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Have you ever felt that there is something physical about you that people judge you by?
--From G.K., 11

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“Yeah people think that I am so skinny because that is how I look when I wear shirts but in swimsuits I hate to go out in public. I am so self-confidant. What should I do?”
--Caroline, 10

“I want a growth spurt I feel too small, all my friends are taller than me, and seem to have gone into puberty very early can you help me.”
--Alastair, 10

“Thanks Shi Shi, got new alias London!”
--London, 10

“Hey Jessica, lots of your friends get spanked I am sure, they just don’t tell ya. I am 11 and I still get it (3x since school started). It stinks and is embarrassing (bare is big time) but I know others get it. I don’t get judged over it, but I do get made fun of because sometimes my friends find out.”
--Aimee, 11

“I’m 12 and 126 pounds. Whoop.”
--I'mLovinIt, 12

“There is a girl that I have liked from the first day of school and I really like her but I do not know if she likes me.”
--Colton, 11

“It is hard having a crush. I think.”
--Colton, 11

“OMG!Gymbrat267 that is WAY under weight! Gain more weight! Not LOSE IT! I’m not even 10 and I weigh 70 lbs! (Well I’m tall. ) And plus the answer is you can't lose weight very easily if you are a good weight or if you are under weight. And I think it matters with the gender. Well bye! Love Ya!”
--Morgan, 9

“For all you people who have darker skin...THAT'S OK! If someone makes fun of you just say, “Well that doesn’t matter everyone is special in there own way. And maybe one of the reasons I’m special is because of my skin.” Everyone loves you! I love you! Whoever says that it's just one of your siblings getting mad at you. But they LOVE you! I hope it helps!”
--Zeana, 12

“How do you get your legs skinnier? I ride my scooter everyday for like 2 hours everyday, but it doesn't work my legs are skinny but I want them skinnier. I weigh 46 lbs. I WANT TO BE SKINNY! All my friends are skinnier and weigh less than me!*cries*One of my friends weighs 41 lbs. I’m so jealous. But she's jealous of me cause I have a HUGE house. So we're even. Tell me how to get skinnier!”
--Popular Girl, 11

“I always seem to feel like everyone is judging my wardrobe. Sure, I don't go to Abercrombie, Aeropostale, or Hollister, but I don't change my style...”
--Britney, 11

“Sorry I don't knoe English very well. I’m from Japan. And that's how people judge me. ‘Cause I’m from Japan and 'cause of how I spell things and how I write. Oh, and what are those red lines for? Can you help?”
--Yoko, 12

“I am judged ‘cause I still have bangs.”
--Secretly, 9

“ShiShi, Oh, it's okay. I don't feel like a loser, just sometimes I step back and it's a little strange, because I’m almost 14 (January 1st!, and you give me advice. I appreciate the advice. My life is just weird.”
--JS, 13

“Amber, 10, what you're doing is called bulimia and it is VERY dangerous! I know you may think it's the only thing that works, but it's not worth it. Personally, I think 65 pounds is too skinny for your age...”
--Kirsten

“Amber, you need to stop doing that! You don't want to end up looking like Hilary Duff do you?”
--Tash, 12

“Kstar, having a big butt is good!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!”
--Anonymous

“A kid says I am too young to join The Condiments! They do things that I can't do. They wear high heels, which I can only wear when I pretend...”
--Beth

“Amanda and Christine, I don't want to judge you guys, but if you think your overweight, I think you need to stop focusing on celebrities and realize the average women is a healthy weight of size 14. Size 14 is 175 pounds. Trust doctors, you guys don't have to diet.”
--Violet, 13

“Abbey, I have hazel eyes and light brown hair too but I love it, you should feel good and you don't have 2 b blonde to be beautiful.”
--ShiShi, 10

“Whoa 45 ponds too skinny even if your short, I’m 83 ponds and I think I’m fat what should I do?”
--Abbey, 10

“Hi I’m an 12 year old girl and weigh 92 with a height of 4ft 10' am I over weight or to short?”
--Taelor, 12

“My leg. They say that it's broken when it's not. I had surgery on is because I walked on my toes...”
--Cuerisha, 13

“I get judged about my ears. I hate them and always get teased. I’m getting surgery to help but I advise to use that as a last resort. I started refusing to go to my ice skating competitions because you have to keep your hair pulled back and school was a NO WAY!!”
--Lizie, 11

“Wow so many little girls, but I haven’t started my period, and I love it, I’m not fat, not moody, and enjoying life, but when I start. I’m doomed. Lol. Idk if I haven’t started, b/c ppl r suffering and I’m not, I know my parents started late, but [[: yay. One more year!! : DDD.”
--Amanda

“I’m 12 and weigh 113.5 pounds. Should I diet?”
--Amanda, 12

“I think I’m fat on my thighs and shins! I weigh 70 pounds! And I’m only 9 almost 10! But I am pretty tall. I’m 5. 5. But other people judge me because they think I’m too skinny! ”
--Christine, 10

