Question

I have a 16-year-old son who is a closet Brony. How do I best approach that situation?

Garrett Top Answerer

The first thing you should do is make it clear to your son that being a Brony is not something to be ashamed of. Tell him that you have no qualms with him watching the show; many boys who found themselves hiding their enjoyment of MLP did so because they believed that it would negatively affect their perceived masculinity, or even your entire view of them. Maybe offer to watch it with him to get on the same level. You may or may not like it, but at least make an effort to show that you take his situation seriously. In the end, your son must decide how best to handle his likes and hobbies, but being encouraging about it will make it much easier for him.