The Growth Pattern....

A key factor in our personal growth is our relationships with others. You can tell a great deal about the direction of a persons life by looking at who they choose to spend their time with. Those are the people who frame your ideas and impact the way you think and act. If you choose to be around people who are positive and dedicated to not only their own growth, but others it will encourage your desires and growth as well. It is not always comfortable to associate with others ahead of you in their achievements or more seasoned in their experience,  but it is always beneficial if your mind is receiving and not competing. It has to be a win-win situation though; you have to be willing to bring something to the table yourself or the relationship won't last and your growth will be limited to your own ability to give.