Don't worry about your friends/family. If you treat them with respect and are calm when you state that you appreciate their concern but that this is the approach you are taking, then they will respect you and if they are friends then they will support you.
TwinDad Me 39, W 36, M 11 W - MLC, WAW???? 2 Kids B/G 3 YRS Old Start of the Long and Bumpy Road..... On the verge of piecing.....a new beginning