What did Pony-boy conclude at the end of chapter 7?

At the end of Chapter 7 in "The Outsiders," Ponyboy concludes that despite the ongoing conflicts between the Greasers and the Socs, there are deeper connections among people that transcend social divisions. He realizes the importance of understanding and empathy, recognizing that everyone faces their own struggles. This insight leads him to appreciate the fragility of life and the need for compassion in a world filled with violence and prejudice.