TOXIC FRIENDS vs REAL FRIENDS

Toxic Friends VS Real Friends is a wojak animation about the life of a young man who, as he grows up, finds out that the people who are close to him are really just there to bring him down. Knowing that he realizes that the only escape from his current lifestyle is to cut ties with former childhood friends.
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[@MillenniaThinker]

Did your friends pull you down? Have you stopped answering their calls or do they stop answering yours? BTW...Help me get 100k subs for the whole 1 Million on a wojak animation channel...you can't make this...s...up. I don't know what should I do on 1M? Any suggestions? . . . . . Other than deleting my channel of course.

[@fried_bamboo7145]

You should make voice or face reveal or edit compilation of best and most viewed videos you got

[@AsmodeusWonky]

Just enjoy it.

[@КотВасилий-м7н]

​@SafouTop10gkfgo away, bot

[@Aeroshogun]

Those aren’t friends, because with “friends” like them, who needs enemies?

[@alexanderthegreat-mx5zu]

They stopped answering my calls because i was too cool for them 😎

[@yagger8045]

“Leave being lazy for your old age.” What a wonderful quote.

[@harrisbrown6800]

I guess you live to work.

[@monsieurcondottiero2685]

@@harrisbrown6800 if you can’t imagine any alternative to being lazy other than work, I almost pity you

[@fastaskirby2414]

​@@harrisbrown6800there is more than work you know

[@SillyLittleNuke]

​@@fastaskirby2414mostly work though

[@fastaskirby2414]

@@SillyLittleNuke The fact that you are here says otherwise

[@David_Arnal]

The contrast between the toxic and real friends when asking about joining an internship was striking. While the toxic friends discouraged ambition, the real friend provided encouragement and valuable perspective. It highlighted the difference unhealthy and supportive relationships can make in shaping someone's outlook.

[@jokerpilled2535]

I think the blonde haired guy was more supportive, the girl seemed a bit condescending and even triggered at the possibility that nepotism does in fact exist.

[@cmb4tw2800]

Just recently got a new job I wanted for the past few years. Good pay, but I have to move to a big city. Some Friends were happy for me, others said it will be awful moving to a larger town because of traffic and other issues. Never listen to those who will try to put you down.

[@NaturalLanguageLearning]

It's sad how accurate it is though. Reminds me of my early 20s.

[@1000niggawatt]

The notion that you can "make it" is delusional. Unironically making an improover video is just silly.

[@nervonabliss]

​@@cmb4tw2800I don't believe they were putting you down for your achievement but rather pointing out an obvious downside to living in large cities. They definitely could've just congratulates you but I think it's beneficial to have atl one person to keep grounded I reality. If you only think of the positives you won't be prepared for the negatives.

[@animewatcher6780]

"He.....moved on." Damn, that hit like a truck.

[@lifedeather]

Saddest moment 2023

[@justsomeloser3561]

I was looking for this I kinda felt bad for em at the end

[@mu_fat]

Fr

[@krulak292]

@@justsomeloser3561 nah, if they were real friends they would have upgraded with him. They dragged him down and he moved up.

[@IdentifiantE.S]

@@lifedeather❤️

[@FractionOfThUniverse]

Those two are exactly the "friends" I had when I was in school. It's like it's their life mission to keep you down.

[@Ben-jl2rh]

It's called the Crab Bucket Mentality. Most people in big cities & poor areas act like that.

[@veiserexab1428]

Unfortunately I'm one of those procrastinating friends and thinks life is somewhat rigged

[@Vuedanto]

Welp, start doing something with your whole heart and you'll see. ​@@veiserexab1428

[@Ratio429]

​@@veiserexab1428 It is actually rigged. Ain't no way it ain't? But you gotta make great decisions.

[@nishchal_yt7750]

​@@Ratio429 true 💯

[@MK-kw5eo]

Blondie lectures hoodie about not always needing connections to get ahead but literally hooked up hoodie and the woman due to his connections.

[@return7898]

Nepo kid: "Connections aren't important just work harder" Nepo kid: Get's into a top company right after graduating Kid who got into tech and graduated: "I've been trying my hardest but no company will accept me (because of the demand being the same, tech being laid off, internet making jobs more competitive and so they will only accept overqualified or people they know, etc)" It's awesome if you can somehow get in but if you can't, it's better to find a different route with your knowledge that you can take.

[@Cableitiable]

You don't have to have toxic friends to pull you down. You can have toxic family members or even be toxic yourself.

[@neutralmilkbaby]

Nah toxicity always comes to somebody else. Good parents will do everything to put you in the right place.

[@SCTR-ic5ky]

​@neutralmilkbaby key word: "GOOD" parents. Some don't give half shits about their children or want to hold control of their lives.

[@neutralmilkbaby]

@@SCTR-ic5ky a lot of parents to be honest.

[@reinmarvonzweter666]

@@neutralmilkbaby Not all parents are good.

[@KevinoftheCosmos]

I used to think I had to be loyal to my drug addict family in Ohio. Wasted a few years trying to help them and they bled me dry. I finally told them all goodbye for good.

[@stoplookingatmeplease1230]

Don't let your procrastinating friends slow you down guys, get to the top

[@Aeroshogun]

You are your own best friend. Treat yourself well.

[@vietnamarmapedia8624]

​@@AeroshogunU re not ur friend, you re your whole world

[@-_caioworld_-re969]

Aisowarai Dotakyan Dogeza

[@TH-bj1pb]

What's weird is those who procastrinate tries to give the impression that they've got everything under control and are making progress, at least in my circle. What's telling is the weekend binge-drinking, always being low on money and sadly some hooked on substances stronger than weed or alcohol.

[@AeroCraftON]

But... I am the procrastinating one...

[@SBsam]

It's fascinating how much your life changes when the people around you change. It's hard to think about initially but change will often benefit you in ways you can't imagine. (For better or for worse)

[@kev2fuego]

Yeah it’s shockingly true but it’s reality. Our outcome is determined on genetics + environment. We can’t change our genetics and that’s fine but we can change our environment and relationships are a big part of that. This is why it’s so difficult to find people that don’t fit into stereotypes and videos like these expose these stereotypes so well.

[@loerro8490]

So damn true

[@ugne6144]

@@kev2fuego Genetics + Environment + Effort/Discipline/Skill = Outcome

[@kev2fuego]

@@ugne6144 Exactly this! Effort and Environment, both can be changed in most cases ✔️

[@robertspeedwagon]

not having people around = not having problems 😁😁😁

[@taylormayde08]

And the irony of it all is those toxic friends will get their life together and be the ones to drop you after leading you down that path of procrastination and dgaf attitude.

[@Trybical]

True, i was gonna say that

[@Trybical]

I had a "friend" wherever he wanted drugs and weed he'll come to me with attitude, whenever i try to quit he laughed at me, then he would gossip to other "friends" about me going downhill. He also got this temporary job in a hotel (something like quantity control) where they suggest him to bring other people to work with him, he would bring some friends he randomly met, meanwhile im his childhood friend he never called me, although i have experience with management and hotels, this was like 5 years ago, nowadays he makes 10k monthly, good for him but you didn't had to pull me down and sabotage me with negativity while you were building yourself.

