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I thought middle school would be an upgrade from elementary, which it was but the downsides are the reason I put myself down every single freaking day. I usually don't care about what people think but people call me weird and ugly and a nickname which is Yapitha (it was because apparently I talk too much). It's kind of rude because even if I talk too much, doesn't mean you can make a fucking nickname about me. And apparently one kid said I dated this kid that used to be friends with me but now we hate each other. And the worst part. They knew that we hated each other. They knew why he hated me. I just wanna go back in time and fix the mistakes I made and live a peaceful life. If I was able to do that, I would've had straight A's, I would've had my old friends and no one would resent me. But because of my dumbass, I now have a fucked up life with terrible grades, friends that I'm too scared to trust and half the grade hates me. I wish people actually liked me.
I am sorry to hear that you are going through a tough time. Middle school can be challenging to navigate especially with body changings, hormones increasing, and social dynamics that change every day. Please know it is completely normal to feel overwhelmed and feel like everything is out of control.
Friendship changes can be especially painful, and it’s hard when people you care about don’t treat you the way you deserve. Remember that true friends will support you and value you for who you are, not just for your looks or popularity. Unfortunately, we cannot go back in time but we can learn from our behaviors.
Have you tried talking to your friend? Perhaps letting them know how you feel about their behavior and comments is a place to start. You can also reach out to school counselor or trusted adult in the school for help with peer interactions and mediation.
For the moment, try to focus on what makes you happy. Try to engage in new activities or clubs where you can meet new friends who share ideas and interests in common. It’s okay to take a step back from friendships that are causing you pain because you deserve to feel supported and valued! If you would like to speak more about these concerns, you are welcome to reach out to 2ndfloor through the app or call 888-222-2228.
I’m really sorry to hear how you’re feeling. Middle school can be a tough transition, and it’s completely understandable to feel down about the way people are treating you. It’s hard when you feel like others are judging you or making fun of you, especially with something as personal as your name or how you express yourself.
It’s important to remember that people who tease or make nicknames often do so out of their own insecurities, and it says more about them than it does about you. You deserve to be treated with respect, and it’s not fair for anyone to make you feel bad about who you are.
It’s okay to have regrets about the past, but it’s also important to focus on the present and the future. You’re still growing, and life is full of opportunities to make new friends and improve your situation. If you can, try to find people who appreciate you for who you are, because you deserve that.
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