“JS, I’m sorry I was only trying to give you good advice, not try to make you feel like a loser. I just thought maybe you might want to use my advice and maybe your mom would understand.”
--ShiShi, 10

“Cheese: don't worry, most girls our age have a little extra fat. No one even notices it.”
--Violet, 13

“I’m sorry but 45 pounds in a 9 year old is crazy! ”
--Abbey, 10

“I don't like being tall because people judge me...Well kind of because people at school always say, “You make me feel short.” Oh and I’m 5. 3.”
--Christine, 10

“Bridget, that happens to me too, sometimes. I have this really cool Oscar the Grouch shirt, and they're all like, “YOU LIKE SESAME STREET! " (That shirt is a hand-me-down. D'oh! ) .”
--HarryPotter, 12

“I hate my hazel eyes! also I have light brown hair and I don’t have blond hair.”
--Abbey, 10

“I’m being judged both good and bad! Boys go crazy for me but I’m gothic so a lot of people look at me weirdly and some look like they think I’m a poser! Oh well (insert bored ”I don't really care too much” face).”
--Madelyn, 12

“Yeah, people judge me buy my skin. I’m half white half black and people tease me. Also I’m a tomboy and were boy clothes but my hair is three feet long and people still call me a boy.”
--Greer, 10

“I think I’m fat. I weight 83 pounds!! I guess I have to find a way to deal with it? Anyone got a way to help me?”
--Abbey, 10

"I don't think my friend, Zac, judges me as a girl. I’m more like a guy-girl 'round him. We hang out, play star wars, thing like that. To him I don't think I’m that much of a girl, I hope this isn't ruining my chances of him liking me...”
--Kayla, 11

“I weigh only 50 pounds and I am shorter than 5 feet. I wear glasses and I am called ugly and geeky by people. I really am ugly. Sometimes I wish I could be pretty.”
--Xandara, 12

“This skinny girl keeps talking about how HUGE my butt is! ”
--Kstar, 11

“Gymbrat627, 10 48 pounds?!! !! !! ! That is wayyyyyyyyyyyy less than your average 11-year old. You want to keep that, trust me...”
--Kstar, 11

“Too Practical I totally agree!! ! People going out with people at this age is sooooooo annoying!! ! A couple at my school kissed in front of EVERYONE.”
--Kstar, 11

“I have a pretty big chest and at school all the girls make fun of me for having a chest and now they’re trying to get me to go bra shopping with them and one girl already brought me a bra to wear at school I just don’t know what to do.”
--Nick

“Everybody says that my hair looks weird because it is red and has blonde highlights. My hair is kinda short and I have a crush that (almost) has the same color as me. But I like his personality, I think he is sweet, active, and funny. But everybody thinks I am weird cause they all judge a guy by his looks. David is kinda cute.”
--Tori, 10

“I’m judged causea' mi' stile! OoO.”
--Doooooooom! s'day.

“Yes, sometimes I feel like I am being judged by my stomach. It's not even big, but I think everyone can relate to thinking that they are too fat, or too skinny. But experience has taught me, that I shouldn't care that other ppl are making fun of me, and I should like me for...ME.”
--Shalaela, 11

“Everyone always tells me I am skinny but I think I am fat. Sometimes I know I am skinny, but sometimes I feel like I have all this extra fat on my tummy. What should I do?”
--Cheese, 13

“I have a vintage pressed Elmo shirt and kids make fun of me and say, “You like Elmo?"”
--Bridget

“Have you ever lost your mom?”
--Miracle, 10

“Dudes I model too like this one gal asked me to model with her cloths designing thing she likes to do and make these fancy dresses, so I agreed now I’m stuck in. What will my other friends think!”
--Spooky, 10

“When I was 10 my mom began to comment that I was gaining weight more rapidly than most kids my age and started putting me on a diet. I wasn't allowed to eat sweets or any other fattening foods. But I would get hungry or do something good, and sweets seemed right to reward myself or munch on. So I would sneak them into my room. In the beginning of the summer of the year I was 11 I went to visit my aunt and uncle. They ate a lot and didn't exercise very much and their daughter (who was 11 too) was very overweight, about twice my size. Pretty soon I was bigger than her and didn't even realize it. The more I tried to lost weight the hungrier I got and I just gained more. At the end of the summer I saw my friends again and they didn't recognize me. They worried they would get fat like me and started to diet, then ditched me and teased me like everyone else. When I turned 12 I had gained more from comfort food and eating when I wasn't hungry because I felt bad. Now I am 12 (I have been for 2 months) and I can't lose weight. Right now I am 212 lbs. And about 2 1/2 feet wide! I am only 5'2 and very obese. Do you have any suggestions to lose weight?”
--Chelsea, 12

“Have you ever wanted to become popular? If you did or do, most popular kids judge other kids. They never give unpopular kids a chance to become their friends. If you want to judge people and not give them a chance to become your friend then be my guest, but that is not how you make a real friend.”
--R U ME

