In the novel, Outliers, the author Malcom Gladwell presents

rdship is everywhere, and is especially the case for the characters in the novel. It destroys people’s self-esteem, performance, and even well-being. But it can also create friendship and amplify hope.
A quote from Vince Lombardi Jr. summarises those messages: “The quality of a man's life is in direct proportion to his commitment to excellence, regardless of his chosen field of endeavor [sic].”

e novel “The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian” (2010) page 49-51 written by Sherman Alexie, the narrator Arnold Spirit also known as Junior claims that Indians were worst of times because they have forgotten how to dream and hope while the whites are best of times because they have full of hope which is what makes things happen.

The Indians never care to dream because they are surrounded by hopelessness, they have forgotten how to dream and hope. But the Reardan kids who represent the whites, they dared to dream because they were surrounded by beauty, they were smart, magnificent and ambitious.

Although sometimes Arnold also lies and plays some tricks, he works hard to prove himself, to gain respect and to make friends. It’s a big challenge, but well worth the effort. On the other hand, the internal conflict is the difficulties of creating Arnold’s own autonomy while being faithful to his tribe. Arnold refuses to give up but at the cost of losing his best friend and being considered to betray his tribe. I don’t think this conflict can be resolved only through Arnold’s hard work; it also relies on others’ understanding. I’ll never forget what Rowdy says to Arnold, “You’re an old-time nomad.” It seems Rowdy finally forgives Arnold but I think Rowdy has never really get mad at Arnold. They’re truly best friends.

unior transforms from a socially awkward and self-conscious boy to a confident and courageous young man when he realizes his potential for a promising future. Arnold breaks away from his hopeless reservation to pursue a better career