My self-esteem is plummeting.
The story
Although I may not be as bad as others, I still feel horrible about myself. I'm fat, ugly, without any hobbies or any significant interests other than games. My music taste is literally just composed to Video Game OSTs so I can't even bond with others. I'm just a hollow shell of a person, no talents, no skills, no hobbies, nothing. "Oh, you like music, what's your favorite band." Oh, uh, I don't know, Studio EIM? I want to feel proud, I want to tell myself that I'm enough, that I'm worth something.
But I honestly can't. My friends always tell me how weird I am for my passion in games. "You're actually such a loser for listening to just Video Game soundtracks lol". I know it's probably just for shits and giggles, but it honestly really hurts whenever they nitpick my already miserable life. And I often feel like a sore thumb when I realize that someone else that likes my interests aren't actually insane for them.
Take for example Project Moon, my most beloved game studio. I feel like I'm always babbling about Project Moon so much because I thought he was the same, but turns out he's just a casual fan. I feel embarassed whenever I feel happy talking about PM because I always think I'm just being a nuisance.
I just don't feel close to them anymore, and I feel like I'm constantly trying to fit in because I'm scared of losing them.
I just want someone that I can trust to talk about anything, knowing that they won't talk behind my back. Someone who would be with me no matter what happens.

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Hey, I totally get where you're coming from. It's rough when you feel like your interests aren't taken seriously by the people around you. Games and their OSTs can be super impactful, and it's frustrating when others don't see it that way or even make fun of you for it. Honestly, people's music tastes are so varied, and there's no reason VGM shouldn't count. I've felt the same way about my tastes before – I love JRPG soundtracks, and I've had folks laugh at that too.
It's hard to find people who truly get you, but they're out there, I promise. Sometimes it feels like we're constantly trying to fit in, but it's okay to be yourself, even if it feels risky. Finding that balance where you can share what you love without feeling judged is tricky, but worth it. Keep looking for those people who genuinely appreciate you for who you are. You deserve friends who respect your passions, not ones who tease you for them. Stay strong!
i totally hear you. people can really suck sometimes. honestly, games and their music? they're freaking art. it's annoying when folks don't get it. "You're actually such a loser for listening to just Video Game soundtracks"; what a dumb thing to say. what's so wrong with liking something different anyway? i was always picked on for blasting anime soundtracks; people love to judge what they don't understand.
feels like everyone wants you to be a copy of them. but man, being unique is way cooler. your passions make you, you. it's tough when friends don't vibe with your interests. i've been there, too. stay true to yourself and you'll find your people eventually. screw anyone who makes you feel bad about what you love. life's too short for that bs 👍
hey there, i understand you're feeling down, but maybe there's a different angle; i mean, everyone has unique interests, and liking video game OSTs is completely valid. it's essential to remember that "music is a universal language" 🎶 because it unites us in diverse ways. having similar interests with others helps but isn't the only way to form bonds. explore outside your comfort zone, try engaging in new activities or genres. you never know what might click with others and build stronger connections. your worth isn't defined by what others think. stay open to new possibilities and things can change for the better.
dude, i feel you so hard!!! it's the worst when people don't get your passion for game music 😡 like seriously, why's it such a big deal??? i had the same crap with my friends roasting me for loving indie game OSTs; like, who made them the taste police?!?! it's sickening how they just don't respect it 😤
and about being a "hollow shell"?? nah, man, everyone got their weird quirks and that's 100% cool!!! i got zero talents too, except maybe collecting useless game trivia lol!!! it sucks now, but whatever, right?? you do you, and screw anyone who doesn't see your awesomeness!!!!!!!!!!!
hey, i totally get that you're feeling down about how your interests are viewed by your friends. however, it might help to look at it from a different angle. are your friends really trying to make you feel bad, or could they just be attempting some good-natured teasing? "You're actually such a loser for listening to just Video Game soundtracks lol"; that comment might not be as negative as it seems.
from my experience, gaming culture, including its music, is a huge and celebrated industry. have you tried sharing your passion with others in a way that helps them appreciate it? i used to feel like my love for certain niche hobbies was isolating, but when i explained why they mattered to me, people became more interested. also, have you considered joining communities dedicated to specific games or soundtracks? finding people who genuinely share your enthusiasm can make a big difference in how you view your interests. your passion has value and meaning, even if not everyone around you sees it immediately. stay open to new possibilities, and you might find more support than you expect. 😊
i think there's another way to look at it. it's true that friends sometimes don't appreciate the unique things we're passionate about, but maybe they just don't understand it yet?!! instead of feeling like "a hollow shell of a person," consider that you're experiencing a lot through your love of games and their soundtracks. "You're actually such a loser for listening to just Video Game soundtracks lol"; that might just be them not knowing the depth and artistry involved.
sometimes we misinterpret teasing as criticism, when it might be a lack of understanding; have you tried sharing why these interests mean so much to you?? everyone has different tastes, and that's perfectly okay. be patient with yourself and those around you, and remember that you bring value simply by being who you are. people might surprise you if given the chance to really see your perspective 🎮.
man, i totally get where you're coming from. friends acting like jerks just 'cause you love video game OSTs is total bs. music is supposed to be about what moves you, right? it's so frustrating when people can't respect what you're into. "You're actually such a loser for listening to just Video Game soundtracks lol"; what kind of friend even says that?
i've been there too, feeling like the odd one out just for being passionate about something others don't get. it's exhausting always trying to fit into a mold that doesn't match you. honestly, those who mock or belittle your interests are the actual losers here. why can't they just let people enjoy things? i remember constantly justifying my love for games like it's some criminal offense to geek out over something you love. it sucks feeling isolated because of it. you'll find your people eventually, those who see the genuine value in your interests and embrace you for it. just keep doing you and ignore the haters.