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THE iDOLM@STER and your family
TaKai:
My friends think I've gone off the deep end whenever I mention starting a figure collection or buying manga, posters, and the like. My sis isn't helping either cause all she does is spread discussions about my interest in such things to all of her friends. The only time I'm not seen as a weirdo in class is when I raise my hand to answer a (rather easy) Physics or Math question; because when that happens I'm seen as a show-off.
I'm rather hesitant when it comes to buying this stuff now.
SakuraMaxX:
Some of my friends don't understand my interest in anime too much (I've only met one person at school who likes iM@S and he isn't that big into it), but if I have any outward expressions of my interest, they're usually very subtle, like the aniM@S silhouette artwork on my iPad, or the Makoto keyring on my car keys. I'm not the one wearing a ton of anime related t-shirts to school or participating in the anime club (more like brony, yaoi, and Hetalia club) or such.
--- Quote from: Cael K. on February 26, 2012, 09:39:49 pm ---I knew a guy that listened to anime music that was known for driving triple digits on a regular basis. Once he drove through a hurricane like that - and people were with him. Glad I wasn't one of them... O_o
But seriously, people get scared when you drive 80-90 on the highway? It's a straight frickin' line.
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Well starting from about 50 and going to 80-90 in the course of 4 seconds and dodging traffic kinda scares them.
JNiles:
Once you get to the point of moving out of your parents' home, all those issues will go away.
Sometimes it's good to be old.
chikorita157:
--- Quote from: TaKai on February 26, 2012, 02:35:49 pm ---Her mother thinks I'm going through a rough patch and is more worried that I'm more interested in IM@S over games like GTA4 and Skyrim (or any other game with blood, gore, and violence for that matter).
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That is very counterintuitive since I'm not a big fan of violent games and prefer more of the RPGs, platformers and stuff. What's wrong with producing a female idol and all that good stuff when the Producer is susposively a male character. Different culture I suppose, but I definitely prefer it over the rehashes of Call of Duty and stuff.
As for me, my parents don't really care, although I was questioned by my sister on why I wanted the game for Christmas.
Funkies:
--- Quote from: TaKai on February 26, 2012, 10:43:26 pm ---I'm rather hesitant when it comes to buying this stuff now.
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You're surrounded by unsupportive people, but don't let that stop ya from indulging in your interests. It doesn't have to specifically be buying figures, displaying posters, or wearing anime related clothing. Those things are sure nice, but they don't dictate what you can and can't like. What you enjoy isn't dangerous, and social stereotypes are rarely positive (in regards to the "be a man" comment). If they want to push a stereotype on you? Try to express why your individuality (through simple interests in entertainment no less) is important to you. Those interests you hold are far from dangerous, they should respect your appreciation for something unique and harmless.
Stick to your guns, enjoy what you enjoy, and try your best not to worry about detractors. There'll come a time when you won't have to worry, just have some patience. Good luck and stick with it!
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