Choosing to walk alongside people who do what’s right shapes your own life for the better. The Hebrew word for "upright" is yashar, meaning straight, level, or honest. This verse challenges the idea that you can go it alone or that your friends don’t affect your future. The company you keep matters—spending time with people who value honesty and goodness makes it easier to live that way yourself. If you’re wondering how to build a life you won’t regret, start by looking at who you’re walking with. Wisdom means choosing relationships that help you become the person you want to be.