Do You Think Sometimes Its Good For Bronies To Make Fun Of Themselves?

[Shadowking58 1,137]

Well, I haven't seen any of Howard Stern's stuff, but I love making fun of myself.

 

In fact, one of the things I love most about the brony community is the fact we are able to make fun of ourselves.

 

Take this song by MandoPony for example. The entire thing is him making fun of himself. It's hilarious!

 

 

So, yeah, I have no problem with making fun of myself, and that goes over into my bronydom. It's just nice to relax and not worry about being embarrassed.

This fandom has some really great stuff.

 

As per the topic, I remember seeing this video

And I was laughing so hard at it because, all in all it's just a parody and isn't meant to be taken seriously. That's why I laughed at it the first time I saw it. Because sometimes, making fun of yourself is one of the good things you can use to stay sane.

Dear Princess Celestia,

 

  Today I learned that although not everything is a laughing matter, we should always have a sense of humor about ourselves.  Always remember to lighten up.  Taking life too seriously can even alienate you from your friends sometimes.  You should always be proud of who you are, but being able to laugh at yourself occasionally is one of the most useful skills you can have.

 

Your faithful student,

 

--

~Justin_Case001

Uh.... wrong thread, buddy, lol.

Edited July 29, 2014 by Shadowking58

[Nerdy Luigi 2,065]

My advice to anyone who takes a TV show seriously, whether against the fandom of it, or for it: IT'S JUST A SHOW.

[GXPBlast 597]

I have to admit though there are some things bronies do that are just cringe worthy that you cant help but laugh sometimes. I understand the bronies in the Howard Stern interviews did not represent the majority, but it just goes to show how far people like Howard will go just to find people that fit their negative agenda. Although I have to admit, paid or not those people he interviewed were very proud and open with what they do while some were very out there.

 

I wonder how they reacted when they found out they were publicly humiliated with possibly millions listening to the interviews.

If they have been caused enough emotional harm I wonder if they have sued him.

Edited July 29, 2014 by GXPBlast

[Everleaf 541]

Some bronies need to just laugh at themselves at least have a sense of humor...

 

 

Well myself I could make so many jokes about myself (mainly around how crazy I am for ponie) and I just laugh...   

[That Special Brony 24]

Anyone an make fun of themselves RS and I often do for laughs as jokes and I think the best part is making yourself look stupid is actually making the OTHERS stupid for believing this is truly how differently someone acts just for watching a cartoon show lol work out who the dumb one is here XD anyway yeah it's okay and hey, THEY are the ones missing out on a truly awesome show

[Digit 321]

I have to say the media is always the first bully of a fandom that isnt universally excepted by a society. There is always going to be someone who makes fun but what exacerbates things is when the media like Howard stern come out and openly start attacking it. And like with all bullies one way to beat them is roll with their jokes and poke fun at yourself to show it doesnt bother you. So yeah i poke fun at all my fandoms. Whether it be the newest as a brony or one of my oldest as a cosplayer. Its healthy also i found stwrns interviews distasteful but funny because thats how he got his fame and he doesnt just attack bronies its his career to seek out the worst of anything and exploit it for laughs and lisnters.

[Solid 1,327]

Takes real courage to make fun of oneself, but it makes the difference.

 

Yes.

 

But there's a boundary that you shouldn't pass.

Edited July 30, 2014 by Solid Scorpion

[GXPBlast 597]

I am sure we are going to see such a video after bronycon by Howard. I mean he has went to everyone so far including the Big Apple Ponycon.

 

I am starting to thing he is a closet brony because he keeps obsessing on us lol.

Edited August 1, 2014 by GXPBlast

[Mae Borowski 356]

ive always said "If you cant laugh at yourself, you may as well not laugh at all..." the world is to sensitive nowadays. if only people would learn to laugh instead of whining....(not in all cases)

[Professor SnuSnu 100]

I see very positive comments about making fun of ones self but is it also good to insult yourself?
As in a jokingly manner of course, like for instance * In my mind " Wow,I'm actually talking to myself and replying, I'm not of sound mind"  

[Lighting Star 93]

On this topic...I'm still waiting for an episode of South Park making fun of MLP

[RippedOffMattress 314]

Totally! It gives that healthy dose of self-awareness that makes the fandom look like it doesn't take itself too seriously all the time!

 

On this topic...I'm still waiting for an episode of South Park making fun of MLP

Ehh I wouldn't hold my breath; with the fandom becoming increasingly irrelevant, I doubt that's gonna happen. Though I am kind of surprised it didn't. Maybe Trey and Matt thought it'd be too easy and obvious of a target.

Edited August 1, 2014 by RippedOffMattress

[DND 2,355]

Hey, I'm a Sonic fan and I love good jokes about the series.

Sometimes it's fun to laugh at what you like, because it's well... funny.

As someone who playfully mocks things, I find humor in almost anything.

 

Took the words right out of my mouth.

 

I find it completely normal and sometimes helpful to understand your "weirder" or "more laughable" aspects of your personality/lifestyle. It shows more understanding personally. Of course there's still a comfortable limit to everything.

[Due Diligence 26]

If I acknowledge that being a Brony is just a little bit weird, people usually react more favorably. It's like they think, "He already knows that he's weird," and then it's not fun.

[Deathstroke 1,564]

This video pretty much explains itself about this question: 

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yv-435_bT5U

[Invincible 2,091]

I'll make my point as concise as possible. 

 

Yes, i think that bronies (and everyone) should be open to a bit of self-directed-humor.

[NotoriousSMALL 1,984]

No, self deprecation is stupid. 

[Shift 4,272]

Yes, I love making fun of myself. Unless it's a downright insult.