Has Being a Brony Changed Your Life? How?

[~Master~ Button Mash 2,307]

I don't know if the change is from MLP:FiM itself, or more from the people I met in the community, but since meeting some really encouraging athletic bronies in the community, I've lost 80lbs.

 

So without ponies, yeah, that wouldn't have happened.

 

And I am a bit more social now. Or at least I'm making the effort.

[The Prime Reaper 180]

I have shifted myself from doing logical thinking in way of doing math and science into the creative revolution where the increasing of artistic works dramatically rising.

My Litte Pony changed my daily life to whole new direction, the direction of being a friend.

[Cakebandit :3 1,064]

I really haven't changed much at all I'm still the tall crazy generous and happy person my friends knew me as I just took a large intrest in singing and writing afterwards

[jjj 46]

I'm not sure how I've changed.

 

I've started producing more music for the fandom, as the chance of me actually getting a placement with a famous artist/songwriter/etc is very slim.

Edited October 11, 2013 by PierceStrine

[Wingnut 6,999]

How has my life changed? Well, back in 2010 my dad passed away. During the next few months after that I was down in the dumps and spinning my wheels. I made some decisions that seemed like a good idea at the time but, in hindsight, weren't particularly wise. For a time it seemed like I was just going through the motions. But toward the end of 2011 I was first introduced to MLP:FiM. I soon fell in love with it and that alone seemed to improve my outlook on things.

 

That upswing continued when I joined MLP Forums nearly one year ago. At first, I only intended to talk about ponies, the cartoon, some fan made videos and that was it. Just as Twilight Sparkle set out to do a job in Ponyville and then go home, it wasn't my goal to become emotionally attached to any of the members. But I did and that turned out to be a tremendous blessing. This year alone I lost one dear, personal friend (from outside the forum) and I have since gained a new one (here). I never imagined that, as one of the oldest members on this board, I would find several people that I have grown close to. And even though I wasn't able to actually hang out with any of you at Bronycon, it was a pleasure to say hi to some of you in person. The way MLP Forums brings people together, I can honestly say this place is magic.

[ravensilvertail 34]

I have become more hopeful and happier than I have been in a long time. I also started to realize that I didn't act like a brother should after watching the canterlot wedding parts 1&2. That made me a little sad.

[RockinRarity 1,605]

I can't say that I have changed a whole lot as a person. But that doesn't mean that everything is exactly the same.

 

First of all, it makes me happy to be part of a fandom again, and part of one as an adult - because when I was a teenager and a part of the Teen Titans fandom, I didn't have any way of collecting the toys. I really really really wish that there was a way that I could now. But I am glad that I have the funds to collect the toys, trading cards, and t-shirts that I want.

 

It is great to be part of an Internet forum that we can talk about the show with people when a lot of the rest of the people around you either don't care for it or they like it but not as much as you. I had that for Teen Titans but I never had that as a kid for Sailor Moon. I wish that I did because I got made fun of a lot for liking Sailor Moon.

 

Being into the show has made me think about gender roles and expressing individuality. Just the other day I was thinking about raising kids... and at first I thought about making sure that they wouldn't be doing things that would cause them to get made fun of. But then I remembered that if my parents had done the same thing to me, then I would be afraid to express my individuality because I didn't grow up facing the fear of me being the way that I am. Despite being bullied, I never stopped liking Sailor Moon, and I am glad for it.

 

Also, what if preventing the kids to like something unusual actually causes them to make fun of other kids who are expressing their individuality? That's not cool.

 

So the show is changing my worldview a little bit, and is giving me a little something that makes me happy.

[King Sejong 859]

   My life has definitely change since I became a brony, and it change for the better, since becoming a brony, I have met many interesting fans and military bronies, I now feel happier and filled with passionate ardour, that I sort of lost after I finished my navy enlistment, My Little Pony and the bronies helped me and allowed me to express and connect with people of so many backgrounds and upbringing, in addition bronies bring some amazing talent and effort, I rarely see in mainstream media, so I want to bring my talent to the fandom too, though I don't what to do yet, the bronies have given me inspiration and brainstorm, that someday I will add my fan made work to the bronies, and if I inspired someone to produce similar work than I did well, so as follows I did change for the better, I went from being cynical and bitter, to being gentle and sensitive, thank you MLP-FiM and to the bronies as well. 

