Why didn't anyone tell me that Middle School is fifty shades of awkward?
1. Be nice to your parents.
Everything they do is out of love, and one day you will appreciate that.
2. Don't be intimidated by the "popular crowd."
"Popular" doesn't exist in your 20's. In 10 years, they will mean nothing to you.
3. Being original is a gift.
I know it seems like you REALLY DESPERATELY need those same Ugg Boots that every single girl in the school has, but you don't. You don't need to be a clone of every girl in your grade, be you.
4. Just eat the cake.
It's okay that your body doesn't look perfect. Your body is beautiful because it's yours, and you are unique.
5. Put down the phone!
There is so much to life besides texting your friends (that you see all day in school) 24/7. Put down the phone and enjoy your life!
6. You're not going crazy... it's hormones.
The monthly rage is totally normal.
7. Not everyone will like you.
Don't be too offended, you're not going to love everybody either. No matter how nice and friendly you are, some people just won't like you, and that's okay.
8. Having acne doesn't make you ugly.
Get some concealer and forget about it!