Parents think I'm crazy

[telephonefelix]

I told my parents about my tulpa. I even showed them a website explaining what a tulpa is and how it's not a bad thing, but I can tell that they are NOT happy, what should I do?

[MadMax]

May I ask your age?

[Slipper]

   I was in a similar spot about 10 years ago; told my parents and friends at school about the "alters" I had. My parents chalked it up to me being lonely at school and home, barely mentioning it again after a few long talks. Friends teased me for a few months, with a couple of them bringing it up every now and again but less maliciously. 

 

   Your best bet is to tone it down, let them think it is/was a phase. In a few months act embarrassed about it, try to change the topic. Talk about it in past tense after a while. I'm not sure what website you showed them, but I would be careful about posting there if you think your parents may check it out.

 

   And in the future, keep it on the downlow. I know incorporating your tulpa into your daily life sounds fun and is exciting, but it will at best be a letdown and at worst result in serious backlash. I'm sorry this happened, as I relate a lot to your position. You'll get through it and things will get back to normal if you don't double down on this.