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There Are Three Types of People In Life
Esther Perel once wrote: “The quality of your life ultimately depends on the quality of your relationships.”
I didn’t know that when I was growing up, I was trying my best to fit in.
As a result, I surrounded myself with people I never really resonated with or who lifted me up. I was often on edge, lacking self-confidence, and constantly doubting myself.
After many years of this being the norm, I conceded that I might never know what true friendship was. Sure, I’d heard about it in the movies. I’d even witnessed it firsthand with my brother’s friendship group. But as it had never happened for me I thought it might never will.
Then I went travelling and everything changed. I met people who inspired me to become better, encouraged me to grow, and lifted me up when I was down. They taught me what true friendship could be and it forever changed what I knew relationships could be.
Fourteen years on, I’ve come to realise there are three types of people in life:
- Those who drain your energy
- Those who match your energy
- Those who multiply your energy
Growing up, I was mostly surrounded by people who drained my energy. Occasionally, I met people who matched my energy. But it was only…
