I think it says more about what might be fueling you, if you opt to disregard your family's concern about it.

But then again, I think your... Nephew, is what he's called, correct?

I think he might see it more symbolically as the reason why you're... As you are. The reason why he gets so worried about you. And why he gets so hostile towards me.

I'm guessing he wouldn't be thrilled to know what you're doing, right now.