[@eyesofra1111]

​@@Trybical i hope you broke contact with him & now healing, working towards your ambitions....praying for your success & his karma 🤲

[@GebreMMII]

Wow dude. That’s what it is, literally my situation last year. I wish I caught it at first glance man…

[@Trybical]

@@eyesofra1111 I don't wish Karma for anyone, but honestly deep inside i really wanna see him fucked up cause he hurt me this bad like real bad, like you can't imagine the level of hypocrisy, double standards fake humbleness and uncovered hate that was inside him, when he was talking shit behind me wherever he finds someone that also hates me he feels satisfied but when someone else is neutral or defends me and starts looking at his true nature he just quickly changes the subject or worse he starts to justify why treating me bad and bullying me is good and normal, i used to call him "surfer" cause he was just riding every wave possible just to stay on the winning side and not seem alone

[@paoloselerio7966]

This video was very relatable. When I was a kid, I never had a consistent group of friends. I was the short skinny nerdy kid in school so I was often made fun of. The worse part was that I always played into those jokes Since I was too passive at the time. Classmates that I tried to befriend would belittle me or use me for school work. There were some nice people but no one that really wanted to be a friend. Even though I talked to a lot of kids at school, I was always alone at home. I never had these text conversations or relationships that people would talk about in social media which I envied. When Covid hit, I was hit with the stress of online school and isolation. I was extremely lonely and was too scared to make friends online. This made me develop anxiety and a low self esteem. Despite my desperation for help, I realized that the only person that can get me out of this is myself. During the lockdown I worked out, explored new interests, improved my grades, and worked on my appearance. I was even able to get into a long term relationship. The same people that made fun of me saw these improvements and tried to drag me down. Instead of playing along with their jokes I immediately pushed them out of my life. Did a lot of people stop talking to me? Yes. Did I care? Not at all. I can count with one hand the amount of friends in my life and I wouldn’t have it any other way. Always work on yourself and don’t listen to people that don’t care about you.

[@duonglai5198]

so goddamn relatable, especially the "use me for school work part" i have the balls to say no now and it feels f-ing good man.Keep it up🔥

[@SuperiorTengu]

Truly inspiring W man👏👏👏

[@xarbd156]

Good job on all of that. Pretty late reply but it's 1 am and i have nothing better to do, congrats on your relationship and all your improvements. I have a very similar story; so i know pretty much where you've been. Keep it up.

[@Heisenberg448]

You are not only relatable but also inspiring. When i was at middle school i had a group of friends that would drag me down and later just ditch me for a bigger group of friends that i had told them i disliked. Overall they were very toxic to me without a reason while i was helpful to both of them. Now im in highschool where i had made more friends and go out more often while also getting better grades and working out.

[@babybabybbbaby]

Bro you succeeded, what a powerful soul!

[@excripto1]

Having no friends is better than having toxic friends.

[@TurtleChad1]

Having no friends is better than having friends

[@kkrock_]

agree

[@qwerty975]

Yes, chasing what's "normal" is pathetic and shallow

[@lain7758]

That's true, but I'd rather have friends that think like you

[@generalkaboom6642]

Same, having none is paradise

[@Aeroshogun]

No friends > Toxic friends. If quality people are scarce or non existent, learn to enjoy your own company until that scenario changes for you. I used to be obsessed with having friends in school so I would hopefully be left alone by bullies and such but being autistic that made things worse. My best friend was myself all along and I neglected him too much.

[@yoyojuana2054]

How is everyone on the internet autistic? Strange.

[@tower5499]

True, though people differ from people. Some like me and you enjoy loneliness, others like company. I can't help but think about the people who needs friends to push on, but can't find any in real life.

[@Aeroshogun]

@@tower5499 absolutely right, hence why I said “until that scenario changes for you” because not everyone can be self validated or self actualized. I just hope they find what they are ultimately looking for without judgement.

[@E77er]

without toxic friends you cant learn how to handle trash people

[@Aeroshogun]

@@E77er the best way to deal with trash is to take it out and not deal with it at all.

[@jaxxabyss2044]

It's kinda hard to have that positive mindset when you're unsure about the path that you are on

[@ДмГо]

Well then how about sitting down on coach for few hours meditation on a question "what should I do with my life, what I want?" try doing nothing with this question in mind for few hours, maybe you will need to spent few days like this, but you will get the answer (unless you are completely retarded and I doubt you are). When you know the destination just think about how to get there. Just set aside everything - friends, pc, phone, youtube.. sit down.. and think.

[@yoyojuana2054]

Why is it that every character with Nathan's voice just turns out to be unintentionally funny? 😭

[@thomas.thomas]

you are projecting

[@SAD1034]

​@@thomas.thomaswtf are you talking about

[@xkali8119]

Man, we obviously know which friends were the toxic ones, but being around people who just have to hustle every moment of their lives tends to be stressful and tiring for me. I think I prefer to make progress at my own, steady pace. Being in presence of such people might be very beneficial in short bursts, but too long, and I'm getting overwhelmed.

[@nervonabliss]

You lack determination. You need passion to grind at that level and maybe you haven't found something to be passionate about

[@ChineseGlobalism]

@@nervonablissLive and let live my friend, not everyone desires materialism. Some people just want good friends and communities and to enjoy the time they have left on this earth.

[@xkali8119]

@@nervonabliss Sorry, but you know nothing about who I am and how hard I grind. I just prefer internal drive from external one - it keeps my mind healthy and free from burnout, which I already suffered once. External pressure and expectations just tends to cripple some people, no matter the passion and talent.

[@UnkownUnkown01]

True. At the end of the day though, you can do some progress to better yourself but y'know... "always grinding" and all that, can get tiring sometimes

[@makutas-v261]

Bro got the Twitter pfp 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂and 😂🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@LittlePonyYoba]

This black-haired guy is lucky to have met such people in college and is generally capable of learning, this is a rare luck, and usually people think only of themselves and will not help others

[@return7898]

Yep. Like I stated in a diff comment. The blonde haired dude is a rare occurrence. Even if they do happen, they usually want people who they can use to get themselves up the corporate ladder. You would have a better chance finding a gym bro who can teach you to become physically better. Doesn't mean they have connections though. They would still be way easier to find.

[@JJ-si4qh]

2:30. I had so many former friends like this, trying to drag me down.

[@david-hb3yz]

“Do the hard work especially when you don’t feel like it.” - some wise dude

[@flaga2479]

If I remember right. He said, that he has problems with too much casual sex. Not so wise in my opinion

[@flaga2479]

@Zen2k4r2 Every advice of those "guru's" is like this. Just listen to yourself bro.

[@mathieul4303]

Hamza

[@renatosellitto7694]

David goggins

[@weebie3298]

mwah !

[@futtbucker96]

This hit home for me. 13 years ago I ditched my toxic friends and went to college at the ripe age of 27. Met new friends who were certified geniuses and I graduated with a bachelors in physics in 2015. Been working as a software dev ever since. Totally beats spending my miserable part-time check at the bar with those old bad influences.