[Smarts 1,622]

I really have not changed much in terms of my personality. I was a kind, friendly, and shy individual before I watched the show and I still am after watching the show.

[~Silver Essence~ 2,625]

I've become nicer, more accepting, more diverse, and more social than ever inside of the internet and outside.

 

As well as never judging a show just because of it's looks.  

[Harmony And Rarity 195]

I knew before I had gotten into the fandom, I was a Bully to other people and depressed. I felt like nothing was going my way. My best friend who had everything in my opinion brought me into the fandom. His little brother. Was a brony too. I was in denial, I called the show gay and stuff. He told me to watch a few episodes. A few days later I decided to watch a few minutes. Minutes turned into hours, hours turned into episodes, episodes turned into seasons. I felt myself changing into something that I loved. I was nicer and kind. I felt like there was hope for humanity. But I was bullied alot because of something I loved, now im leaving my school because of it. So with that being said, I would like to know your life before My Little Pony, and what it is now because of it. /)

[Mio Akiyama 145]

My life before My Little Pony:

-Who cares about school dude?

-Pick on my best friend, even taking it too far. Who cares?

-Someone says something to me that I don't approve of as a joke? Time to make them feel bad about themselves and enjoy their sadness.

-Psshhh, that sh*t is g*y.

My life after My Little Pony:

-Grades are crucial to how my life will play out. Gotta keep them high

-Try to clear up all the bad things I did to my friend. Surprisingly, start liking her and trying to start a relationship.

-Someone says something mean to me as a joke? Say something back and laugh about it with that person in a positive way.

-I'll see for myself. I could really like it too.

 

To be honest, I went from crap to somewhat a good person because of My Little Pony. And yes, that best friend I used to make fun of, is now my crush. Oh boy, the regrets

[Doc. Volt 2,561]

i was like "i work alone, i'm the better you suck, get the fuck out frome here, are you trying to steal my schematics?"

not a bully guy, just i was alone, only few friends (that i threaded like shit).. my relationship with my gf was going to broke.. she wasn't happy... all i was able to do is to make her sad... i played all day without exiting or only made my buisness and my research... after that i care about everyone... i've got a job to help my parents paying for my university, tried to make everyone happy, my gf and i are still togheter after 4 years, i've becomed a paramedic and a red cross voluntier to help other peoples...  and now i'm more opened and easygoing.. everyone is my friend.. even the guy i beated when stole my money back at the school... incredible... he even made me a surprise party for my birthday (he is in the herd too now... from stealer to brony.. )

[Nightmare Night 151]

Before I became a brony, I was always very distant from other people. I only had a small handful of friends that I didn't spend very much time with. My family was never and still isn't very close, as far as im concerned, my only family is my mom, dad, grandma, and 2 younger brothers. The few times I did interact with other people I was always very gloomy and cynical. I cared nothing for anyone or anything for the longest time. I spent most of my days drowning out the world with music and video games. Then one day a friend of mine on the internet, not irl, told me about MLP and how awesome it was. of course at the time I laughed at him and disregarded everything he said. But for some reason about a month or 2 later, maybe out of sheer boredom I looked up the first few episodes of MLP.Amazingly I found so much enjoyment in something I once thought was for just little girls. But, out of fear for what people would think, I kept my love for the show a secret up until about the middle of season 2. I was at work one day cleaning up the MLP aisle and stocking some freight that came in that one of the new associates came up to me and started talking about derpy hooves and MLP. At first I just kinda nodded and shrugged him off but he was so persistent that I soon found myself adding to the conversation. I guess after that day I started to feel like it was ok to be myself and not care what others thought. So I ordered my first MLP t shirt online and wore it to work the next night. Surprisingly nobody made fun of me that day. Since then slowly but surely ive been becoming a bit more social and friendly, even going to hang out with my new friends at there houses or at the mall. I honestly cant remember a time where I was as happy as I was the day I started watching MLP and being open about it. The world suddenly doesn't seem like such a dark and lonely place.

[Doc. Volt 2,561]

bro - bucking - hoof for ya! wish i can brohoof your post more.. i know that feeling

[Creamy Arty 6,252]

Hey , just wanted to let you know that I merged your thread on how MLP has impacted people with this older thread, as they were dedicated to the same topic.

