People make jokes. But ever realize how it affects someone else? How many people become depressed because of you? And are you going to change or keep being the same because you think it’s a harmless joke?

When I was in about 4th grade, I started to realize the things people said about me, but I didn’t think too much of it. I knew that something was wrong when people kept talking about my bad features. I started to become a sensitive person and if someone said something to me I would hide my emotions and when I got home would cry and wonder why I was like this. 

I started to get insecure about myself and take it to heart when someone said something bad about me. I always thought I was like everybody else, but I had a little more weight than most kids, and people would come for what I wore they took that as an advantage and came for me with fat jokes and saying that my clothes were cheap or fake. Now, I know if you are big or if you wear something that’s not a popular brand you get bullied in real life and on social media.

The media would comment and say that I was fat and just say bad things overall. I was sensitive enough to believe that it was true, and I’ve been wearing baggier and looser clothes for almost 4 years now.

Over time, the teasing I faced about my weight and what I wore has profoundly changed me. Initially, it stung deeply and impacted my self-esteem, making me feel insecure and isolated. However, I gradually learned to embrace who I am and developed a stronger sense of self-worth. Instead of letting the comments define me, I began focusing on my health and adopting a style that reflects my personality rather than conforming to others’ expectations.

This journey has empowered me to stand tall, celebrate my uniqueness, and cultivate resilience in the face of negativity. Now, I view those experiences as lessons that have shaped me into a more confident individual, unafraid to express myself authentically. This article is for me, and for many, about how making fun of someone for looks can affect the rest of their life.

Thank you for reading and please remember to be nice to others!