i want to be an actress, but nobody supports me Options

[wishonthestars]

I've always wanted to be an actress. I could care less about the fame and fortune, just doing something that is enjoyable and lets you express emotions in someone elses shoes. But the problem is, my family doesn't think I can do it. I'm scared to confront them and tell them that this is what I want to do because I know in the end they'll end up saying I can't make it. I've held on to this dream for years (mind you im only 13) and even though they bring me down I keep coming back for it. My mother has seen me act and even admits that I'm exceptional. When I was younger I used to always roleplay on neopets boards (I still do) and do make up plays with my brother and sister. After all this determination, I'm still shot down by my family. I think that they may be trying to help me instead of hurt me but they have to understand I will not give up. I tell them this but nothing works.

Do you think the problem is within me? Advice please.
And don't be harsh, I'll understand without rude comments.

[misoshiru]

i agree with kiera. you should definately sit down and talk with your parents about this and all you can hope is that they'll at least leave you alone about it and accept that this is your dream...for now at least.

it's true that you might change your ambitions as you grow up. but i think what they have in mind right now that, aiming for the movie business is a very very difficult career. out of all those who try to get into the entertainment business, few make it out big. i think that's why they're so "against" you heading towards an acting career because, to simply say it, it's not stable.

but if that's what you reallyreally want, tell them, and how you feel about their antagonism towards you and your dreams. i think all you can really hope for, is to accept this as a fact. best of luck to you.