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Why "13 Reasons Why" Made Me Realize The Power Of Words

Since watching "13 Reasons Why," I've being doing some thinking...

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Why "13 Reasons Why" Made Me Realize The Power Of Words
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Contrary to what Christina Aguilera may believe, words actually CAN bring you down.

After binge watching 13 Reasons Why, I came to the realization that without even knowing it, the things you do every day have such a huge impact on others lives. Even if you think that what you're saying is a joke, it may not come off that way to everyone. The smallest comment you make could be the straw that breaks the camel's back. Something could seem like no big deal to you, but feel horrible to someone else. Everything you say means a lot more than you think.

After watching this show, you realize that even just the way you once looked at someone could have ruined them, nevermind if you were mean to them or ended a friendship on bad terms. Just watch what you say or how you interact with people because even the strangers you see on the street could be dealing with issues that you have no idea about. Take a second and smile at a stranger or ask them how they're doing and genuinely want to know. The smallest act of kindness can change someone's entire life.

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