Where do you come from? Rich, poor, middle class — any religion, any background. It doesn’t matter. Because growing up means your environment changes. Your group changes. Your friends change. The people you spend time with change. I think that’s just one part of growing up, and right now, I’m experiencing it firsthand.
I’m a college student now. City changed. State changed. People changed. And I can feel myself adapting — not changing, adapting. That distinction matters. And let me tell you, it’s not easy. Some days it feels exhausting, because you’re not going to click with everyone. Their mindset, their goals, their nature — it won’t always match your expectations. That’s just how it is.
Can You Just Avoid the Problem?
So here’s the real question — can you change that? Not really. Can you isolate yourself completely instead? I’m actually good at that. But maybe you’re not. And even if you are, isolating yourself completely is not always the right move. You have to be social, at least a little. You should know people. You should know how to talk to people.
The Loneliness Nobody Tells You About
More than anything, I felt alone when I started. But then I realized — I’d be okay alone. What I won’t do is force myself to spend time with people whose values and interests sit completely opposite to mine.
But don’t worry — you’re not going to change just because the people around you are different. You always know who you are. Your upbringing, your mindset — that doesn’t move. Just talk to yourself. Remind yourself of your identity, your goals, your values. And everything will be all right.
We’re All Going Through It
We’re going through a transition, and I know people my age will relate to this — trust me. You will become a better version of yourself if you keep trusting yourself.
So stick with me, like a koala with his favorite tree.
Have you felt this shift too — adapting without losing who you are? Drop your experience in the comments, I’d love to hear it.
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