Steer clear of those who diminish others. Their presence is a shadow that casts darkness over the soul, dimming the light within us all. To belittle another is to rob them of their inherent worth, and in doing so, the one who does so reveals a poverty of spirit. Surround yourself instead with those who uplift, who see the brilliance in others and fan the flames of potential. For it is in the company of such souls that we grow, finding strength in our shared humanity and rising together to greater heights.