Protecting myself
We developed strategies to protect what I had worked so hard for. Kevin came up with a lot of good ideas: stay polite but firm, don't make promises, stay cautious and only disclose what was necessary. "You built this stability yourself," he reminded me. "Don't let anyone take it away from you." Our conversation strengthened my resolve - I would no longer simply give away what was mine. Kevin's words acted like a shield, protecting me from any threat of manipulation.
Protecting myself
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Staying alert
Kevin helped me to see things clearly. "Stay on guard, but don't shut them out completely," he suggested. It was about finding a balance - maintaining stability while staying alert. If I was asked for unusual favors or something felt suspicious, I should be prepared. "Remember, man, your peace is not up for grabs," he cautioned. With Kevin's support, clarity returned and my mind was made up: whatever they wanted, it wasn't going to be easy.
Stay vigilant
