The "being thrown out of the tribe" feeling is one of the largest culprits in people not becoming rich.
It is said, and fairly true, that you are a conglomeration of the five people you hang around with most.
And most neo-liberals (not liberals) are some of the most tribe oriented people. Who dance on egg-shells to stay in the "in" group.
But, if you are going to make a mark on the world. If you are going to change the world. Then you have to radically depart from the norm.
I always heard it as you are most similar to your 5 closes friends. Since that also includes income, your way makes a lot of sense for explaining it to people.
i've never heard the thing about an individual being a conglomeration of the five people we hang out with most. That is fascinating! thanks!