this. If you make a huge deal about it, then it will be a huge deal. If he asks about it, don't go into some long explanation, just answer simply and act like it's no big deal, because it isn't. Basically, if you act like it's something that you have to defend or admit to, then he will see it that way, and in most people's minds, if you have to defend or admit to something, then it's a bad thing that shouldn't normally be done. Ok, thank you, I have tried to not make a big deal about it, but then it doesn't seem like he understand what it is. At first I told him that I liked the show and naturally he asked why and I said it was because of the voice-acting, animation and the storyline. I also told him that it is a internet thing... And... Now I maybe see why he think it is something bad... I told him that I have kept this secret since the summer last year ( I have done that... I know I shouldn't)... Well, maybe that's why he is not sure what to feel and think about it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anachronous 682 March 20, 2012 Share March 20, 2012 You shouldn't have to explain yourself. You're a fan of a TV show, not some enthusiast of sexual deviancy. If your dad has a problem, that's exactly what it is - his problem! If you don't want things to get awkward between you two, try not to let being a brony define who you are as a person; it should only be a part of your persona, not a dominating factor that inundates anyone and everyone who knows and interacts with you. Just continue being amiable with him - you are his son, after all, ponies shouldn't drive a wedge between you! - and you should be fine. Just as it takes two to tango, it takes two to make something awkward... and, believe me, bronydom is not really anywhere near as bad as some other hobbies or fandoms to be a part of. Totally not worth getting embarrassed over but, remember, not getting embarrassed and being campy with your fandom are two different things. Being a brony is one thing. Shoving it down the throat of people who may not give a damn with references galore and whatnot is another, much worse reality. 2 keep it real . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shankveld 4,949 March 20, 2012 Share March 20, 2012 Is your dad homophobic ? ~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Wobbels 664 March 20, 2012 Share March 20, 2012 (edited) Kids are too reluctant to rebel against their parents these days for some reason. It's really not healthy. You shouldn't care about what your dad thinks of it because you're the one who should be making your own decisions. Your parents aren't the arbiters of your life. Edited March 20, 2012 by Mr. Wobbels 2 THIS SIGNATURE IS POTATOES Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikael 46 March 20, 2012 Author Share March 20, 2012 Is your dad homophobic ? ~ No... Or at least I don't think so. As far as I know he don't mind people that are homosexual. I also explained to him that I am not gay and all that when I told him about it, so I don't think that's the problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RainbowDashie 767 March 20, 2012 Share March 20, 2012 dont show him the post a pic of yourself thread cuz almost all of us try to look silly but if you wanna show him normal people r brony... Thunder Farts: http://mlpforums.com/page/roleplay-characters/_/thunder-farts-r4099 Rosewood: http://mlpforums.com/page/roleplay-characters/_/rosewood-r5917 Wanna play games with me? Join my steam group! http://steamcommunity.com/groups/gamefaceofdoom/ And then there's this... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anachronous 682 March 20, 2012 Share March 20, 2012 Kids are too reluctant to rebel against their parents these days for some reason. It's really not healthy. You shouldn't care about what your dad thinks of it because you're the one who should be making your own decisions. Your parents aren't the arbiters of your life. A huge emphasis on this, Wobs is totally right. The purpose of your life is not to be some extension of your parents, Mikael, and as long as you're not doing anything particularly harmful to either yourself or the people around you, your parents shouldn't care enough about what you do or what you're into as to where it dramatically affects the way they treat you. You are your own person, don't be afraid to embrace it just because you fear disapproval. 2 keep it real . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shankveld 4,949 March 20, 2012 Share March 20, 2012 /facehoof a lot of us look normal -.-' ~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RainbowDashie 767 March 20, 2012 Share March 20, 2012 /facehoof a lot of us look normal -.-' ~ i know but i saw alot of people trying to do silly and that may let someone thing everybrony is weird. Thunder Farts: http://mlpforums.com/page/roleplay-characters/_/thunder-farts-r4099 Rosewood: http://mlpforums.com/page/roleplay-characters/_/rosewood-r5917 Wanna play games with me? Join my steam group! http://steamcommunity.com/groups/gamefaceofdoom/ And then there's this... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shankveld 4,949 March 20, 2012 Share March 20, 2012 No... Or at least I don't think so. As far as I know he don't mind people that are homosexual. I also explained to him that I am not gay and all that when I told him about it, so I don't think that's the problem. He might feel differently if it's his own son though. My fiancée's father is like that. I honestly wouldn't care though. You don't need your father's approval, the only person who needs to love and accept you is you. ~ i know but i saw alot of people trying to do silly and that may let someone thing everybrony is weird. I prefer weird ~ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akemi Homura 7,680 March 20, 2012 Share March 20, 2012 (edited) You brought up the word "childish"... in that case, maybe your dad is conflicted on whether you're growing up or still have "childish" habits. Knowing parents, it could be that he misses your childlike persona when you were younger, say, 8 years old. Perhaps your dad just expects you to "act" like an adult and not care about cartoons, but part of acting like an adult is to decide things for yourself. Ask yourself this: do you really want to give up MLP just because your dad seemingly disproves you of being a fan of it? I believe the bigger issue here though, is that you think you will create a rather large rift between your dad and yourself because simply, you watch MLP. I'd advise you to handle this situation with maturity, and convince your dad that your personality -- you -- will not change simply because you watch a cartoon and are a big fan of it. Edited March 20, 2012 by Devin Dash McCourty 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FedoraMemes 582 March 20, 2012 Share March 20, 2012 About your brother, if his reaction will be bad, tell him that's not that bad, and you can let him talk to bronies his age, like me I'm 13, so if you need anypony to talk to and ask for help, you can ask me I'm 13 too, so I can talk to him if he has any problems. But back to the main topic, wait for a bit, and see how this progresses. If it get's any worse, have a talk to him about how you're a fan of a TV show, and that there is no problem with it. You live in a free country where you can do what you want. Even show him the forums, the /mlp/ board on 4chan (might not be the best place, but you could still try) and the page on Know Your Meme. Hope this helps! The Anime Thread: http://mlpforums.com/topic/20661-the-anime-thread/page__hl__the%20anime%20thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nordica 180 March 20, 2012 Share March 20, 2012 Not much more I can contribute with than what has already been said. But since your dad thinks it's childish, maybe he doesn't know about the fandom. Have you told him yet, or have you just said you watch mlp and leaved it like that? If you think it'll be too hard to talk to him about it, maybe you should just let him read an article instead, or show him a video of what a brony is, and let him see you're clearly not alone in liking this, and certainly not weird to do so. This video could be a good choice: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y4_0qtAulNw 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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