Jessica It's Because Of Monster Like you That gaga does what she does. I love littlemonsters.com :)

Most people in the world have been bullied, so the people that have been bullied need to stand together and say WE ARE UNIQUE, NOT SHEEP LIKE THE REST OF YOU!, and we dont need to push ourselves to the ground because it won't help anything

Aww you're a really sweet person :)

As I'm sure Melanie would also point out, it's not just a problem for teens though. It's 20 years later for me & although I always try very hard to have faith & believe in myself, it doesn't take long or a lot to bring those negative thoughts back to the surface. For some people, for one reason or another, and as unfortunate as it may be, it can be a life long struggle. Depression is a harsh mistress and can be very unforgiving.

Dear Jessica. Unfortunately self esteem cannot be gained by just saying “You’re worthy it; Your special” etc. although I think it is a good start. The fundamental change begins with the following (maybe a bit aggressive) realization: “Nobody on this planet has the right to tell you how you have to be and what you have to do!” So it’s not so much about yourself – it’s about those people who try to dictate your life. Revolt! – You have the right to do so. And if you don’t have the strength, find people who do it for you.

Ah, good point Jessica. I had a bit of an epiphany years ago when in a dark painful place. I thought to myself: what would you say to a child going through this? and it was the first time I ever had compassion for myself. The negative self-talk is a tough track to break.... I'm still working on it ;-)

Its not okay to bully others AT ALL. We want to take a stand for bullying & help others going through it. WHY do we think it's okay to bully ourselves with negative head speak? Such as "Youre worthless" "fat & ugly" "pathetic" "Nobody likes me". There is so much teen depression & suicide happening that has to be stopped!! Next time you think negative thoughts about yourself just think: "Would I say this to somebody else & how much would it hurt them!?" Think this instead : "YOU ARE WORTH IT. YOU ARE BRAVE. YOU ARE SPECIAL. YOU ARE UNIQUE. YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL NO MATTER WHAT! CAUSE YOU WERE BORN THIS WAY!" Ive been thorugh a lot & if you ever need a friend or anybody to listen to you i am always here for support & always willing to help with what i can Xx