Ever felt like a square peg in a round hole? Meet our hero (25M), the lone artist in a family of Ivy League-educated scientists and mathematicians. While his family members are busy cracking codes and solving equations, he’s been busy creating art and writing literature. But what happens when the black sheep decides to stand up and be counted? Let’s dive into this emotionally charged tale that’s got everyone talking.
A Family of Brainiacs
The Odd One Out
The Struggle of Being Different
A Glimpse of Freedom ️
The Cold Shoulder ❄️
The Breaking Point
The Confrontation ️
The Final Straw
The Aftermath ️
The Guilt Trip
The Question
The Update
A Tale of Art, Science, and Family Drama: Who’s the Real A**hole Here?
In a family where equations and formulas reign supreme, our hero, a passionate artist, finds himself at odds with his kin. Despite his struggles, he carves out a successful path in literature and art, only to be met with dismissive attitudes and cold shoulders. The tension reaches a boiling point at a New Year’s party, leading to a heated confrontation and a dramatic exit. Now, he’s left questioning his actions and wondering if he’s the real a**hole. What do you think? Let’s see what the internet has to say about this situation… ️♀️
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NTA – Overcoming academic family pressure, pursuing artistic dreams, and finding happiness
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Huge congrats on the publishing deal! NTA, set boundaries.
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“Childish” is just a cover for a**hole parents. NTA.
Family dynamics and trauma: a heartbreaking tale of rejection and resilience
NTA. Apologize for yelling, explain your side, congrats on book deal!
Block the haters and focus on your success!
NTA Embrace your unique talents and find support elsewhere
NTA! Intelligence comes in many forms, your family missed out.
NTA. Celebrating success despite family’s narrow definition. Congrats!
“NTA. Your father is using ‘childish’ to mean ‘deviating from your assigned role in this family system.’ Put them behind you. CONGRATULATIONS ON THE BOOK DEAL! That’s huge!!!”
NTA. Making amends without condescension can be challenging
“Humiliating prestigious scientists? NTA! Kick them to the curb!”
NTA: Overcoming adversity and proving them wrong.
NTA. Celebrate your achievements and give them one more chance!
NTA, use interviews to highlight lack of family support.
NTA. Pursue your dreams and be proud of your achievements!
Cutting ties with family? NTA, sometimes it’s necessary for peace
NTA! Overcoming family judgment to pursue artistic passion
Cut contact until they apologize for being insufferable bastards.
Cut ties with toxic family and live your best life
Exciting novel coming soon! Can’t wait to read it!
Standing up for yourself and setting boundaries. NTA
NTA! Don’t let them shit on your successes, OP. Do what makes you happier
NTA. Drama detox: wait 6 months, then decide on relationship
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Embarrassed by own behavior? Definitely not the a**hole!