[@coltonmyers2789]

This helped motivate me, thank you. @futtbucker96

[@wander67]

Im happy for you! You can do it!

[@chakraborty1989]

People can join college in late 20s? 😮

[@apaths]

@@chakraborty1989 ofc

[@redknight344]

@@chakraborty1989 they can join at any age there is no law against that...

[@CarlosMGomez-bb7qi]

This really speaks to me, I wish I had more people back then to push me forward and not just slow me down..

[@Hlecktro]

Wouldn't say toxic or bad friends. Just a difference in priorities and life path. Some people are ambitious, some people don't care. Find who you gel with and go with that. Lots of friends throughout life will develop new outlooks and priorities and people you hung out with every day will become total strangers to you in time. It just happens. No problem. Just surround yourself with people who align with what you're about. Get out and meet new people who like who you are.

[@briannad361]

"Leave being lazy for your old age" Such a simple but impactful quote. At least to me

[@Teurab]

But mostly the ambitious or "good" friends I've met only cares about themselves, they only seeking friend for networking rather than helps someone life to be better

[@ironman8257]

Exactly. If they can map and tactic the benefits in their life, im sure they will 2+2 and see that is no need to spend time on some,, loser" doomer, they are not a charity after all

[@return7898]

​@@ironman8257Yep. People think that after High School appearances and cliques go away. Even at a good college in my state, the "nerds" would outcast the nerds that looked like nerds or if they looked like losers. Even in a nerdy school, there's a hierarchy, it's insane.

[@sobbski2672]

Even in college there a lot of people that can drag you down if you value friendships over your own growth

[@GeorgioArmoni]

Happens a lot in party schools still

[@teroft2553]

Misery likes company, don't allow yourself to get dragged down into other peoples' issues.

[@randomcatfromnowhere6446]

This feels like a serious issue about life that I am going to need when I got older

[@gmanko1x]

you're absolutly right, i've been a social nomad all of my 20's because i didn't want to allow myself falling to toxic friends to drag me down with them. now that i approach to my 30's with several degrees and experience and hopefully finally found my true friends environment i can say with confidence that im always ready for any situations including letting go of people and environment which are toxic to me and treat better for myself

[@niceone550]

whatever dude it's fine when you have friends but I don't have anyone that cares about me, I'd rather kms than be lonely until my 30s - everyone knows it's harder to make friends the older you are

[@ErickRicardo]

The worst part is when the toxic person is in the same house as you.

[@alonegraph7775]

But do you have any friends?

[@glebkoshelev]

"Personally I'd rather sit here on the bench" - Lao Tzu

[@Cr1z_R]

Lol

[@gryoz1323]

This hit way too close to home. I just went back to school after 11 years, and I managed to land a paid internship. You will have an easier time finding an entry-level job in the field you studied for if you land one of those internships. The paid ones are heavily coveted, and yes, there are people who received them simply because they knew someone. It's the sad reality but that should not persuade you to give up on higher education altogether. I left behind the friends I had growing up years ago, but I never had friends hold me back.

[@IdentifiantE.S]

❤

[@ImperialFool]

What should persuade you into not going into higher education is the fact you'll spend an entire class learning what division is in a fourth year cryptography class. It's daycare that costs 10 grand a term.

[@gryoz1323]

At 10 grand a term, I would not recommend higher education to anyone. However, at community college where the terms are closer to $1750, it's a more manageable debt. One of my fellow apprentices, who is 5 years my junior, actually worked full-time straight out of high school until he had enough money for his associate degree.@@ImperialFool

[@XxKeNoHxX]

This one hit hard. My friend circle from high school split in half in college. One half were the people doing something with their lives, whether that be college for advanced careers or working in civil service jobs with benefits, and the other half were the people doing straight up nothing with their lives with zero ambition. I believe the slow recognition of the difference in one half of our friend's goals in life compared to the other led to this gradual divide. I think like the character in the video, it is tempting to answer those phone calls from old friends but in the long run, they're trying to hold you back from your full potential. Even though I'm not close with that other half, I miss the friendship we shared and it is unfortunate that we split.

[@lorenzosantoni1576]

Have you ever considered that the no ambition friends maybe are happy anyways? Maybe people are happy by doing the farmer or the waiter.

[@oddnybsgarage]

More like unmotivated friends vs colleagues

[@jayvanx154]

Its crazy how they complain that you won't go anywhere in life without connections, yet say college is only for meeting other people

[@Mikey-nz6de]

i used to have a friend who would tell me he didn't study for the exam either so i would feel good that im not alone and give it up but when the scores came, he had the best score in class. world is cruel, we need to be careful

[@kev2fuego]

Yea, a lot of the times people also lie about this to seem cool. In reality behind close doors even if they don’t study long, they may be reading notes or have better memory. Eventually the people that don’t study struggle later in college because it’s almost impossible to pass without independent study. Good luck to you

[@BWatskins]

That sucks homs however you really should have studied (unless you had some real emergency going on). Either way hope your doing better and remember better alone than in bad company

[@kys7615]

@@kev2fuego Me and my best friend in uni were like this, we would always ask each other if we studied which the response was always no to feel better about ourselves. One day before the class we had same talk in which he responded no as usual but later that day during class he slipped up and straight up exposed himself while other dude asked him the same question in which he said he's been studying for the past week. He immediately realized that I heard what he said and was too embarrased to talk about it. fuck man that hurt, you know sometimes people lie about it just to gain advantage.

[@Im_zowi]

Well in my old friend group I would always say "oh I didn't study" because I didn't wanna look boring or like a looser for taking school seriously. Still, very obvious I was lying because I got good grades.

[@teeteetuu94]

I used to be that kind of 'friend' myself, but in a completely honest way. I don't tell my friends that to hinder them, but matter-of-factly, and they know that. I don't like to do revisions in my free time, and I really don't do it until the very last moment (a quick browse before I sleep, the night before the test/exam). But managed to score decently, if not top the class sometimes. I paid attention during lessons. I've long lost that ability past that point in time.

[@YouTubeDweller8008]

It's easy to just say "Work hard bro" when you already have a foundation under you. Family, support, people who actually care what happens to you... All of that is the root of this. But, what about the People who were never shown how to do anything? Who never had support? Who didn't get the opportunity? There's a difference between having a chance and throwing it away, and never getting a chance in the first place. Some people grow up in communities where crime and death prevent them from succeeding. You can't just boil everything down to "get new friends" and "try harder bro".

[@neutralmilkbaby]

You have to work extra harder. You have to learn extra harder. You will be behind from other people but it would be worth it. The hard experience will shape you to face your problems in the future. I came from toxic parents who neglected me and i also had toxic friends. You have to unlearn those toxic behaviors and surround yourself with good people or even 1 good person. It is game changer.

