Friends in middle school

Hi.

I'm an eighth grader. I have been through some really tough times dealing with friends and enemys. Its not healthy to have enemys because it will just come back to haunt you when your older and are out of college. So, if you are having any tough times here and there just remember this: We are probally not going to see the exact same people ever again. And what can they do to us? Nothing.

Just find a good group of people who you can get along with and be friends with. And don't think about the other negative people who try to stop us from who we are because at the end of the day, we do have true friends, and we want to shine and be our complete selves.

Middle school, so far, I would have to say are the hardest years in my life by dealing with friends. Remember, be yourself, not what others want you to be because you will not have any fun expressing who you truly are inside. And I know that there are some little miss populars in every school, so if they tell you to where a specific brand of clothing or shoes that you know are way too expensive for your budget, then don't listen to them. You know what your own style is and thats part of who you are and nobody can change that for you. I hope you will take my advice and use it in a very special way!

-An 8th grader

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What a mature young comment from this 8th grader! I only hope that my 6th grader looks at life the way you do when she's your age! Good job!

Junior High is typically the worst years for most students as each are starting to if not already have come into their own and now it is time to fit into the larger group.

My son has a very hard 7th grade, consistently being bullied and picked on. 8th grade was only a bit better but he was able to have a complete fresh start at a highschool in another state. He is in love with his new highschool and is always impressed with how much differently the students act here versus where we previously lived. He is accepted more readily then he ever has been and it is helping him to feel good about himself.

The best advice I can give is be there and listen very carefully to what your junior high student shares with you. If something concerns you and you try to ask more about it, the student chooses to shut down...don't let it go. Keep digging, even if it means you have to get the information from the school or other students.

I personally could not wait until junior high was completed for my son and I know my son could not wait either. It was like a huge weight was lifted off our shoulders once his last day of school finally came to an end.

I think for someone like Twilight to have such a positive outlook is wonderful. More students like her would do wonders for a mentoring program for those students who have a hard time understanding the concepts Twilight has come to learn, hone and practice.

Twilight, your positive attitude and perspective is admirable. Please extend my congratulations and respect to your parent(s)/guardians for their contribution in your upbringing. I hope you will continue on your chosen path of deep thinker extraordinaire... And you can count on my vote when you're running for president :)

thank you so much! i really wish i could be your daughter's friend. yes, i would love for her to read it!!

Really great advice twilight. My daughter has been homeschooled for several years and is going into public school this year 8th grade. I hope she meets kids like you. Kudos. I definitely will have my daughter read this.

well, actually i'm going into the 8th grade. so a lot of my older friends said it is a living nightmear, but we will both see for our selves! And trust me, girls fight more with girls than boys do with boys

My son is going into the 8th grade i was wondering how hard its going to be?

Hey twilight1234, thanks for sharing your story. I think it's great advice for other kids your age. You have a mature attitude and it sounds like you came out of some hard times with your head on straight. Having such a good understanding of yourself will help you a lot in high school. Take care! TJ

You sound like a very mature 8th grader! Keep thinking that way and you'll continue to do fine.

Thamk you so much for what you commented on my advice. I would love to get to know your children. I wish I did. My parenst do think I'm a great role modle for younger ones and I'm 13. I would love to have you as a friend on GreatSchools. So would you mind sending me a friend request? And will you tell all your friends on GreatSchools to read and reply to my article? Thanks

i think that its so wonderful that you are sharing advice and your story w/ others who may be having a hard time. It sounds to me like you are a very bright and caring person and you are well on your way to the top! Keep it up...we need more kids like you around. I would be proud to have you as a frind to one of my children...your parents should be very proud and impressed w/ your maturity.

please post your reply on my advice! Thanks!

twilight1234

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