Thanks for the responses
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Originally Posted by Lestat
You say you live with your mom, but does your dad support you in any way? If not, 21 is an adult afaik. And two adults are bound to have some disagreements. He's not the boss of you anymore. The more important question is; do YOU think poker is evil? Just go with that answer.
He is meant to pay half of my University fees, and did last year, but this year he so far hasn't contributed anything (why i paid his half with poker winnings).
I'm completely fine with playing poker, but I do sometimes feel guilty about taking money from others w/out contributing to society. But those feelings are usually quickly assuaged when I look at my bank balance.
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Originally Posted by Gin 'n Tonic
So he's already broken his solemn word to god, and he's going to lecture you about playing poker? Standard.
Ah no, my dad was a raging atheist until he met his new wife who led him to God. This was about 15 years ago (parents divorced almost 20 years ago).
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Originally Posted by la6ki
This. We don't live in the 13th century where parents have chosen the job of their children before they are even born. You are perfectly free to choose your own way of making money according to your views, not your parents' views.
You keeping it a secret from your dad for such a long time was a mistake to begin with. I'd suggest to fix this mistake and the sooner the better.
Yeah for sure I agree, and it kinda feels like my dad is setting a double standard because he always complains that HIS dad forced him into his career which he hates, and he wants me to do what I love; but that obviously precludes a career as a gambler.
fwiw when I finish my degree I may not pursue poker as a career, but I also might like to try it for a while.