[@rockyp32]

Do u know why you have to be saved? It's because you have sin all people have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. What is sin? Sin is essentially any bad thing we've ever done. Because of sin this is is the punishment “But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.” ‭‭Revelation‬ ‭21‬:‭8‬ ‭KJV‬‬ Jesus who is God in heaven came down to earth as a man. Lived for 33 and a half years. He never sinned his whole life. Eventually some people got jealous of him and got him convicted of phony charges. He got crucified on the cross. Died. Was buried for 3 days then he was resurrected by his own power. Remember how I said we can't go to heaven because of sin? “But God shows his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” ‭‭Romans‬ ‭5‬:‭8‬ ‭KJV‬‬ God did all that to save us from hell "Much more than, being now justified by his blood, we shall be saved from wrath through him.” ‭‭Romans‬ ‭5‬:‭9‬ ‭KJV‬‬ So if you believe in him and what he did. You'll be justified by his blood and saved from hell and you'll get an eternity of Love, joy, and peace

[@rockyp32]

Bible KJV

[@nervonabliss]

​@@neutralmilkbabyThis. Find ppl that have what you want and talk to them. I promise you they will have a lot of info to help.

[@Infelious]

@@neutralmilkbaby its pretty hard when the best version of you is so sub part to everyone else, if you have to try so hard to catch up it just adds to the worthlessness. Plus why give people a chance when they left you to rot all those years. *And if you somehow improve at best you'll be a cog in the machine.

[@neildutoit5177]

ALL of the friends in this video are TOXIC. His old friends are stuck in the past. His new friends are stuck in the future. Encouragement is good. Ambition is good. An addiction to obsessive self-improvement is, ironically, really self-destructive. The line "You gotta work hard now so that things will be easy in future" really sums up for me everything wrong with the new friend. The new friend sees happiness as being somewhere else. If you work all day every day now then that's all you'll ever know how to do and so it's all you'll ever do and all the money and muscles in the world will never make it easy for you ever.

[@IncelSigmaMale]

Friends never last because they either leave you or you have to fade away. The only good friend doesn't stay a friend they become someone you would consider part of your family.

[@Mlogan11]

I had this experience earlier. I went to a different HS than my neighborhood friends, who were not as interested in school as I was. That leads to having to choose to stay home and study versus just hanging out with the local friends. Lots of peer pressure to hang out and being called disloyal if you don't. It seems some people have internal drive that helps them through difficult situations while others need external motivation to catch the fire of ambition. One thing the vid missed, it's less about the bosses son at work and more about how to play corporate politics. You can have lazy people in the office making more than you and acting like the lazy friends in this vid, but they are smooth talkers and are friends with the boss or management so they get to slide by and they get to assign their work to others but take credit for it. Navigating that is the true challenge in the workplace.

[@echosklee3702]

Even if you dont want to become like them and you just wanna hang out, you will eventually end up like them.

[@HandyManny_69]

So true.And the hardest part is that you won't even notice it happening.

[@ErykRoll]

Elaborate at least 💀

[@Pawsz]

the good friend says "let me introduce you to some people" , but then the guy doesnt let his "bad" friend come along to meet his good friend.

[@Artkenny284]

So true, I didn’t even think of that

[@paulo6069]

Sometimes you just have to know when to move on.

[@georgegore]

Yeah he is the most toxic one indeed.

[@ryszakowy]

studying at college bringing stagnant people yeah let's indroduce them what a way to ruin everyone's day

[@ubelyildmar2368]

I met mostly toxic friends at college. The old, local friends of mine were always the better: hardworking, down to earth, and already have a family.

[@КрутовойАндрей]

I had something similar. I talked with friends who are a little older than me, but they did not go to college, and I studied and educated myself. Yes, there were moments when friends were "toxic" and wanted me to pay a little more attention to them than to my future / education. But I continued to do my job. Some time passed and I noticed that I began to move away from my friends. Not because they have changed and become worse, no, it is I who have changed and become better. My friends still remained cool and funny, but now I'm not interested in being with them. This upsets me. I didn’t want to move away from them and I don’t want to leave them, but at the same time I understand that I can’t go along with them already and I can’t do anything about it. It is a pity that in life it is done so that when you go forward, some people may already be left behind and it does not matter whether you want it or not.

[@Obsession3745]

I empathize with those two toxic friends. They probably had their hopes and dreams crushed by the world. Some people just can't recover from that trauma. They probably didn't have support when they needed it the most. It makes it much more possible to overcome trauma in general when you have a healthy support system. I feel for the people who never have had that in their lives.

[@Jakkaribik1]

Maby they dont had the Hopes crushed because they already see the world as wonderful and keep happy together without slaving away 6 or more hours per day for some work

[@looooonooooooooooooooooooooong]

What's the difference anyway? wageslave for 8 hours or doing nothing with your life both of them are the worst

[@JoseRamirez-rq2gj]

​@@Jakkaribik1That sounds more like an excuse for lazy people

[@Jakkaribik1]

So you rather Slave Away for some Big Company where you lose your lifetime than stick with good Friends ok gotcha Money > Friends for you@@JoseRamirez-rq2gj

[@DantesSagan]

@@Jakkaribik1Just like Big Lebowski 😎

[@AkaiKnight]

I think we all know people like this in terms of lacking ambition, but I don't think I've ever met someone who actively DISCOURAGES one from doing better things.

[@torts560]

You're lucky then. Some people in their older 20s or early 30s who didn't make it very far will try and drag young people down, whether they know theyre doing it or not. Subtle things like discouraging education, or trash talking "friends" who don't hang out all the time, just like this video portrayed. These people 100% exist and need to be avoided like the plague.

[@thomas.thomas]

often it is subtle and you might not notice it right away someone making fun of you for wanting to go to bed early or telling you to not bother with going to the gym

[@kingofbears6999]

You are lucky, I've had many toxic friends who get pissed when you cant be on video games 24/7

[@jokerpilled2535]

Both friends can be toxic if you think about it, the “loser” friends don’t want to encourage any positive growth, whereas the “winner” friends won’t accept any criticism or limitations which can be a roadblock for some people. I’ve had both types of friends so I know neither are really “true friends”. You should only use people like these as needed, don’t get too personal with them. At the end of the day, you can only count on yourself.

[@jakd2962]

So…..how far has that philosophy taken you?

[@nervonabliss]

​@@jakd2962I think I saw them take a single step yesterday... I stopped waiting for another after 15 years

[@jokerpilled2535]

@@jakd2962 I’m in a much better place now than in my 20s. But if success is the only thing that matters to you, then sucking up to “successful” people is probably your best bet.

[@Xarenth]

Sounds like you got a bad shake from "winner" friends. Really, what is the value of offering your criticism or stating these supposed limitations to them? I'm not saying you should kiss their ass, but if they're letting you be a part of their in-group, good chance you will reap some benefits. Don't rock the boat for no reason, unless you're so brainrotted you have to spew your ideology and beliefs at all times and can't hold a normal relationship with them.

[@FractalPrism.]

big cope

[@Squiddy3633]

Made me realize that I had a lot of toxic friends that were exactly like the ones in this video. Sure, they believed in working out but that was it. It was until I hung out with people from my church who were in college that I realized how badly I was handling life. I got back into college and have been hanging out with my church friends more and it's such a refreshing way of living and looking at life. They're not nihilistic or angry. They make me feel hopeful for my future. So yeah, friends are very important they can change your life.

