I am more interested in fantasy than real things, I see it as one of my better traits

I've told my dad about LDing, I knew he would find it interesting. I haven't mentioned it to my mom, I know she would have a reaction like your friends & family did.

Life is a long story of "normal" people trying to pidgeonhole you out of your unusual traits and pursuits, it's a very universal experience. Trying to get the "normal" people to be more open-minded tends to be a wasted effort. I've tried and long since given up. Just remember that only you know who you are and what's best for yourself, others can only take wild shots in the dark, which most are more than eager to do...