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Um, sometimes? I guess...

Any reason for it?

Well, yeah. Usually it's when I mess up in something I tried to do. Or when my parents are disappointed in me.

What about you? You ever feel like a failure?

Oh, yeah, I know the feeling.

And yes, somewhat. Low self-esteem issues or something, but I often feel like I'm not respected by many I know.

Yeah, not a good one.

I can kinda relate to that. My dad is kind of a big shot, and I always wonder if people really like me for me or because of my family.

Big shot, hm? Is he rich and famous?

Not really famous, per se... He's well known in our town and areas around it. But yeah, he's rich, really influential in the area.

Ah, yes, must be difficult living up to expectations and what not.

Yeah, it can be kinda tough to deal with. But it's not horrible, I guess. I do have some close friends I know I can trust.

Always good to hear. I'm not really one to ever gain close friends, myself. Or have the wonderful cushion of money. Now that would be nice.

[Feels a little awkward now] Eh, money isn't that great. You can never know if people are only interested in your money or really think you're interesting.

And I'm sure you have friends. You seem like a pretty nice guy.

So I often hear. Too much of a good thing perhaps, but even so, I wouldn't mind a little extra myself.

And I thank you, but I suppose I have myself to blame for my not so sociable hobbies.

I guess a little something extra isn't too horrible.

Maybe do the not so sociable hobbies in a sociable way? If that makes any sense...

Too true.

I suppose it does. And it may even be worth a try sometime, though I do enjoy solitude, I must admit. I get enough social time at work, really.

On occasion.

For what reasons, if you don't mind me asking?

Generally, it is when I experience a lapse in self-control.

Ah, yes, an inability to control yourself? I see what you mean.