I get that, I'm just saying it doesn't always apply.
The thread capitalized "EVERYONE" and the premise is pushing towards no exceptions.
That's my only point. I'm fortunate enough to where people didn't judge me solely on who I hung around. 4 of my groomsmen did over 5 years in prison. All of them sold drugs, committed robberies, weapons charges...
All those dudes had multiple baby mom's. And a whole lotta other shit I never got into. Very adjacent, but not directly.
I get understandable, but I'm saying it's never definite. I used to always tell people I'm more of a good influence on them, than them being a bad influence on me. Cuz more time than not I'd offer a voice of reason when shit almost hit the fan
I get it. You not the only person who grew up with someone who they'd call a friend who did some questionable shit and it's not a definite that you always do what your friends do. But being friends with people who are into certain shit can also mean that you are ok with certain things being in the orbit of your life. And whether you realize it or not the actions of your friends can spill over into your life. Once you hit a certain age, that risk just ain't worth it. So as 40 year old me I'm definitely a bit harsher in how I judge the company people keep vs when I was younger and the consequences didn't seem as impactful.