Meet our protagonist, a 25-year-old man, the lone artist in a family of Ivy League-educated STEM geniuses. His life has been a constant struggle for acceptance and understanding, living in the shadows of his parents and five siblings, all doctors, scientists, and mathematicians. His interests in art and literature were dismissed as worthless, and he was forced into an academic world that wasn't his own. But things took a turn when he moved out at 18, found his calling in art, and even scored a publishing deal for his fantasy novel. However, his family's dismissive attitude persisted, sparking a dramatic confrontation at a New Year's party. Let's delve into his story... 🎭📚
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The Lone Artist in a STEM Dynasty 🎨🔬
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Growing Up as the Black Sheep 🐑
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The Struggle with Academics 📚
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Finding His Own Path 🛤️
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The Family's Dismissal 😒
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The STEM Barrier 🧪
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The Constant Criticism 😔
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A Big Break Dismissed 📖
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The Confrontation 🤬
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The Outburst 💥
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The Aftermath 📱
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The Guilt and Uncertainty 😕
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A Misunderstood Artist's Quest for Acceptance 🎨💔
Our protagonist, the Misunderstood Artist, has been living a life of dismissal and misunderstanding in a family of STEM geniuses. Despite his struggles, he found his path in art and even secured a publishing deal for his fantasy novel. However, his family's dismissive attitude led to a dramatic confrontation at a New Year's party. Now, he's left questioning his actions and dealing with the guilt of potentially embarrassing his family. Let's see how the world reacts to this emotional rollercoaster... 🌍💬
NTA — Snapping after years of disrespect; book deal vs PhD.
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🎉 Huge congrats on the publishing deal! NTA, you deserve it!
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"Childish" is a**hole parent code for not bowing to authority 😠
Hazel2468 | Hazel2468
Family dismissal and reconciliation: A painful journey to self-discovery 💔
Admirable-Emu-9628 | Admirable-Emu-9628
NTA. Frustration boiled over at a party. Apologize, explain, congrats! 👏
shelhunter | shelhunter
Block the haters and focus on your successful life 👊
BriefHorror | BriefHorror
"NTA. Embrace your unique talents and find your own happiness! 👏🏻"
Complete-Turnip-9150 | Complete-Turnip-9150
"NTA - Different types of intelligence are often misunderstood and undervalued."
Gpeachy421 | Gpeachy421
NTA! Celebrating a publishing deal despite unsupportive family. Congrats! 🎉
Pure-Appearance9474 | Pure-Appearance9474
NTA. Overcoming dismissal from family, embracing success. 🎉
jennyislander | jennyislander
Reaching out for forgiveness but met with harsh rejection 😔
Voidg | Voidg
"Humiliating prestigious family in competitive fields? Good. NTA. 👏"
justputonashirt | justputonashirt
Overcoming dismissal and reclaiming your triumph. You're not the a**hole! 💪
ReviewOk929 | ReviewOk929
"NTA: Overcoming dismissal from family, celebrating publishing deal 🎉"
Tdluxon | Tdluxon
NTA, use interviews to expose lack of family support 😠
sharp-Yarn | sharp-Yarn
NTA. Overcoming dismissal, finding success, and supportive teacher. 👏
animeaddict75 | animeaddict75
Family dismissal of passion, triumphed through book. Go NC! 👏
AH_Raccoon | AH_Raccoon
Breaking point reached. Cut contact if needed. You're not alone. 🙏
figuringthingsout__ | figuringthingsout__
Cut ties with toxic family, focus on your own success 💪
1962Michael | 1962Michael
Stand your ground and cut toxic family ties. You deserve better 👏
sumtingswong | sumtingswong
Excited for the novel! Can't wait to read it! 📚
Aviaer21 | Aviaer21
Overcoming dismissal and finding happiness amidst family judgment. 🙌
Springloll | Springloll
Embarrassed in front of friends? Definitely not the a**hole! 😎
Allthelostcauses | Allthelostcauses
NTA. Detox from their drama and reevaluate your relationship in June 👌
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Understanding the frustration of being dismissed. NTA 👏
ShotPsychology9554 | ShotPsychology9554
Don't let them dismiss you, you're NTA! 👏
Tulipsarered | Tulipsarered
NTA. Your family are colossal a**holes. Talking about nothing but STEM subjects sounds insufferable. Congrats on your book deal! 🎉
mycatisanudist | mycatisanudist
NTA - STEM folk: DND, Star Wars, or extreme outdoorsy? 🤔
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Embrace your uniqueness and be proud of who you are! 💪
Fresh_Visual2198 | Fresh_Visual2198
Standing up for yourself after years of being put down. 👊
No_Marionberry9692 | No_Marionberry9692
Cut them off. Toxicity breeds negativity. 👌
Dimerella | Dimerella
Skeptical reader calls out article as fake. 🤔
definitelyasatanist | definitelyasatanist
Congrats on the book deal! STEM people can love fantasy 📚
Wolf_Reader | Wolf_Reader
Congrats on the novel! 🎉 Focus on your happiness, not elitism.
