I want to kick something.?

Question

Why is it that people who don't wear the same clothes or do the same things as others get made fun of?

I just got done reading an article about Emilie Autumn, and I think she's great, but it made me so sad to find out that she was made fun of and hurt as a kid.

There are many other great artists I know of that had similar pasts.

As far as I know, they are all really great people - very nice, intelligent, and creative.

To me, that's such an idealistic personality.

Earlier today, as I was waiting for my class to start, I heard a bunch of prep girls "whispering" about how weird my hair was and how quiet I was. This does't mean much to me, because I they don't know me enough to know how "quiet" I am. I don't think my hair was that bizarre either. I guess the closest look would be a Helena Bonham Carter look, for a mental image.

And so what if I don't like to wear clothes from Hollister or the c**p? It's expensive, and it'll go out of fashion in the next few years anyway.

Why not wear something that'll last? That you'll be known for?

Everyone insists on being the same, and it's pissing me off that these dull, smart ***, idiots have the gull to call ME strange.

I think it's strange that they are all the same. Robots are strange to me. I, on the other hand, feel real, and real goes a long way compared to fake.

Look, point is, I'm just trying to survive highschool until I get out and do my own thing. I don't want to grow up paranoid.

Any pointers?

Answer 1

Ignore them.

People, especially kids and teens, are exceptionally cruel and most of the time... they target those who are different to make themselves "fit in" more. They are AFRAID of being different. Those who do fit in and don't ridicule others are the ones who are truly comfortable with who they are.

Everyone has to find themselves. Some people do it by trying to blend in, some do it by trying to stand out, and some just... try very hard to be themselves.

Be yourself. Ignore the "haters".  Does it matter what they say about you? When they say you're 'weird' or 'strange', just smile and say thank you. It got me through high school pretty well.

Answer 2

I totally agree with you. Like why do people have to act like that?!

I think you should just be you. and if some one doesn't like it then they are the one missing out on getting to know you.

Answer 3

don't kick something.

Just quit life.

Answer 4

Just be yourself and be a nice person to everyone, and try not to judge them...for example, don't call girls "preps". And if they decide to judge you and be mean, everyone that matters will know they are the freaks for saying stuff for no reason. Kill them with kindness, and if all they have to use against you is how you look and dress, they need to build a bridge and get over it. At least you'll be able to look back and not regret being mean to anyone in your high school days, and realize the girls whispering about you felt low enough to do so to make them feel better about themselves. Being real goes a long way, and so does a good personality that can endure some idiots talking about you. Peace and good luck.