It is unhealthy to keep toxic people for long.
Austin hangs out with Perry who constantly puts down Austin which causes Austin to lose self esteem.
Austin wants to talk to Perry about the put downs.
Austin tells Perry they can't hang out anymore because of Perry's behavior.
Austin tells Perry that the put downs are okay.
Austin removes a negative influence from his life.
Austin continues to be put down by Perry and his self esteem continues to suffer.