You should not be afraid to have enemies. Only cowards and inauthentic people go through life avoiding them. As your enemy, this is the gift I offer you.

When you encounter an enemy, pause and ask yourself some important questions: Is this person worthy of the title? Better yet, do you admire something in them? Are they better than you in some way? These are not trivial questions, because a true enemy should be someone capable of pushing you beyond your limits. This is why you must not only confront but desire the elevation of your enemy. The further they rise above you, the harder you must work to match or surpass them. In this way, your enemy becomes more than a rival—they become your ideal, the force that compels you to grow. Paradoxically, your enemy becomes your best friend. This is the role I hope to play for you, my friend.

If you have no enemies, it is not because you are perfect or universally loved—it is because you are weak. You rationalize certain behaviors, bending them to fit a comfortable narrative, and avoid conflict rather than standing firm. But this is not the path to strength. Instead, start by building yourself into a capable individual—one strong enough to hold fast to what truly matters. Only then can you stand unwavering in your convictions, no matter who challenges you.

The truth is, the only way to defeat an enemy is to become better every single day. Growth is the ultimate weapon. An enemy you admire, one who forces you to elevate yourself, is worth far more than an enemy who leaves you indifferent. Indifference is a sign of complacency, while admiration kindles the fire of ambition.

When the time comes to fight, let there be no dirty tricks. Only cowards resort to deceit. Battles fought with honor, dignity, and respect are the ones that truly test your character. They force you to dig deep, to uncover strength and courage you didn’t know you had. A worthy enemy deserves nothing less than your best effort, fought with integrity.

So, welcome your enemies—not with hatred, but with gratitude. Let them challenge you, provoke you, and drive you toward your potential. The enemy you face is a reflection of your own strength and determination. By rising to meet them, you rise within yourself.

With honor, dignity, and respect,
Your best friend—and your worst enemy.