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The Inner Struggle
I look nice today.
But you’re hair is a mess.
These boots are comfortable.
But they’re tattered, and don’t go with your jeans.
I’m glad I have a friend.
The girl over there has hundreds of friends.
I like that model’s clothes.
Why can’t you look more like her?
I’m glad to be me.
You!? Why would anyone want to be you.
Maybe I’ll wear a little bit of makeup today.
A little? How about a lot.
I think I’ll wear this to school.
That makes you look fat.
I’m going to go sit with those girls.
Those girls are way better than you.
Should I have chocolate milk or coke with lunch?
Cool it on the sweets! No wonder you’re so big!
I don’t mind being me.
You should be more like them.
If I wear my hair like this no one will be able to see my face.
Lets hope so.
That boy has a cute smile.
As if he would even notice you.
I think I’ll eat lunch alone.
At least you wont be bothering anyone.
I want to be more like them.
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In middle school ones self image can change drastically until everyday is a fight against negative thoughts.