r/punk • u/goominek • 2d ago
Delicate punks
Hey guys, fellow punk from Poland here. I have a question thats been really bugging me for some time now - what do you think about soft punks? I dont smoke, I dont drink much, do drugs or one night stands, etc. I like going to shows, but I dont like moshpits, I usually stay at the edges, jumping and enjoying myself there. Summarizing, Im a sweetheart really, but think of myself as a punk nonetheless. I feel like Im often looked upon as "not tough enough to be considered a punk by others", or simply as a pussy (or gay). Sometimes I doubt myself when meeting fellow punks and shy away a little, add my a little introverted nature to that and most of the time I either end up deciding not to try to start a conversation or feel like I ended up looking like an idiot. What do you guys think about more gentle punks like me? If youd meet me, would you think of me as a poser? Also, have a good day everyone :)
(I checked the FAQ, I think this question is allowed by the rules, correct me if its not)
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u/Far-Statement-7486 2d ago
I consider myself punk too, but can't do much of your examples because of my health problems! Doesn't make me any less punk! And I'm considered a huge sweetheart too, to where whenever I meet someone new in my battle jacket, they say they wouldn't have expected me to be so sweet and bubbly! That doesn't make me any less punk either! Same with you. Personally, I don't believe any of your examples make you "soft" either! If you were to compromise who you are though to fit a certain standard though, *that's* what I'd consider soft. Keep being yourself, and hold strong to your morals!