[@coletrain546]

Man I had the worst combination of these two types of friends before. Imagine someone who is lazy as shit and doesn't want to work and cheating their way through college, also preaching about grinding and hustling. Absolutely maddening

[@MagicMan77718]

This video hit really hard for me and felt very personal because i am in a very similar situation right now, thank you for continuing to make such good content for so long When you live all your life in that kind of enviorment you still feel it pulling at you and being engrained into you even in other enviorments and with different people, this video really showed that perfectly

[@oddsquadOlive]

SIMPLE ANIMATIONS WITH DEEP MEANINGS. 100/10 content.

[@TheGlenofKrokot]

I disagree. That blonde guy is not a "real friend", he's just an idealized parental figure. Nobody never ever was like "bro be the best version of you" and "i know life bro you just gotta do this bro". By that definition everyone who don't improoooov 24/7 is a toxic friend, which is untrue.

[@albajtv]

agreed 100%

[@RamuhOusrrab]

I have one "friend" like this... Never wasting time in building a deeper connection with us outside of what he/she needs. Are we going to celebrate a Birthday? Wanna take a break now that the exams are out of the way? No bro, you have to focus on the future, don't drink alcohol, dont go to a dance club, don't waste time, leave your 5 year long relatioship if your girls/boy-friend is not improving her/his life... You are sad and having low self-steem? Go to the gym, dont be lazy... Don't do this, don't do that It's like a constant reminder of Radiohead's "Fitter Happier"... He/she will probably have a good salary and a good economic life, but will probably also have no friends to enjoy his achievements... I just want him/her to realize this and be happy at the end...

[@ErykRoll]

⁠@@RamuhOusrrabngl i would listen to him/her, your comment backfired 😭💀

[@RamuhOusrrab]

@@ErykRoll NGL if your friend's mother recently died and this ""good friend"" says "go to the gym" (real) for him to "feel better"... That's not a "good friend" at all. That's a guy with no fucking affection...

[@ErykRoll]

@@RamuhOusrrab oh chill not that way, put it in a different perspective and you will see how it somewhat backfires

[@TheGreyPeregrine]

Idk but for me it was the opposite. I'm from the Balkans and I entered college very optimistic, ignoring all these critics about nepotism. Met some new people who seemed nice and I thought I had found a fine circle of friends. But after graduation the Pandemic hit and I applied left and right without any result while those former colleagues I had cared for got hired over night in public institutions. Recently I found out their relatives were working in the same places. That's how I became very skeptical of the labour market.

[@hassanbirbir6363]

what country is that? CAUSE I LIVE IN MOROCCO AND WE HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM

[@TheGreyPeregrine]

@@hassanbirbir6363 Romania

[@DigitalNoomad]

I had the same realization but it wasn't good enough for me to quit on life like they did in this video

[@monsieurcondottiero2685]

@@hassanbirbir6363you need better wasta

[@thomas.thomas]

it's good you became skeptical, but the next step would be to use and built upon your connections and leverage them for yourself

[@Mo-kw7xi]

This has exactly been what I've been experiencing with my friend group. None of them are trying to better themselves, so I had to quit the group the hard way. It's tough "growing apart", but it is necessary to sever ties that will only harm you mentally and spiritually.

[@theragnarok13]

Both sides are showing an extreme. “Toxic” one represents procrastination and pointless way of life. “True” one shows the career grinding. Going strictly one of these ways alone won’t bring you happiness. You gotta make your own plan for the life

[@libertarianterminator]

High school was weird with covid and I think I had a situation like this, but I was the guy who wanted to do stuff and move forward in life. I didn't care much for maintaining relations outside of school so one guy who kept insisting on talking with me became my friend. He was getting all that advice and encouragement for me not to do stupid shit while he was just tagging along and enjoying the benefits. At some point I was busy so I couldn't bail his ass out at school so he started gossiping behind my back and getting me in trouble with the teachers. I discussed it with him and he didn't admit to doing anything wrong. I kept noticing how he was lying to me and withholding useful info about certifications. Then a good friend from middle school told me once again how he was talking shit about me at a party and advised me to move places. So I did and asked another classmate to move in as my new desk mate. Best decision ever to cut him out without drama. I was lazy about keeping friends so I got left only with the leeches. It served me a good lesson and so should it you. Guys, try to keep in contact with good people and don't be lazy like me.

[@laniakeas92]

It's not only about connections, hard working and mere luck affect your life too. Good message. Fantastic channel, can't get enough of your content.

[@anomalous34]

This video mirrors my life far too accurately. The only difference is the blonde positive guy didn't exist and his friend whining about connections is accurate. I graduated college for IT while trying to stay in touch with my weed smoking video game childhood friends. Hard work wasn't enough and people with superior social lives and connections always were ahead. I ended up working at a supermarket as a manager funny enough, and despite being paid alright I injured my body. Now I'm injured for life, all that studying and internship bs was a waste of time and IT sucked, and now I don't even have my old "loser" friends because I thought I would be happier without them. I was wrong.

[@gachagodnot8661]

,The “He…moved on” was so sad, I think they don’t want to live like that neither, but they can’t stop, or in other words, they already gave up.

[@Dino-rl4vo]

His “real friend” just cares about doing college projects, they are probably not having a great time with each other as they are only talking about college and self-growth. he will likely forget about the main guy after finishing the college as they don’t have the same goals and career

[@Mateus-im6he]

at least the main character (if he dont attach) will gain a good mindset

[@cherubeast]

define great time. Is it playing video games and drinking with your friends?

[@g-reaper2955]

​@@cherubeastI didn't know enjoying the little moments was bad...

[@Kelvostrass]

I have no friends - I've given up lol - nothing wrong with taking life easy - I have a good job and contribute meaningfully; also working hard in education upto university was a waste of time for me - I wish I'd spent more time making friends and memories personally. Work & video games is my life now and I don't see that changing anytime soon.

[@justastream8522]

If that makes you happy, then there's really nothing wrong with it. Don't get caught up in the whole money chase and collecting stuff. The wisest people throughout history actually lived with little, not because they were lazy, but because they understood that what's truly worth pursuing and working for goes beyond just material things, fame, and how others see you. Put a premium on knowledge, good judgment, and most importantly, chipping in for your community. Oh, and if you're religious, put that at the top of your list.

[@franspai7415]

Can relate, I have a few people I meet once every few months but thats about it, dropped out of collage after my first year. Now I work as a sysadmin with some devops elements and programming mixed in at a government institution at 21. Most of my day is spent sitting in front of my computer at home working and after that sitting in front of my computer doing personal projects or gaming. Its a simple life but it’s comfy, I haven’t really regretted dropping out of collage yet but who knows what the future will bring. After all my experiences with people during both school and college I somehow don’t regret having a almost non existent social life, most people are just assholes nowadays, they will try to bring you down to their level, they will be insecure when you achieve more than them faster, sometimes its just better to be alone.

