by Silvy on August 2nd, 2011, 4:47 pm
*hugs Ren*
I understand how that conversation would weird you out. But the things going on in your life are no worse or better than your friend on the phone, just merely different. Every person walks their own path.
It's normal to wonder and compare your own life path with others. You're doing what you intend to do and that's great. Acknowledge things going on in friends lives, and celebrate with them as you know they'll celebrate with you.
Marriage, children, your own flat or going to Uni are not signs of success or failure--they're markers that each person decides on whether or not it's something they want.
Do what you plan to and measure your success by your own happiness. You're a smart, compassionate person who will achieve what she wants, when she wants, and not a moment before.
Like Eleanor Roosevelt said, "No one can make you feel inferior without your consent."
*offers tea and biscuits* Just keep on being you!