My name is Katherine, and I am 18 years old. All of my middle school life, I was severely bullied. My self confidence was sooooo low, that I really didn't know the reason why I was still living. My own stepmom didn't even try to boost it up any. In school, there was always something I got made fun of. The way my hair was. The clothes I was wearing weren't cool enough. It got so much into my head that I was depressed every day of my life from the age of 13 to the age of 17. I finally have a supportive friend by my side, that absolutely makes me feel like I can so anything with my life. My boyfriend also makes me feel 100% like i do anything as long as I put my mind to it. 

I just wanted to say that no matter what happens in your life, there will always, always be something to look forward to. ALWAYS. As the cliche goes, there's always a light at the end of the tunnel. Have faith that things will get better, and they eventually will. Just know that in your mind and in your heart that you were put on this Earth by God for a reason, and you are meant to live a long and beautiful life, even if it may not seem like it for the time being.

Keep your Faith <3 

But most important of all, you have a voice that is meant to be heard! Speak out!