We all want to move past stereotypes and feel like we belong. Stereotypes go beyond even opinions of people who are different. There are even stereotypes within your own group. We all live with stereotypes. Even if we don't want to admit it, we do.
Everyone wants to feel like they belong. That's probably why most people stick to people who they feel they can most identify with. I know that I would feel very uncomfortable trying to hang out with a multi-millionaire. I wouldn't feel like I have anything in common with them. What would we talk about? Suspicion arises when someone who is different from you asks you to join them for an outing. Is it possible their motives are less than kind? Do they want you around for amusement? Are you a novelty to them? Honestly, if you have ever been in this situation do you not wonder?
As long as people want something from you they will tolerate your (choose an option) offensive/boring/irritating behavior. Once they get what they want they will disappear from your life.
Am I being to harsh? Maybe. But, keep in mind I'm following the wisdom of the Sopranos. Many people don' t make it out alive on this series. Anything less than complete frankness just will not cut it on this blog...
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