I don't feel threatened by people telling me that I'm fortunate. I came to the conclusion before they told me. Everyone has the ability to think whatever they want- there's no right answer. You can tell me I should feel privileged or I should feel neglected. Either way, I know that I grew up as a middle class white guy in MA and have a college degree. I'm effectively doing better than 95% of the people on earth, from an economic and opportunity standpoint. Some people would take this as a criticism- "you should have done more with your privileged life". Maybe, maybe not. I think the important part is that people should be able to look around and acknowledge their blessings, whatever they may be.