[@harrisbrown6800]

Not worth having male friends, because if they're not great looking, they will tear you down to increase their LMS. And you can have female friends because of your attraction to them and lack of relatablility. Can't have a gf either because it's finished for bellow average looking western men.

[@return7898]

It's like that. Some people are better suited for College and some are not. Some people will live easier lives than others but you just do what you can day by day. If you want friends, I'm not sure if apps will help. Other than that, you could try and find other friends into video games by going to video game hangouts. I've never done it but I've heard of others doing it.

[@sovashadow]

True friends are the ones that act in not only in their best interest but also yours as well. Many times our goals and ambitions do overlap. Those unwilling to change will reap the consequences eventually. Always be the best you can, but know when it's healthy to breakaway.

[@sigmamale4147]

So "toxic friends" only care about partying and "real friends" only care about studying and career ? Is there no middle ground ?

[@ashutoshsharma7923]

You can call me nerd for that but studying, lifting and growing together with your friends is as good as partying.

[@sigmamale4147]

@@ashutoshsharma7923 good for you, but that wasnt my point

[@Mrshotgun7392]

One group discourages anon from making positive changes in his life and drags him down with them "crabs in a bucket" The other group prioritises self improvement and encourages you to be a healthier version of you. Yes there are extremes on both ends that you don't want to go to but me personally, I'd rather the positive friend group.

[@harrisbrown6800]

​@@ashutoshsharma7923flag checks out

[@ryszakowy]

middle ground is knowing when to party and when to work hard but that lesson is lost on you

[@ThatSaskGuy]

Its sad having to move on, it hurts but its for the better

[@TheSymbioteRagnoro]

It's funny. I'm 31 and I have "friends" and almost all are from high school. Now (and for a few years), I rarely speak to/or see them and yet, they still invite me to get togethers occasionally. It feels like because I'm always the FUNNY guy, they seem more like an AUDIENCE than actual friends. They just want to laugh. And if I'm not in the funny mood, then I'm just quietly daydreaming in their company. In my early 20s, I made an effort to get out there. But now, I dedicate myself to my art projects. Being alone isn't so bad when you have something to focus on.

[@teeteetuu94]

I had a handful of close-knit good friends who always look out and encourage each other, and we knew each other way back. They've always been candid to share job offers over school holidays, asking if I'm interested etc, but I'd consistently turn them down (because I didn't feel like working). Gradually, I cut them out of my life after they started graduating and getting into good careers. I know I am lazy myself but I just can't find the energy to move forward. And seeing their success makes me feel even more useless. So I chose to turn a blind eye in order feel a bit better about myself. At least, I sincerely hope that I haven't been a bad company for any of them. I don't like seeing my friends fail either. I guess in some sense, I am that "toxic" friend all along, but not intentionally being so. Side note: The appearance of MC wojak in black really reminds me of myself right now. I literally look like that, after having gone almost a year without haircut, and 2 wks between shaves. The only difference is that my situation is opposite, and I dropped out of college and not found a proper job since last year. Pretty much given up on life before it even started. And it's all my own doing. "What's the point of working?" like that toxic wojak friend said. I'd spend my days in front of the monitor, getting by with bare minimum, all while being nagged at by my parents. I don't feel good living off of them, but then, oh well... I'm not dead yet, but I certainly don't look forward to waking up the next day. The scariest aspect isn't about surviving, but the awareness that I have absolutely no ambition or aim in life to help keep pushing me forward. Nothing excites me anymore. I wake up to a new day simply because I can't stay asleep anymore. I go to sleep, not because I'm resting up to a new day ahead, but simply because I'm tired from being awake. Whatever I do in between is simply to stave off insanity from knowing my life is meaningless, and I won't find the meaning.

[@cheefqueef6494]

sounds like a skill issue

[@datavrg]

I'm going through the same thing, you're not alone in this.

[@HaSTaxHaX]

I needed that final message. Thank you, honestly. I'll keep telling me that and working on some of my projects. Even when I come home tired from my job. Not that I will forget my resting, but I also won't forget my projects.

[@OGbornsinnerz]

This one is my favorite bc most us been thru this one. “Friends” are what you make it but to me a good friend is a person who can help themselves and help you.

[@quetzol2006]

I love how relatable this is, but I think the hardest hitting part about this video was realizing that I have some of the traits of those toxic friends and I never even realized. For that, I have to thank you, I'm gonna work on being a more supportive friend Letting you know that your video made an impact on someone, me, and probably many others!

[@DownWithTheHerman]

I know it's just a simple wojack youtube video to most people, but I have to say I haven't stopped thinking about this video since I saw it a few days ago I find myself reflecting on my past, with different moments causing me to relate to both the main character in this video, and his "loser" friends. I wonder how often I was perceived as the bad friend, how many times I actually was, how many times "better friends" tried to help me improve myself but I stayed behind with the "losers" I'm not sure what point this reflection serves other than encouraging "what if" and "I should've done this instead" thoughts, but I'm left with a sense of awe over your work. Thank you for making these videos, I just wish I could've seen them 10-15 years ago... Cheers 💚

[@frostside4860]

Just yesterday I happened to break up with an old friend because I thought he was a toxic person, amazing how everything seems connected

[@orochikleiton]

a popular saying from my country "antes só do que mal-acompanhado"

[@ceyhunkd]

its like crab psychology when you put a lot of crabs in a box, and when one tries to get out other ones cath it and pull them back. That's how toxic friendships are, they don't want you to get out of box and discover the world. And when you try that they keep blaming you

[@IQ-yw7ho]

Don’t leave your friends behind. Even how toxic. Change them for better. Be a real brother.

[@realspeed1944]

its absolutely much better having zero friends and focusing on yourself than having toxic friends. fuck toxic friends.

[@GottMoxy]

Investing in yourself is limited in scope. One needs a solid foundation before one starts building up.

[@zenks5883]

Honestly, really insipiring, i've been very lazy lately, playing cyberpunk, drinking energy drinks and coffee 24/7, stopped working out, i gotta start working again, thank you for this, you might have changed my life today, that's worth something right>)?

[@jemalo36]

It can go wrong either way.. I know a lot of people, me included, who have burned out for having had too much of an appetite: I had two jobs, school, some hobbies: basically five appointments a day. I neglected family, friends and love for success. The quality of my work suffered greatly: I have an interesting life and CV, but a boring portfolio... made un-loyal "friends" who were in reality just doing everything to network their way through life. Like always, you have to find a middle way.

[@JustACrow107]

Jeden z niewielu kanałów który uczy podstaw życia. Robisz niesamowitą robotę przekazując informacje które powinny być przekazane przez rodziców/środowisko...czasem próbują....wszyscy wiemy jak to wychodzi....

[@jacekjackowski330]

I to jeszcze polak

[@johnnyissuper6955]

the animation is gettin better & more detailed holy shit

[@Armywolfgaming]

Bro this shit highkey motivated me to do better for myself each day to continue being a good friend to my people.

