Recently, I had the opportunity to be in a music video. It is called Barricade by Gentri. While I was watching it, I was taught a major life lesson. I already knew these things, but seeing myself as a bully in the video didn't make me feel good at all. The video is about knocking down the barricade that stands between you and other people. I watched the video and started to think "Is that who I actually am?" That definitely is not the person I want to be. It is important to allow people to come into our lives and let them change us for the better.
This year, going to a new school, I have met so many different people. I have tried to have an open mind and let everyone into my life. This has helped me to make so many friends. Each person has taught me an important lesson.
A few girls in particular have been so nice to me. Instead of being the mean girl that I was in the video, they welcomed me and accepted me as a friend. I am so glad that they did that, because it isn't easy to go to a new school and make friends. They were just who I needed to boost my confidence and let me know that it really isn't that hard to make friends.
This is a short post, but I feel like some people just need a quick reminder of what a huge problem bullying, judging, and criticizing people really is. Be the kind of person that people look up to and go to you for help. I invite you to look for people that you can help. I promise it isn't that hard. You could be the answer to their prayers.
