This was said to me by someone who I thought I was close to for a miniscule amount of time. On different occasions they said a lot of rude things to me as a result of a falling out, which I won't go into.
As I said before I have trouble believing in myself. I have in fact contemplated dropping out of school because of my low sense of self-efficacy, but it was never serious. Even if I wanted to I would still finish my bachelors degree since it is my Grandma's money being spent. She has saved up for my college education since I was a baby, and it would be horrible to disappoint her in that way.
These words stick out to me from everything that was said. However, instead of breaking me down, which was the ill-mannered intention, it motivates me. Because deep down inside I know that I am capable. I know that I can succeed and be great, even if most of the time I let myself feel defeated and overwhelmed. And it's plain old irritation and hardheadedness that is pushing me to prove them wrong and do exactly the opposite of what they "expect."
I am awesome, so suck it!