[@OXIR]

I think having friends with some of both, uplifting, supporting and motivating you, want you to succeed, but also want to have some fun and cheer you up when you’re down are the real deal. Can’t say I have friends that perfectly fall in this category, but then again, I am not perfect to expect perfection from anyone.

[@MyWatermelonz]

Lol the "smart" friends talk exactly like kids who don't know how the world works. His old friends will be the ones he remembers fondly as he gets older and regrets not hanging out more with them

[@YightLagami]

It's called being optimistic and having a not giving up attitude my dude

[@TwistedViewer]

Yes, but his old friends are macking a mockery of his struggles instead of supporting him. True friends will promote and help you with your self improvement.

[@Cr1z_R]

​@@TwistedViewer"True friends " people have jealously unconsciously they are not the ones to blame it's the environment. You would understand this and try to make the point across your friends that way they can improve together not just abandon them in the dust. That's a bastard right there he just move-on bitch.

[@thomas.thomas]

i wouldnt be so sure about that, will he miss being talked down on by friends he only drinks alcohol with?

[@Brian-yk5fr]

Thank you for this. It's hard to make that decision to be on your own, when saying yes and sticking to those friends seems like the easier way out. This video reminded me why I made the choice I did, and it honestly makes me feel better about myself looking back. Much love

[@RillUK]

Sometimes you have to ditch these people without a new group to move onto. It's all a part of growing up and leaving childish things behind.

[@padnomnidprenon9672]

So much people saying it's better to have no friends than toxic ones. Please don't be negative. If you want Friends, focus on making good ones, and only focus on that. The other thoughts are negative one and they bring anxiety.

[@lestarikanadat3253]

In indonesia, CONNECTION IS MORE THAN EVERYTHING TO GET A JOB😂, even you dont have any intership or award from your college.

[@minisd9577]

It's hard to blame these "bad friends" imo, especially when you get to the bottom of things. I myself once broke up with a "group of friends" and chose to be lonely due to cultural and intellectual differences, but I think there were many reasons (family, heritage, neighborhood, school, pure luck) that made them that way. And the position of "bad" characters about importance of connections and the futility of graduation (especially if it's not STEM) also has its reasons. And members of the cult of efficiency and overpowering like this blond one seem like plastic people to me.

[@minisd9577]

And "people of self-improvement" also understand nepotism, importance of connections, but they just called it "networking", "social capital" or some other stupid shit from their guides.

[@thomas.thomas]

@@minisd9577 well humans are social creaturesm, would you rather employ a friend where you know their work ethic already or some random dude?

[@pro_154]

They are

[@ColdNorth0628]

​@@thomas.thomasyou SHOULD size up their experiences with someone elses. Just because you know someone does not mean the job will always fit them.

[@return7898]

​@@ColdNorth0628lol I had a friend (who was more than qualified) made it to interviews and found out the only one who got accepted was a Nepo kid who had an associates degree. It reminds me of a K Drama (forgot which one) and the same thing happens there. They literally state in the story that the company only holds interviews for appearances while they hire people that are already in the family most of the time. It sucks but it really seems like it's like this everywhere. Said this in a different comment but my friend's parents have worked at a company for 30-40+ years and are still in the same positions they have always been. The company boss recently died and guess who took over the business? His son who didn't go to college, didn't want the job, and was a complete dunce. You'll probably ask how he even does the job. Yeah... He just hired other people to make business decisions for him. He's pretty much just the face of the company. Everyone he probably underpays are the ones that do everything while he's only there so it looks like he's doing something.

[@monrenanmetal6403]

Watching this made me realise that my closest friend from college is this "toxic friend" portrayed in the video. She had this exact mindset until she got a job from her connections. But this job isn't even what we studied all this years. But I still can't get a job. Not only because I failed the license exam (in my country to work in that profession you need a special license). But because of her I now have this destructive mindset which stops me from getting any job at all. Honestly, I don't know what to do with that. I wish I had friends who would push me to do something with my life.

[@-Cutz-]

You must move on the past cannot be changed good luck

[@bogdantogoe750]

Legit one of my best friends, he ditched collage, doesn't work out, doesn't try to get a good job and is super toxic, low key incel (24 yo), and all his money he makes, he spends on cigaretes and slot machines .. I m trying to get him out of my life for almost half a year but i still care about him and it fucking sucks. He undermine all my achievements and gaslights the shit out of me for being "an narcissist".

[@trigaVAL]

There is probably truth in what both of you are saying about each other. Acknowledging that is step one

[@ZaneTheMage]

The truth is hurtful but necessary . I'll destroy and rebuild myself.

[@MadeInChinaPlat]

Some people forget that college is where you make forge some connections for yourself. I didn't went to college but i noticed this.

[@VagrantValmar]

Toxic friends suck but "trying harder" only increases your odds at having a better life but more often than not it does not guarantee anything. The blonde guy had connections, the MC had luck to get to know someone with connections. The most important "skill" someone can have is and always will be pure luck. Being at the right place, with the right people, etc. I lived that first hand. I'm currently doing better, people used to call me lazy and shit, perhaps they still do, I have a shitty job that pays well and is pretty relaxed but I got it by sheer luck and connections. I graduated top of my promotions through my own effort but I never managed to land a job in that career, which I loved to have been able to. Both of his friends are toxic. The first ones for obvious reasons and the blonde guy for being a "toxic positivity" person, people usually unable to recognize the nepotism they have benefited from, or even the privilege or just sheer luck they've had. People don't like to admit luck is that important because that takes away from their own personal glory. Hard work is not enough, here in the third world you see people having excellent values, waking up at 5am to work all the way to 7pm and not being able to even afford housing. People like me with education and top results only to not ever been able to land a single interview to even try to show I was capable.

[@dawid5615]

Well, turns out they were right, connections matter

[@cloudblue934]

Im in the "toxic" circle for more than a year now and i'm afraid of leaving cuz i cant see myself making other friends beside them but there are times where i think "is this all i am?" "how much time am i gonna waste" whenever i'm with them i feel like we're wasting a lot of time hanging out and i can't refuse to hangout cuz they'll give me the looks. I also have this big feeling that we're not growing together and they're not willing to step out of their comfort zone as much as i do. IDK HOW IM capable of putting myself outside my comfort zone when necessary but struggles to take a step back and leave these awful influences. Sometimes, they do or say something that makes me uncomfortable but im forced to fake laugh and just go with the flow. Im an upcoming college freshmen now and im trynna change everything, I still go at the same college as them due to my family situation and i think we'll end up in the same class again. How should i deal with these guys without being disrespectful, There's nothing wrong with them its just me i think.

[@n0tBxzz]

dear milleniathinker, i think you should do a playlist with all the ambient background musics you do use, i absolutely love all of them. theyre amazing. (unless u can tell me the names of all these musics)

[@Honorable_Judge_Mental]

Heres the thing. On one hand, yes, going to college absolutely can be a huge swing and a miss, something which should seriously be thought of. On the other hand, college is still good as it gives you knowledge and experience in a trade you can give. With that being said, just because one discusses the first truth does not make them "toxic." Its definitely so that toxic friends could and, for some, will take you down with that thinking. They will conclude with truth one that you ought not to pursuit a trade or skill of any form, whereas the not toxic friend will give forth alternatives, support and options. But just because a friend says that college is bad does not make them inherently toxic. Toxicity forms when they use this as an excuse to drag themselves and you down with them.

