How do you balance having a nerdy/gamer partner when your friends or family just don't get it?
Hey everyone. I'm in my early 30s and living with my partner. We both love gaming, from cozy games like Stardew Valley to anime and occasional mobile otome games, and it's a huge part of how we unwind together.
Lately, though, I've been feeling a bit alienated when talking to friends or older family members about our lifestyle. To them, adults spending hours gaming or getting excited about anime releases is still seen as "immature" or just a phase we should have grown out of by now. My partner totally gets it, but sometimes it feels exhausting trying to explain that this is just our version of watching prestige TV or reading books
For those of you with niche hobbies, gaming, or geeky interests in your 30s: how do you deal with subtle (or not-so-subtle) judgment from people around you? Do you just stop sharing that part of your life with them, or is there a good way to frame it so they understand it's just a normal, healthy outlet?