My interpretation of the world is that it's really just a derivative of the people's perception that walk it. I feel that during our perceptions are most influenced during our adolescence to some degree (nurture) and there is a nature element as well.
This interpretation has made me extremely grateful for my parents and family because I have a really good support system around me in that regard, but I can't say the same for some for my peers growing up. I was raised to be humble and respectful towards others, but unfortunately that way of living came with consequences as others took advantage of my "pushover" demeanor. In particular, some of my "closest" group of friends in high school; early college years consisted of really insecure and toxic guys who took out their insecurities on me because I wasn't very confrontational. My relationship with these select people pretty much defined toxic. I was pretty much always ridiculed for having other friendships and they resented me being confident and achieving success. Looking back they were somewhat miserable and wanted the company I guess. I have since cut ties with these peers (we remain in touch, but are not as close) over the years and have been able to achieve some material success thus far. It's sad also because these guys I refer to are all underachievers who allowed their insecurities to hold them back from achieving more.
My issue is what is the most beneficial way for me to perceive my experience with these guys? I want to be able to develop a thought pattern (perception) that overrides the intrusive thoughts these peers tried to plant in my head over the years.
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