As the weight of my struggles began to feel unbearable, a pivotal moment arrived that would change everything. It was during a particularly challenging week when I felt completely overwhelmed by the bullying, academic pressure, and isolation that had defined my high school experience. I had been battling anxiety and self-doubt, and I knew I needed to make a change.

One afternoon, after yet another difficult day at school, I decided to attend a meeting for the support group I had recently joined. The group was small but filled with students who shared their own stories of hardship. As I sat in a circle of familiar faces, I listened intently as others spoke about their experiences with bullying and the feelings of loneliness that plagued them. It was in this moment that I realized I wasn’t alone in my struggles; there were others who understood the pain I felt.

When it was my turn to share, I hesitated at first, but something deep...