all of that negativity is just a projection of their own disappointment in themselves. real friends will cheer you on. they will be happy for you. if they're

all of that negativity is just a projection of their own disappointment in themselves. real friends will cheer you on. they will be happy for you. if they're struggling, they will seek your advice - "a friend in need is a friend indeed". family does not imply friendship. i know all of this from experience.