That I looked like a slut? Who knows

An Open Letter to Victims of Bullying

Growing up, I have encountered people who have been unpleasant to me through all points of my life. I remember one day, I was called into the principal's office, which was odd to me. I do not remember doing anything wrong particularly that day, and I had good grades. So I had no idea what was up.

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People have been driving me off the wall lately. Specifically, on social media. I have seen the crass, canada goose outlet vip ignorant, and intolerant comments made by bullies towards other people canada goose womens outlet disguised in light humor.

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Which is why, instead of addressing the aforementioned, I would like to address and write an open letter to those who have ever fallen victim or prey to bullies.

My message is this: You are beautiful. You are worth it. You are strong. You do not need to fall or adhere to society's mold and constraints. Love yourself because it is only when you love yourself that you truly find your true self worth, and when you do, when you do find your self worth, you become untouchable to every single hurtful thing or word that has ever been or will be said to you because you will know better. You will know better to believe in yourself first, rather than a negative jab that was meant for you to feel bad about yourself. You become a warrior; a warrior for yourself canada goose outlet trillium parka black and for those who have been untreated unjust. And therein lies great beauty, strength, resiliency, and power.

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In conclusion, I would like to personally point out that I am one of those individuals who stand alongside the likes of Jake Cyrus, the young actress and to those who have ever fallen prey to bullying. This piece is for you.