Hey stem, welcome to the SBG site. Sounds like you are definitely on the right track.
It's ok to do what feels right for you, bro.
Once you stand tall and proud, people will realize that this is how you choose to live.
It's all about choice, your choice, and if you hold the resolve, in time those who are negative will realize this.
Stand your ground for thirty days at least, brudda. I do have a feeling that you won't need that many days to come to a conclusion though.
Good luck and keep us posted on your "slydom".
Joe