Each school has a popular kid—the one with a million-dollar smile and an indestructible sense of self that carries their name to every corner of every hallway. Many of us were even jealous of their attention and the things that came with it.
But in a lot of ways, life begins only after graduation, and these people don’t always make use of the head start they have. So Reddit user ZoroX made a post on the platform, asking everyone to share the downfalls of those who seemed to have it all growing up. And they received plenty of memorable stories.
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“As I kept going through the comments, I noticed that a few common themes emerged, mostly drugs, alcohol, and DUI,” they added.
All of which remind us of the pitfalls we see among Hollywood stars as well. Looks like excess and misfortune sometimes do go hand in hand.
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Then there are distorted relationships. Jennifer Crocker and her colleagues argue that focusing on self-image goals at the expense of more compassionate goals leads people to feel competitive, anxious, depressed, and disconnected.
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But at the end of the day, it’s difficult to know for certain if someone’s doing well after school because of their social status or skills.
“It’s a mixed bag—determination and skill often lead to success, but if someone is popular due to their parents’ influence, they might have an easier path because of the opportunities and respect that come with a notable family name.”
What’s certain is that if you want to better your chances, you must try to avoid being a jerk. “It will only hinder your progress and limit your opportunities. Treat others with respect, but don’t be afraid to stand up for yourself if necessary. This insight comes from another question I asked on r/AskReddit about ‘What is the easiest way to mess up your life?’—a lot of responses pointed to being rude and unkind to others.”
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