1. Never be ashamed to be passionate.
2. Because it's great to allow yourself to love stuff!
3. Fandom friends are the best insulation from haters.
4. Because you have the same priorities.
5. If without a fandom posse, just repeat this mantra.
6. Know you're in good company.
7. And they get you.
8. Embarrassment is for other people.
9. But enthusiasm is required.
10. Everyone has a fandom, even if they don't know it.
11. Remember Wheaton's rule: "Don't be a dick."
12. And know that in the end...
