So I kept trying to reply but it wasn't letting me pick my profile to comment, I tried doing it like six times and it still wouldn't work so here's my comment:
I think almost everyone sacrifices something that makes them different from everyone else to fit in with society. I think depending on others can be beneficial to our coming of age so long as they are a good influence, otherwise they can be detrimental. I think there is a difference between coming of age as a member of society and coming of age as an individual because everyone has their moments where they came of age in their own way that nobody else may recognize and there are other moment where someone comes of age and it is recognized by others.
But what determines a good influence? Our concepts of good and bad are based on what we've learned through our life, including what our society has told us. For example, our society tells us all illegal drugs are bad. Suppose a friend of yours offers you an illegal drug saying it will change your life perspective forever. Your conclusion as to whether or not they are a "good" influence is based on your upbringing, societal status and other learned concepts. And even if you determine they are a "bad" influence, that doesn't necessarily make your experience with them detrimental. Usually, it's the opposite.
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