Do I get teased for my occupation? Yes. In fact, almost everyday. Granted, the majority of people are just having fun with some good natured teasing, but I do have to deal with the occasional jerk who thinks I believe that I'm better than them somehow.
I am an herbalist. I'm not a doctor, a mad scientist, (although that would be really cool you have to admit) or even someone with a formal education above a high school level. I've never been to college simply because college wouldn't necessarily help me in my field of work. Sure, I could major in human anatomy or read more... http://jaketrust..com/2014/01/the-difference-between-herbalists-and.html