A change in the way I thought I was perceived by those around me.

I wrote in my previous blog post about my feeling of disconnect with those around me in school.

I had my lang teacher proofread it, because I respect him a ton, but deep down, I think it’s because I secretly wanted someone to affirm my feelings. But instead of indulging me, he said something that hit me hard.

He told me that he noticed the complete opposite of my feeling. He told me that I (at least in his view) had come out of my shell a lot since the start of the school year. From my perspective, I had spent all year trying to make connections to those around me. But to him,  I just opened myself up more, and let those people come to me. Which makes sense. I made a conscious effort to try and connect with those around me, but without wanting to seem like a fan. He told me that ive really come into my own over the year.

His words really meant a lot. Thanks Mr. Garland.