[ghostfacekiller39 23,860]

Yeahh...

 

Man, I used to be a dick. I'm not gonna lie.

 

I was pretty cocky, and I was sorta a bully too...I try to justify it, but I did pick on these kids in my school who liked YuGiOh all the time.

 

Like, one time, I took their cards they were playing with, and I threw them all up in the air and walked off...

 

I dunno, man. I was on the baseball team, made great grades, class favorite...

 

I was just an ass.

 

But, then, there's the whole story of how I became a Brony...which I've already posted in that topic.

 

Anyway, y'all were all sorta like the YuGiOh kids I gave hell in personality.

 

But, I just liked the show so much, I didn't mind. I love talking to all of you, actually.

 

I've gotten to be a much nicer person through being a Brony. I've made some friends that I would've just snubbed before, and I've made a LOT of great friends on here.

 

People say I'm immature for being a Brony, but it's actually made me more mature, I think.

 

Because I'm not the one who hates people for liking something I don't

[MelancholicMemory 2,025]

Not really. If anything, it made me spend more time doing nothing on the internet.

[TeaWithPinkie 15]

It has made my boyfriend and I closer. He was a brony when we started dating, and though I didn't like the show at first, I gave it another try because of him and ended up loving it. It's a nice thing that we share now.

 

Also, it helps pull me out of my depression and helps me cope with my anxiety. There's always some positive thing to learn in each episode, which helps me develop a healthier, more hopeful outlook on life. 

[Noodles 109]

nope! having 1 gamer 1 x gamer and  two others as roomates helps. that and most of my friends are gamers so no!

on the other hand I haven't gone out wearing a tee shirt or anyting.

[King Sejong 859]

   Before I became a brony, I was short tempered and depressed after I came back from the navy, city life was also a challenge, there was not shortage of ingrates and noise, and then My Little Pony came into my life at the right moment, as my frustration began to mount, the loveable characters, the humour, and the life lessons from the show gave me peace especially when I really needed it. As I got deeper into the show I saw the sheer scale of the fandom, and the stellar artwork the bronies have made, and that began to persuade me to join the herd, so I managed to find some great people, imaginative and sensitive enough to express their thoughts about the ponies, and the feelings they have for the characters and story, for me being a brony changed my life for the better, it gave me harmony and has inspired me to make pony art, plus I was connected to fans with heart and mind to love MLP-FiM. 

[~Rainbow Dash~ 4]

Yes, it definitely has. When I first became a pegasister, I became very secluded and withdrawn from others because I thought people would dislike me. Then later, I told my friends. I was lucky! They were bronies too!!!

[Static 27]

MLP has changed my life...but not entirely in a positive way.

 

Leeet's just say that my psychological relationship with My Little Pony is...complicated.

 

I need not go into further details- it gets really personal really fast.

Edited November 24, 2013 by Static

[TheDungeonRoller 3]

I am far less violent and occasionally I actually smile in public.

[SkyDream 315]

A few years ago, I did a bit of intellectual self-exploration, yielding the results "Be as good of a person as you can be, and make as many people happy as you can. Improve yourself as much as possible."

 

The very next week, I started watching the show.

 

Episode after episode after episode had some manner of insights that were highly pertinent to the life goal that had been unearthed for me, validating my spontaneous apparent quest for self-improvement.

 

It seemed as if any time I had a question or issue in my daily life, the next new episode had an answer for it. I wish I had a concrete example to give, but everything is innately intrinsic to the problem at hand, and entirely internal. I'm almost surprised it's so ineffable, but rest assured, it's all very warm.

 

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Because ultimately, some days are devoted to acquiring job skills. Some days are devoted to acquiring an appreciation of humor. Some days are spent on creating an iron shell around yourself to avoid taking damage from insults.

 

Sometimes you have to take a day to increase the wealth of your immortal soul - To allow it to take it experiences, absorb the details, and learn and grow from what it sees. This is nothing that can have words applied to it proper. The feeling will be both ineffable and unmistakable. You can only share it with others by using what you have learned on others.

 

The difference between a good person and an amazing person is that a good person will make everyone wish they could be as good of a person as they are - Whereas an amazing person will make everyone wish they could enrich the lives of others similarly and make the whole world an amazing place for every other amazing person.

 

Anyone can be a good person. But what are you going to do to take the leap and be an amazing person?