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Choose Your Friends Wisely: Avoid Those Who Fuel Anger and Fear


In life, we all meet different kinds of people. Some make us feel happy and positive, while others might not have the best influence on us. It's important to remember that we have the power to choose who we spend our time with. As we grow and learn, we should be cautious about the people we allow into our lives. Let's talk about why it's important to avoid those who feed our anger, fan our fears, and justify our character defects.


**1. Anger Eaters**

Have you ever met someone who seems to enjoy making you angry? These people might say mean things, tease you, or push your buttons on purpose. It's like they want to see you mad! But guess what? Getting angry doesn't make us feel good. It can ruin our mood and make us lose focus on the good things around us. So, it's smart to steer clear of people who make you angry on purpose.


**2. Fear Fans**

Fear is a feeling we all have sometimes. It's natural to feel scared of new things or big challenges. But did you know that some people might want to make you feel scared all the time? They might tell you scary stories or exaggerate things to make you worried. This can stop you from trying new things and having fun. Surround yourself with people who encourage you and help you feel brave instead.


**3. Character Defect Justifiers**

Character defects are things we do that might not be the best choices. For instance, if we tell lies or treat others poorly, these are character defects. Some people might try to make these things seem okay. They might say, "It's not a big deal," or "Everyone does it." But deep down, we know what's right and wrong. It's better to be around people who remind us to make good choices and be the best versions of ourselves.


**Why Should We Choose Our Friends Carefully?**

The people we spend time with can have a big impact on how we feel and act. If we're always around angry or fearful people, we might start feeling the same way. And if we're around people who justify bad behavior, we might think it's okay to act that way too. But we deserve to be around people who lift us up, make us feel good, and encourage us to be kind and brave.


As we journey through life, we'll meet all sorts of people. Some will be positive and supportive, while others might not have our best interests at heart. Remember that you have the power to choose who you surround yourself with. It's okay to distance yourself from people who fuel your anger, fan your fears, and justify your character defects. Seek out friends who bring out the best in you, inspire you to be your true self, and help you grow into the amazing person you're meant to be!


Poet, dancer, producer, playwright, director, author

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