We all know middle school is a hard time in life. It is a journey of self discovery and awkward phases. Yet, we make it through and move onto crucial years of development in HS. Thankfully, over time we change and grow into adulthood. So, for any middle schoolers out there, there is hope that things will get better in time. Being past that young stage, if you think back to your middle school years, specifically seventh grade, how would you define yourself?

1. Quiet, smart kid

You were happy working quietly in class on homework. You had your close friends, but school wasn't about all the social stuff for you. You enjoyed learning, and people soon came to realize that you were very smart and would probably predict you to be the class valedictorian.

2. Loud and obnoxious

You were not afraid to speak your mind even if what you said sounded unpleasant to the people around you. You couldn't filter what came out of your mouth in the way that middle schoolers have trouble doing.

3. Shy, developing

You were probably not one to speak up in class and did not want to be the center of attention. Perhaps you were still waiting for your growth spurt, so interacting with someone of the opposite gender might have been nerve racking for you. But you made it through with giggle and smiles.

4. Class clown

Making everyone laugh is more fun that listening to the teacher talk. You couldn't help yourself.

5. Angelic child

You behaved well, earned good grades, answered questions in class, participated in sports, and enjoyed going to school. You had good relationships with all of your teachers, and middle school did not seem too bad for you!

6. Lost soul

You didn't feel like you fit in and/or learning was a struggle. However, you made it through with smiles, many lessons learned, and hope that high school would be better.

8. Athlete

Sports were your thing! You devoted much time to getting better which helped feel less like an uncoordinated middle school student.

7. All about the opposite gender

While other students were paying attention to the teacher, you couldn't help but to think about the girl/guy you were crushing on. If you were in the same class as him, you were probably passing notes ("Will you go out with...?"). Or you were leaning over to talk to her, and the teacher had to ask you to stop talking.

Like I said, middle school is a journey of self discovery and awkward phases. Yet, we make it through and move onto more crucial years of development in high school. As time passes, we see changes and growth that allows us to transition into adulthood where can own our past, feel comfortable in the present, and we have goals for the future. So, for any middle schoolers out there, remember that things will get better in time. Just keep doing your best in all that you do.