A simple thought
Have you ever noticed how some people hit a brick wall in life, never seemingly able to grow internally? Many times these brick walls are a direct reflection of ones unwillingness to expand their knowledge, choosing only to remain stagnant with no desire to grow. It's those same individuals that will never acknowledge the growth in you, opting only to speak negatively of you. Sometimes in life its difficult accepting ones lack of growth due to our once fondness and love for that individual, as true love never dies.