I realize I will get some childish answers, but curious to hear what the respectable people have to say about this.

I recently told some of my friends and family my success with predicting winners and grinding out profits in the long term. They have all shot me down as if I'm breaking the law and doing a horrible thing especially after Tim's speech on 60 minutes. Is it really not acceptable to tell others about your successful gambling( or so far ) career? Should I just never tell people about this part of my life anymore.

Do I lie and tell them I'm cutting back? I'm at the point where I'd rather just not tell anyone anymore and keep it to myself.