CrimsonKnight_004 | CrimsonKnight_004
Congrats on the publishing deal! 🎉 Emotional intelligence > cleverness. 🧠
LCxPixel | LCxPixel
"Some people are impossible to please. Don't waste your energy."
Bored2340 | Bored2340
No apologies needed. They got what they deserved. NTA 👏
anaisaknits | anaisaknits
NTA: Thriving despite family dismissal. Celebrate your success! 🎉
Unit-00 | Unit-00
Breaking point reached: NTA, everyone has their limits. 😬
Lookingforadvice1987 | Lookingforadvice1987
Cut ties with rude family members, focus on your success! 👏
glom4ever | glom4ever
Congrats on your publishing deal! Don't let them bring you down. 💪
TheJerseyHyena | TheJerseyHyena
Cut off toxic family, find your own celebration! 🎉
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NTA. Have a drink with them and make them listen 🤷♀️
letdogsvote | letdogsvote
Skeptical of cousin's genius thesis? Did everyone really clap? 🤔
Sufficient-Dinner-27 | Sufficient-Dinner-27
Congrats on your book! 🎉
Miserable-Living9569 | Miserable-Living9569
"Yeah, you're an a**hole. But you'll never see the thousands of ways that you are." 😬
Atschmid | Atschmid
You go, NTA! Keep shining amidst the dismissal 👏
AJM_Reseller | AJM_Reseller
Supportive comment celebrates book deal with excitement and joy! 🎉
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🎉 NTA! Congrats on the publishing deal! Embrace your gifts! 📚
Whatever-and-breathe | Whatever-and-breathe
🎉 Congrats on selling your novel! Your family are jerks. Cut them off. They don't deserve you. 📚
VexBoxx | VexBoxx
Congrats on the publishing deal! Stick it to them in your book 📚
mycatsitslikeppl | mycatsitslikeppl
Mathematical manipulation for book sales? Genius move! 📚📈
unlovelyladybartleby | unlovelyladybartleby
Congrats on the book deal! 🎉 That's an amazing achievement!
Ginger3950 | Ginger3950
Speaking your truth is important. Don't let others bring you down. 👏
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Congrats on the book deal! 🎉 NTA, family's messed up!
macfarlanyte | macfarlanyte
Congrats on the book deal! Share the title and release date! 👏
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Family dismisses OP's achievements, but they prove them wrong! 🎉
dragonsfriend-9271 | dragonsfriend-9271
Overcoming judgment and pursuing passions. NTA, be proud! 💪
Livetorun123 | Livetorun123
Triumphing over dismissal: NTA stands up to family's unfair expectations 👏
Howling2021 | Howling2021
Embrace your talents! 🎨✍️ Don't let anyone dismiss your achievements. #NTA
BeckyBoo1961 | BeckyBoo1961
NTA. Embrace your choices, find validation within, and stay passionate 👏
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Triumph over dismissive academia: Building a great life without them! 🎉
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