What Paul said, Bread. Be supportive mate.Originally Posted by autobreadticon
Turtle, I think you're going through a tough patch, especially given you've mentioned you were just recently laid off. And living where you do, it's definitely harder to get any sort of work out there as opposed to in the city which is rife with all types of jobs as Bruticus alluded to.
I think as a toy collector we will always attract a deal of ridicule. My parents did originally, my relatives when they found out frowned on it. But bottom line is you define yourself by your actions. In other important facets of my life I've been successful and that's what they can't deny and why they can't put me down.
I think in your shoes, you need to ignore your dad and focus on your strengths. Sometimes you can't please everybody and maybe because he's your dad you don't want to disappoint him, but there's only so much you can do.
I don't think you need to sell your TFs. It'll net you about $10K at most. The real issues are perhaps moving out of home, it'll be tough but it'll get you away from him. And I also think a hobby is important. It helps allow you to suspend your mind from everything else that is going on around you.
So yeah, take it easy. Don't let what he says dictate your actions, let your actions speak for yourself.
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