So You Think You Can Drag

TMF Jeff · Jun 12, 2009

In some ways, if it's just a little nagging feeling, then you probably never do; we all need validation from our peers.

You don't seem to be suffering from any lack of confidence that I've seen. I'd say, just ride it out, it will pass soon. 😎

KrazieDog · Jun 12, 2009

You know those moments. When you think of all the friends you've made in your life, and can't help but think that they just put up with you, 'cos they can't think of a way to get rid of you.

I think some people do that. But are they really friends , or just selfish people who are moving on to the next shiny thing? I honestly think it's just part of growing up. There was a time we all think like that, and at point I just got it, that I need to love me and the rest will fall into place regardless of others approval.

You'll be just fine you crazy fire eating, machete juggling, Jeff Goldbloom look alike you.

chicago · Jun 12, 2009

Honestly, you have to remind yourself of the good qualities you have and the accomplishments you've made.

My confidence in just the past three years has probably tripled. There are a lot of things I'm not pleased with. I've gained some weight since high school and can't seem to lose that last single size that I'd like to. I'm not in school. And at times I feel like I'm stuck in a rut.

But I remember the hardships I've gotten through, the people I've helped, and the good characteristics and talents that I possess.

Honestly, it's not hard to get rid of a person. Your friends aren't keeping you around because they can't figure out how to get rid of you. There's really not much to figure out. So they stick around because you have value. And that's something that's taken me a long time to realize for myself.

There are of course times where your confidence wanes, but it never usually lasts me more than a day.

I really don't even know you that well, and I gotta say, there's no reason for you to have a lack of confidence, even temporarily. I mean, you throw around balls of fire and shit God of War style. That right there should give you all the confidence in the world.

Skipadeedoodah · Jun 14, 2009

Well I, for one, do only put up with you cause I can't think of a way to get rid of you. The fact that you brought it up has now made me feel kinda awkward....

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okay I'm just kidding ily and you're amazing :pounce:

I'm sure that this is just part of growing up, and will pass rather quickly. You're at a spot in your life at the moment that you're not entirely thrilled with. When that happens it's easy for it to lead to these kinds of feelings. My advice, ride it out 🙂 You'll be just fine :bubbleheart:

venray · Jun 17, 2009

Ah but we all need that reassurance every now and again no matter how confident we become..

Tis our humble side that keeps us from becoming major arses...