Teasing eventually stops for all, but that doesn't mean the hurt that has been caused is erased. Besides, I was going through an awkward time so once I felt more comfortable with myself, people were more comfortable with me.
And it wasn't like I made enemies. The teasing was only because they were being mean to be mean. That stuff, people grow out after a bit (thank god or else I'd have killed myself by now).
I care about what my friends think of me because I would like them to think they have a good opinion of me. My family not so much so because they are family and what they think of me doesn't matter as much because I know they will be there no matter what.
Besides, who wants to be known as an antisocial anime freak anyways? It's a matter of pride. Anime and manga and fangirling over Kimeru is a hobby (one that I feel passionate about) but it isn't who I am so I'd rather not be known for it. If I'm going to be labeled as something, I'd much rather be labeled as a great student who never fails. There's some more of my pride showing.
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on 2004-09-15 07:31 pm (UTC)And it wasn't like I made enemies. The teasing was only because they were being mean to be mean. That stuff, people grow out after a bit (thank god or else I'd have killed myself by now).
I care about what my friends think of me because I would like them to think they have a good opinion of me. My family not so much so because they are family and what they think of me doesn't matter as much because I know they will be there no matter what.
Besides, who wants to be known as an antisocial anime freak anyways? It's a matter of pride. Anime and manga and fangirling over Kimeru is a hobby (one that I feel passionate about) but it isn't who I am so I'd rather not be known for it. If I'm going to be labeled as something, I'd much rather be labeled as a great student who never fails. There's some more of my pride showing.