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[uplifted-vibes]

To All the Warriors: You Are Not Alone in This Fight

Let’s get real for a minute. If you’ve ever faced bullying, you know it can feel like being trapped in a nightmare, with no way to escape. I want to share my journey not just to recount the pain, but to show you that you are not alone in this fight. We all deserve to feel seen and heard, and I want to remind you of the incredible strength you hold within.

From my very first day in high school, I felt the sting of being targeted. I just wanted to fit in, to learn, and to make friends, but instead, I became the punchline to their cruel jokes. I remember vividly the lunchroom—my so-called friends were right there, sitting at the same table, trying not to laugh while I was the butt of their jokes. I could feel their eyes on me, but their silence felt like betrayal. Food would be thrown at me like I was a living target, and the laughter that followed was deafening. “Look at her! Can’t she even eat without making a mess?” they’d say, and it cut deep.

The tripping was a regular occurrence. Just walking down the hall, my feet would be yanked out from under me, and I’d fall hard to the floor. The looks on their faces told me everything I needed to know—they thrived on my humiliation. “Why don’t you just go away?” they’d taunt, their words laced with venom. The worst was when they’d yell, “Go kill yourself!” as if my life was a joke to them. Those words echoed in my mind long after the laughter faded, leaving a mark that felt impossible to erase.

And what about the teachers? When I went to them, pleading for help, all I got in return were empty promises. They were more concerned about maintaining their precious reputation than ensuring the safety of their students. “We don’t want to create a scene,” they’d say, brushing off my pain like it was nothing more than a fly buzzing around their heads. I was screaming into a void, desperate for someone to hear me, to care, but the silence was crushing. I often felt like I was fighting my battles alone.

The truth is, those who bully often do so because of their own insecurities. It’s like they have to tear others down to feel better about themselves. But here’s the kicker: their actions reflect their problems, not yours. They’re projecting their unhappiness onto you, trying to drag you down because they can’t stand the thought of anyone being confident or happy when they feel so small.

Eventually, after years of enduring this torment, I made the hardest decision of my life: I left that school. Walking out of those gates felt like shedding a layer of skin, leaving behind the pain that had clung to me for far too long. But even now, I still carry the scars—physical reminders of that pain on my arms, back, and legs. Each mark tells a story, one of bullying and the fight to reclaim my self-worth.

If I’m being honest, I have regrets. I wish I had been braver, spoken up sooner, or had the courage to stand up for myself when it felt like no one else would. I regret not realizing sooner that their words held no power over me. There were moments when their taunts made me consider the unthinkable, thoughts of ending it all creeping into my mind. I let their opinions shape my self-image for too long, and I often replay the moments in my head, wishing I could go back and show them my strength instead of feeling small. But those regrets are a part of my story, and they’ve taught me invaluable lessons about resilience and self-love.

But here’s the truth I’ve learned: those experiences do not define me. Yes, they shaped my fears, and sometimes the memories creep back in, whispering doubts into my mind. But every time I face that pain, I transform it into strength. I refuse to let their words dictate my worth.

To all the girls out there who’ve faced similar battles, let me remind you: you are so much more than their words. You are powerful, resilient, and worthy of love and respect. When they throw food or trip you up, brush it off and keep moving. You have dreams to chase and a life waiting for you that is far greater than their cruelty.

And let me tell you something: you are not alone. There are countless others who understand your struggles, who’ve faced the same darkness and come out stronger on the other side. Embrace your story; wear your scars like badges of honor. They signify your survival, your strength, and your determination to rise above the hurt.

Don’t be afraid to speak up. Your voice matters. Stand tall, refuse to be silenced, and know that you are part of a fierce community of warriors who support one another. Together, we can break the cycle of pain and create a world where everyone feels safe and accepted.

So here’s my challenge to you: when those voices of doubt creep in, shout back. “I am worthy! I am enough!” Because you are. Your worth is not tied to anyone else's opinion of you. You are a force of nature, capable of achieving amazing things.

Let’s rise together, unapologetically. You are not just surviving; you are thriving. And I’m cheering for you every step of the way. You are more than their words. You are a warrior.

[bloghrexach]

Nolite te bastardes carborundorum. Don't let the bastards grind you down.

Margaret Atwood, The Handmaid’s Tale (The Handmaid's Tale, #1)

@hrexa

[in-tenebris-et-in-solitudine]

Stand on your principles even if it gets lonely.

[astramari1212]

I Will Live Again

He turned my kindness into chains, My forgiveness into endless pains. With lies, he cloaked himself in light, While I was silenced, out of sight.

But no more.

Let him play the wounded saint, Let him thrive on their constraint. The world may buy his hollow cries— I see the truth behind his lies.

I will not bend; I will not break, I rise for freedom’s holy sake. My heart grows cold, my mind is clear, No more will I bow to fear.

For cruelty births the strength I need, To claim my life, my dreams, my creed. Each step I take, I move away, Toward a brighter, boundless day.

My children, my freedom, my guiding star— They lead me to where my triumphs are. The future is mine; it is unrestrained, A life rebuilt, unmarked by pain.

Let the world believe his deceitful hymn, One thing is certain: it will not contain him.

I will live again.

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[theloulouge]

Reminder Reflections 206

“A wise woman wishes to be no one’s enemy; a wise woman refuses to be anyone’s victim.” – Maya Angelou

[bugsthoughtmachine]

When I slipped the pages down my fingers

A pervasive sting causing a wince

Not at the flap of skin left behind

But the bloody handprint

Pressed deep into the heart and soul

Of every single woman that I know

The curvature of the R

Tearing the guts out one at a time

I miss the peace

The piece if me left there with him

30 percent he whispers

Children

20 percent

Women

A creeping crawling seeping sting

The skin begins to break before me

I fold the paper back up

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[in-joylife]

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[e-c-i-m]

Dear Blessed Child of God,

Put Faith in Jesus!

With Love, ECIM

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[viridis-loxodonta]

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[dhagone]

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