We're shaped by the people we spend the most time with – their energy, priorities, and direction. Sometimes they pull us forward, sometimes they hold us back.

Emily realized she'd been giving most of her energy to Nicole, a friend who always left her second-guessing herself. Meanwhile, she'd been ignoring Maya, who made her laugh and stood by her through hard times. It was time to flip that script.

This lesson gives you a simple challenge: take inventory. Look at the people closest to you and ask if they're helping you become the person you want to be. Then turn the question around: what kind of friend are you? To someone else, you might be their "Nicole" or their "Maya."

You'll choose two prompts to work through: identify one friendship to invest more in, identify one boundary you might need to set, or write a message of appreciation to someone who's been a positive influence. When you give more energy to relationships that build you up and become the kind of friend who builds others up, the whole direction of your life can change.

Key Takeaways

• We're shaped by the people we spend the most time with: their energy, priorities, and direction

• You're not just influenced by others; you're also influencing them

• Taking inventory of your relationships helps you decide where to invest your energy and what boundaries to set