How to explain to parents...

[Trixies Apprentice L 493]

My sister told my mother when she caught me watching but she was counter trolled because my mother said so what it's no bad it's just a cartoon(which they are pretty used o seeing me watching since I watch anime)My dad has seen me in the forum and watching and didnt say anything so yea If they dont ask for details(which the wont since they dont even use the internet) I have no reason to do so

I suggest you dont bring it up until asked

[SpiceandSword 10]

Well, I brought it up at Holiday World to my mother. First I explained what it was, then I said I was one...

 

After I explained how my barn door didn't swing that way for about an hour, I showed her some videos on my phone. She bought me a brushable Pinkie Pie last Christmas for my trouble.

[Applesmack & Brandy 121]

I just flat out told almost everyone I know, my mom got curious as why all of us older guys/gals liked it so much and wanted to see something from the show, I showed her "Fluttershy kills a bear" and she dont think I was so weird anymore.

Just past weekend I went to a BB-Q wearing my Derpy shirt to purposely get made fun of (cause I think its fun myself) and showed them all the Applejack blind bag figure I had with me. Its better to go ahead and be brave about it, then waiting and getting found out and not be prepared to explain!

[Akemi Homura 7,681]

My mom looked at the show (I was watching it on youtube through my PS3) and immediately liked it...

 

My dad doesn't really care.

[Smokin'HotRarity 182]

Other : You don't need to explain yourself to anyone

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[ASpark 49]

Show them the fanbase, popularity, and age group.

 

If they're skeptical, just show them that part in Lesson Zero (season 2 episode 3) where Fluttershy wrestles a bear.

[Fox 5,331]

I DONT EVEN CARE IF MY MOM DOESN"T LIKE IT BECAUSE PONIES ARE AWESOME!

[I_wesley125 393]

"Mom, Dad, I'm gay"

"What?!"

"Just kidding, I'm a brony."

[FIMChangedmylife72 59]

I showed it to them. My father now is a Brony. I am not kidding.

[Twi Rubix 726]

I showed it to them. My father now is a Brony. I am not kidding.

 

Nice!

 

Thanks for the suggestions, guys. I think I'm gonna tell them how popular the show is, and if necessary, show proof of said show. Also gonna have my Brony friend back me up.

[FIMChangedmylife72 59]

Nice!

 

Thanks for the suggestions, guys. I think I'm gonna tell them how popular the show is, and if necessary, show proof of said show. Also gonna have my Brony friend back me up.

 

Nice!

 

Thanks for the suggestions, guys. I think I'm gonna tell them how popular the show is, and if necessary, show proof of said show. Also gonna have my Brony friend back me up.

 

You can ask me for a backup. I can even tell them that my fathers Ipod touch has applejack in it.

[Arkane 270]

Other:

 

show them the impact of what the show has done to the lives of other people. how it changed them, how it helped them overcome, how those who watched it spread love and stuff.

[Scootaloo Is Best Filly 578]

I just told them about it. As usual they just think it's some show for little girls. I think Will Smith was right, Some parents just don't understand. At this point I just stopped caring. I don't need my parent's blessing to like this show. I like what I like, they like what they like. PERIOD!

[XXVYNIKK 145]

Tell your parents the differnt from mlp fim from a regular kids show, like THOSE STUPID SEAWHORES KIDS.

[ffffff 50]

My parents don't know, and I make every effort to disguise it.

I wipe google chrome's memory after every time I go on these forums.

[autumnalone 21]

I personally didn't have much trouble telling my parents; hey, it's just a TV show after all. Perhaps you're outside of the originally intended demographic, but that shouldn't have to matter!

 

Of course, it might have been easier for me due to my gender, but I do get the feeling that the larger a deal you make out of the "secret" of being a brony, the more awkward it may become when you do want to share your affinity for this awesome cartoon with others. Depending on the sort of people your parents are, even a "Yo, I never expected it, but this TV show is hilarious and now I'm addicted!" could be an easy way of letting them know.

 

In short: I don't personally believe that being a brony is something that needs to be explained. You also might be better off sharing what you like about the show in your own words (or letting the show speak for yourself) rather than pointing to the way other people on the Internet express their enjoyment of FiM. I know fanart and fanfiction do tend to weird some folks out (beats me as to why, though), so you might want to keep it to the raw material and your interpretation of it for now.

 

Just my two bits. Good luck!

[MrMeep 264]

When telling parents, remember that the high chances are that it will be the first time they are introduced to the concept of Bronies, and most likely internet fandoms in general. Their first impressions will be everything, so asking if you can "Have a private word" or saying "You have something to tell them" implies to them that you want to say something negative. If you feel shy talking about it then that will rub off on them.

 

Firstly, is there really a reason to specifically tell them? Did you go to your parents to 'confess' per say that you enjoyed fishing as an example? or did they just see that you liked fishing and caught on to it from there. Personally I just do what makes me happy and sometimes my parents oversee what I do, and I'll happily answer their questions, saying "Oh yeah this is just a community around a new My Little Pony show, seems a bit odd, but it's actually quite an enjoyable show!" They just giggle and say fair enough, but I appreciate that everyone's parents are different so how people react will differ.

 

But in general just be open and happy about it, you've got nothing to 'confess', just focus on enjoying the show and if your parents ask anything just answer openly

 

Conclusion

 

Don't act like there is something to confess, just enjoy your pastime, don't be shy about it and answer questions honestly and openly when prompted ^^

[Guest]

I have this problem as well, only 3 people know. i have no idea how to tell it to my friends at all....

[Josh 108]

If you do tell them. I wouldn't really care what they thought of it. They might catch a few peaks at it when they see you watching it etc but I wouldn't worry too much if they do find out.

[Lillia 69]

All of the above.

[Jokuc 8,174]

- Mom, dad?

- Yes?

- I love the new "my little pony friendship is magic" show. I know it's for little girls but it's soooo good and it reminds me of when I was little.

- Awwww! :3

*Instant happiness*

[/mlp/ 106]

Tell them what a brony is and then slowly start introducing the show to them (maybe have them catching you seeing it)

after a few times just say you like the show. Its nothing big really my parents don't really care what i watch.

[chef sanders 101]

My parents found out indirectly. I bought a shirt at Hot Topic and the clerk and I were talking about the show in front of my dad, who gave me The Stare the whole time. He's chill about it now, even willing to give the show a look at.

[Arashi Takamine 123]

Using someone's idea for an excuse to finally retire my CR-SO1 background for a bit. Now I got Rainbow Dash (best pony)

[Paleopony 708]

I know this is an old topic but I'm giving my two cents anyway. First, don't act like you're converting to a different religion or something like that. If you make it sound like a big deal it will be a big deal to your parents. Second, be confident. If you don't think it's wrong that you like My Little Pony, you should not act like it's wrong. Third, if they don't ask, don't tell. If you let your true fandom out too early, they might feel weirded out or get annoyed. Fourth, bring it up when it's appropriate. Don't suddenly say, "Hey, I'm a brony! I watch My Little Pony!" out of nowhere in an unrelated conversation. Fifth, Don't force them to watch the show. If they're curious enough, they will give it a chance. If they don't want to watch it, they don't have to. Sixth, if you really want your parents to know leave out merch or change your laptop wallpaper to something MLP related. That way, your parents will walk in your room and see your pony stuff and become curious about it. Seven, expect to be laughed at. Face it, it is funny that a teenaged or adult male would like a show about cute colorful female ponies with cute little markings on their butts that like to go on adventures and talk about friendship. It might help if you joke about it and laugh with your parents. Use the element of laughter, it's there for a reason.