NEXTGOJIRAKING93 - Oh, sweetie; I'm so sorry you've recieved such negative feedback from your brother. Our family's opinions of us are the ones we care for most, and it certainly isn't easy to have a sibling whom is antogonistic toward our hobbies. Bear this in mind: when someone is openly negative about something, one of three things (or perhaps all) are at work in the situation. A)They don' uinderstand what's in question. B) They're afraid of it to some degree. Or C) They believe it falls outside of what is an acceptible norm. As a journalist, I see these situations arise time and again in a vast array of instances - from politics to agriculture. In the end, after all that I've seen regarding such reactions, I've come to a conclusion that easily sums it up: we are all at the whim of society, yet we are the first and last authorities in our lives. The only way something as simple and opinion can hurt you is if you give it the power to. There is no doubt that words can be extremely painful, however if you choose not to let them bring about negative emotions in you, then you've robbed them of their power. I know it's far easier said than done, but, the next time your brother begins to mock your hobbies and interests, simply say "That's nice" and go about your business as if nothing happened. By doing this, you've robbed him of any fire he can throw at you because you've shown that you're not interested in what he has to say - just as he's not interested in your hobby. The door swings both ways - and sometimes the back-swing has more momentum than the initial push. ;)
I certainly hope this helps to at least bring you peace of mind. Regardless, always remember to keep your chin up and walk proudly. You are the deciding factor in all things concerning your life; if you like Godzilla, who's to say that's unacceptible or stupid? After all, Godzilla is the most well-known and loved monster in the entire world! That definately counts for something! Thus, by direct extension, so do you. :)
