How do significant life events or the passage of time influence your perspective on life?

One of the greatest advantages of spending decades on this planet is the wealth of experiences you accumulate with the passage of time. Some of these moments shift your perspective on life and relationships in profound ways. In my case, they didn’t just change my outlookthey reshaped my entire personality, opening my eyes and molding me into the person I am today.

Early on, I learned a hard truth: when faced with life’s toughest challenges, I was often on my own. I also discovered that success has a strange effect on peoplethose who once mocked my struggles were suddenly eager to share in my achievements.

Did this realization leave me bitter or disillusioned? Not at all. Instead, it taught me one of life’s most valuable lessonswho to trust and who to keep at arm’s length.