[@return7898]

That's exactly what I stated in some of my different comments. It's fine to acknowledge the actual negatives in the world and what goes on. It's toxic to not do anything but you can acknowledge what doesn't work and move on from there. That's why I have a problem with blind optimism "just work harder" or "just find certain friends". Many people are working their asses off and can barely afford rent because of the system and many people don't act in this manner. Even if some do, these types of corporate people will look for people they can use. You'd have a better chance finding a gym bro friend than this person. Regardless, just saying "work harder" doesn't solve anything. Working harder in programming (as an example) doesn't change the fact that the job market is way more competitive now because of the Internet, the population, etc and that companies usually hire people they know or people that are way more qualified than others while overworking/underpaying them. It's best to try and use your skills and try to find other avenues to make money while still trying to apply but not putting all your eggs in one basket by just "working harder". There's a middle ground to all of this. There are people in game development working themselves to the bone because of crunch and are still paid terribly. They don't move up and the higher positions are usually reserved for wealthy/people with connections. The people with connections are the ones that you never interact with so good luck with that. I mean, look at the anime Zomb 100 and it shows the impact of working a dead end career and thinking hard work solves everything when the company continues to suck you dry. Now while there is a middle ground to all of this it doesn't mean we shouldn't try to fix the problems with the system. We should try to work around it while trying to fix the problem. Even as I say that, some people don't have the time (since they have to work to pay the bills) to fix anything and most of the time, the people at the top will continue to do things as they always have. I mean, look at Netflix. They got some pushback for the one home plans but now they actually got MORE subscriptions afterwards meaning nothing will change now and other companies will soon follow. This also happened with online multiplayer as X Box was the first console company to charge for online and now both Playstation and Nintendo both charge for free money. It has now been a staple just like F2P mobile gaming. So even as I state that we should "fix things" it will be an incredibly hard endeavor to do. While saying this, we shouldn't give up. You could easily use blind optimism and say "oh lol just work harder for more money n just pay the rising prices. Housing crisis? Just save more even tho you're paying more for everything lol". You could also easily have blind Nihilism and say "it doesn't matter just give up" You want to acknowledge the problems and try your best to fix it or at least survive.

[@nicholascopernicus4384]

I feel like both groups are an extreme as what one wishes to accomplish for personal ambitions. I am more sympathetic to the study group since they are encouraging personal development, but in my opinion, some people aren't ready or meant for success early on. That opinion will probably controversial. However, the latter friend group has no grounds for benefit as to college wojak. They are constantly making blanket statements about why their lives are the way they are and other people. They believe there is little to nothing wrong with how they are living, just burning time. The cardinal sin however is challenging college wojak's decisions via manipulative tactics and brute forcing him into what they are doing for their own sake. They can't compute the idea of self improvement and other's perspectives. I've been in both shades of friend groups, each are meant for certain types of people as a monolith. Neither have your absolute interests at heart, but they can be useful for reminding you to maintain you balance of work and play. Something that I want to note is that it is getting increasingly harder to ignore not acquiring skills in this economy, college or not. You must improve, or you will become a affected party of the system. I am experiencing this right now. College or not, you have to contribute something to the global economy and be satisfied with your dividends. The good news? What's in demand and needed is always changing, and you have time. That is your most powerful resource. Use it wisely for work and play, and it will work with you. Use it poorly, and it will work against you. Remember that in the end, no one wins, and our paths diversify. However, when you are out on your own, remember that lack of pressure from others does not justify your ignorance to your standard of living. Don't become a victim, become a player. Failing doesn't mean total defeat, it is a signal to try a different path

[@dondandojo]

Very needed comment thank you. I've also noticed that blonde student has an attidute of the opposite spectrum. I fully agree that self-improvement is important, but it's also necessary to take breaks and allocate proper time to things. Personally, I've recently come to realize that life doesn't end in your 20s or 30s. Of course, I don't mean to use this as an excuse to do nothing "because I have time," but rather to embrace the wisdom of allowing oneself both working time and resting time, especially in a society where productivity is often overemphasized. There's a great video by "Horses" titled "Productivity Rips You Apart" that delves into this topic. It describes that topic very well.

[@thomas.thomas]

"Remember that in the end, no one wins" well you might say that, but there definitely are people that are loosing - that have so horrible lifes that they'd rather end it, or live in constant physical pain due to obesity or injuries from being reckless in the past what is in demand is on the surface always changing, but what will never change is that discipline and work ethic will always be in demand and you honestly do not have that much time either. if you are 25 you already have formed major habits that get harder to change the older you get

[@リンゴ酢-b8g]

celebrating early earthly success is one of the vices of our world. there is nothing wrong in being a late achiever

[@Shadders2010]

I studied hard, never partied, was the first guy in my family to go to college. I got two Bachelors Degrees. At 40 Ive never had a job I liked, Im single, broke, and taking care of ky elderly parents. Ive learned to quit hustling for a broken system where I have no chance and just have fun with my friends.

[@return7898]

Lol this is exactly what I was talking about when people give into blind optimism. "Just working harder" doesn't solve anything. You acknowledge the system is broken and what you can try to do about it or to try and just survive. The latter friend is usually a unicorn as those rarely exist or if they do, they will most likely only like to connect with people that will give them some kind of advantage. Luck also plays a factor. Your upbringing, your natural intelligence, your family, your connections, your schools, etc are all factors as well. I know some people try and use "oh look X billionaire like Elon or Jeff made it" but they had familial connections or a ton of money. Jeff was paid $200,000 by his parents to start his business. Most people in poverty won't even have parents that will give them $100-$200 lol. I know some will try to use other older examples. Let's say "the Colonel from KFC". If you try to build a chicken empire now in this day and age you'll get crushed by the monopolies. Even in music, someone like Eminem who is talented as hell, was in poverty but was lucky enough to not only been in his time period when he went up to get a record deal (and was lucky to have Dr.Dre say yes). If he were to make it in this day and age, it would blow up in his face as musicians nowadays are all connected, wealthy, or are industry plants. You acknowledge that music might not be a good avenue for you unless you actively try to somehow find people (somehow since it's a rare occurrence) and you can try to play into your other strengths that are viable.

[@youdontneedtoask1173]

My friends are the hard-working, smart type while I'm just an unambitious procrastinator struggling to even start my work lol. It is kind of discouraging for me instead of motivating.

[@scare_sunnych5265]

Man, this is highly inspirational. I mean not to lose time, not to let wrong people affect your life and emotions

[@williamnasr_]

Realest video ever. I remember having the same scenario when i was in my teenage years. It was really a hard choicd in the beginning, but afterr you remove them. It's all worth it.

[@hjwang8025]

As a student major in chemistry and process technology, really pleased to see tasks like multi-stage distillation of crude oil get their deserved attention 😹😹 3:10