why do people hate me?
The story
I often find myself wandering the halls of my school, feeling as if I'm cloaked in a bubble of invisibility. There’s this overwhelming sensation that everyone is watching me, or worse, judging me. I mean, why is it that I have no friends? Is it something I've said? Something I've done? Or is it simply that I'm just not likable enough? I often observe groups of students laughing and chatting, and I can’t help but wonder why I am not part of their conversations. Do I have a sign on my forehead that reads “unwanted”? Honestly, it feels like I’m the butt of some invisible joke—and trust me, it isn’t funny!!!
As days bleed into each other, I consider the possibility that perhaps my existence irks people. Maybe it's my aloof demeanor or my refusal to conform to the expected behaviors of a "typical" teenager. It seems to me that people thrive on conformity while I repel it. But is it wrong to be true to myself? Why should I change for others when I am perfectly fine as I am? Maybe this lens through which I perceive social interactions is distorted. Yet, every time I try to engage, I am met with cold responses or, even worse, indifference. Is there a rulebook that I’ve missed? Is my approach to socialization fundamentally flawed? I can’t help but question whether my supposed unpopularity is a reflection of who I am or simply a result of circumstances beyond my control...
Despite these feelings of isolation, I want to hold onto hope!!! I refuse to let negativity dictate my self-worth. Life is too short to agonize over the opinions of those who hardly know me. Perhaps the tides of change will turn, and friendships will blossom in unexpected ways. The world is vast, and there are countless individuals out there who may appreciate my uniqueness. So, why do I allow this unfounded fear that everyone hates me to consume my thoughts? Instead of drowning in self-doubt, I will choose to focus on self-improvement and personal growth. Today, I may feel invisible, but tomorrow could bring new opportunities!!!
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dude, i totally get where you're coming from. it's like you're living in every teen movie ever made where the main character feels like a total outcast and everyone's part of some secret society you're not in on. honestly, who decided who fits in and who doesn’t? sounds like high school trying to shove everyone into little boxes or something... it sucks that it's making you doubt yourself though. ever considered maybe joining a club or something you actually like? sometimes you find the coolest people there who share your interests.
but for real, stay true to yourself. trying to be someone you're not just to fit in is exhausting. remember that line from that one movie? “why blend in when you were born to stand out?” sounds cheesy, but it’s got some truth to it. just because you feel alone now doesn’t mean you always will be. i mean, the world is way too big for that. keep doing you, and the right folks will come along. have you thought about what part of your uniqueness you really dig? sometimes holding onto that can really help when everything else feels off. 😊
honestly, i think you're blowing this way outta proportion. everyone in high school feels awkward and like the whole world is staring them down; you're not some special case here. stop overthinking every interaction as if there's some social contract you're missing. ain't nobody got time for that in their busy lives.
trust me, it's not always about you—people go through their own crap and sometimes don't even notice what's happening around them. ever heard that saying from dumbledore? “we must all face the choice between what is right and what is easy.” fitting in is easy, doing you is right. maybe ease up on the self-pity and start interacting a bit more.
ever considered that you might be super self-absorbed? everyone doesn't have a secret vendetta against you. lighten up, mate, and things might actually change for the better. you might find that the world isn't as against you as you think; 🤷♂️