Quote : If you can't measure up against people who care about you, you don't stand a chance against people who don't

Background:


I was discussing with my friend, Yannis, about my little emotional journey over the weekend since he was quite concerned and knew about it.
We chat about politics a lot because he is from Greece.
The above quote is a slightly reworded version of this line when finishing up the conversation.


It was pertaining to "the incident", dubbed as a symbolic effort to walk away from it.
While I was not a competitor in the incident, I tried to state valid points and ideas for fun.
I pointed out flaws while admitting that my views come from equally incomplete information.
The lack of rebuttal shows was unassuring but if arguments are kept logical, all is fine.
However, when one cuts off communication in a losing debate, what is the trophy for then?
The fact that the reasons don't tally makes it so much harder to accept.


What inspired this quote is that throughout the incident, I did not hold a single intent to hurt.
That showed how non existent my defense is.
Even now, it is not up.
I wonder what can inspire one to focus so much on winning without deploying the right strategies and surrounding oneself with the right people. 


It is a harsh world out there and we should help each other to survive, not bite each other.
This quote was simply an extension to a view where, like raising a child, we pamper them as much as we provide them the most realistic view of life without shocking it.
So, when you have good friends who point out your mistakes, it is a good sign.
I am still learning how to take criticism in public, but I have learnt to reason in public.
I guess my only problem is derogatory comments in public that hold little truth.
Fortunately, I have a lot of friends that will offer their hand to help me learn.


I am an eternal student of the world.
I will continue learning.