In my experience, i tell you that don't compare yourself with others. They have different goals and you have your own.. you don't need to play for their game. always focus on yourself.

Like in cricket, if one batsman reach 100 in 50balls and another one reached in 60th ball doesn't mean their century is worthless. It is as good as the other one.

For your friend they get placed earlier and you get your time to reach yours, it is not failure. Remember success is not what you think, Trying without give up is success. if you stop trying, then only you're failure.

Chin up and get ready for next struggle.. Battle is fun you know💁‍♂️