Wondering what makes a techie (Score 1)

I just read through the entire length of responses. I'm wondering what it really takes to be a "techie". Yes, I have a love for computers and I am currently a junior undergrad attempting to receive a CS degree. I love architechture and "building" my own computers (if that means buying parts and a case and screwing it together). But then again, is the fact that I'm here trying to "learn" what it takes to become a techie nullify any chance I truly have. Is a techie someone that doesn't need to "learn" how to become a techie, but just has it in their blood? My brother is a sysadmin for lockheed martin and I guess I've always looked up to him. He loved computers since he was 13 and never had to "worry" about becoming a true techie, he always had it in him. I, on the other hand, always feel inferior to him and therefore sometimes doubt my abilities and end up asking him for help on issues. Is this an inextricable condition that I will always hold inside of me, disabling me from becoming the true "fearless" techie that I wish to be. I am anxious to hear thoughts from some of you. Thanks.