If you try to avoid every instance of peer pressure you will end up without any peers whatsoever, and the trick is to succumb to enough pressure that you do not drive your peers away, but not so much that you end up in a situation in which you are dead or otherwise uncomfortable. This is a difficult trick, and most people never master it, and end up dead or uncomfortable at least once during their lives.
Daniel HandlerSomeone feeling wronged is like someone feeling thirsty. Donโt tell them they arenโt. Sit with them and have a drink.
Daniel HandlerOne of the world's most popular entertainments is a deck of cards, which contains thirteen each of four suits, highlighted by kings, queens and jacks, who are possibly the queen's younger, more attractive boyfriends.
Daniel Handlerit is a sad truth in life that when someone has lost a loved one, friends sometimes avoid the person, just when the presence of friends is most needed.
Daniel HandlerEveryone tells you it's all right to cry, but not enough people say it's all right if you don't want people to know.
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