I like playing the tips myself, but if I'm playing with buddies or family that want to play from the white tees, I don't even bat an eye. I'd rather have fun with them and play the same tees rather than stepping back a tee or two due to my ego. I also think shooting well from any tee is an accomplishment and I feel good about it regardless, golf is hard man. Hitting quality shots should give you confidence, if scoring well from a closer tee isn't giving you confidence then you're thinking about it the wrong way.