Becoming a brony has actually helped me more than (and I hate to say it) going to youth on Wednesdays. In youth groups, if you don't fit in, then nobody talks to you. (except for the hyperactive fakers and maybe the pastor if he even notices you) Through the show I actually became happy with myself and learned that no matter how weird you are, a friend will stick with you through thick and thin. I'm a little curious to hear other's stories. btw not stereotyping against church goers, but from my experience a lot of "Christians" don't know how to treat other people, especially new people.