“I don't like this page anymore, because it's getting sooo gross!”
--Lori, 11

“Harrypotter, Paris is 45 pounds because she's a little short.”
--Shishi, 10

“Harry Potter, my school is so much like that I’m pretty and everything, but the boys who like me try to hide it in front of their friends. And Kristen (10) wearing a bra at age 10 is NOT growing up too fast.”
--ShiShi, 10

“I really do NOT mean to be rude, but come on people. We all judge people. Most of the time you really don't mean to, but you do. And don't say you don't because WE ALL DO! Duh.”
--Jewel, 13

“Amber stop you could kill yourself!”
--Abbey, 10

“I feel that I am pressured to be thin to all my peers. It's sad, because people who have glasses or aren't pretty or are overweight get not as good of treatment as everyone else. I am not like that, but one of my friends is. She is smart and pretty on the inside. But lost a big election in student council to a popular girl who doesn't have a clue of what student council is. It hurts my feelings to see ur middle school be like this.”
--Lexi, 12

“Yo...Harrypotter, I so completely and totally agree, why can't guys say that they like you????”
--K-a-y-l-a***, 11

“Paris, 45 POUNDS??? OK, sorry. I’m starting to get judged in a GOOD way! During the short period of time that I have been in seventh grade, I have made the delicate transition from 'crazy girl' to 'pretty girl'! (Well, I’m almost there. Like, one foot's on 'crazy' and the other's on 'pretty'). I think that I’m just so-so, but all my friends think so! My friends way that I have nice skin, have lovely hair, that I dress cool, that I’m pretty in general, etc. (Boys at my school are so freakin' UGH! It's like, they like you, but they don't want to say “I think you're pretty" in front of everyone! Some boys can be so stupid!) Oh geez, cheese!”
--HarryPotter, 12

“I sort of agree with Violet, but I love all the work he and Angelina are doing for humanity.”
--ShiShi, 10

“I am being judged on the way I do things. I’m in gymnastics and people are jealous that I can do things that they might not be able to do. I mean to me it just isn't fair. I just want to do my best. Or is that wrong what should I do??”
--Sarah, 11

“EVERYONE ON DIETS!!! DON'T diet bcuz u think ur fat. Diet when a doctor tells you to. You're NOT fat. Most kids, tweens, and teens r going through the absolute hardest and most emotional time in your life called adolescence. This is a time NO ONE is the same. Some girls gain weight. Others loose it. Some girls start wearing bras; others are flat. Boy's voices start to get higher, and drugs and alcohol will get shoved in your face. Don't fall for peer pressure. This causes eating disorders, too. You might get stressed relle ez. I know I do, so when I get home from school, I DON’T do my homework. I spend 30-60mins. Doing something calming for me, then do hw. Make sure u express yourself about your self-image and perspective about people at school, media, being skinny. Now, you tell me. IS BEING SKINNY WORTH YOUR LIFE??????? IS IT WORTH STARVING, AND BEING SAD??????? YOU WILL KNO U AREN'T DOING THE RIGHT THING.”
--Angelina, 13

“Well, yes because I don't hang out with The Group. They are a group of girls who walk around just talking or singing songs. At flag football games, they make a human pyramid. They also wear bras, which I am not ready for. They think they are so grown up! I just swing by myself. Jamie my so-called friend hangs around with Olivia and practices A La Nanita for a singing contest. The younger girls play tag. 3rd graders play kickball. Boys...They play football or soccer. I also think The Group is trying to grow up too fast. Only Jordan and Jenny need bras. The rest don't. I guess they shave their legs too? At least I wear deodorant, but nobody could see it like they show off their smooth shins and straps. I don't want to be like them, I don't want to play with them. Jenny and Lauren play Pokemon. Marina and Chiara...Well they’re my friends but they do “mischievous" stuff like getting into stain berries. Sure I have Sarah but she plays with The Group, only because of Alyssa and Caroline though. I mean, I like recess, but I don't like the fact I have nobody to play with. I need friends, but not The Group and not Jenny and Lauren. I GUESS I do, but they aren't LOYAL friends. I just sit on a swing with whoever. = (.”
--Kristen, 10

"No, but one time in computers class, this boy was talking to a girl and said that she was only being friends with this other girl because...The other girl had a big chest. (I know it might a little inappropriate to say that).”
--Amber, 13

“What did the teacher worm say to kid worm when he was late? ANSWER: [WHERE IN EARTH HAVE YOU BEEN].”
--Camilla, 9

“Sometimes I feel judged '‘cuz I’m home-schooled (since kindergarten). I feel people won't talk to me about regular school (except my friend: Anna), like, I was at a party not to long ago, and I felt alienated!!!! This 1 girl was all like, “You don't know anyone you can't talk “Bout this!!!" And, I do a lot about their school 'cuz my FRIENDS told me about it, not her!!!!”
--K-a-y-l-a***, 11

“Yes...My hearing and my eyes. But you know what...I don't care. I was born that way. So people...If people judge you by your looks or body...They just have NO BRAINS!!!!!! Just tell them that looks mean nothing and that just be yourself and not somebody else.”
--Kate, 11

“Paris, what do you model for? Some people say that I’m pretty, and should model for Bluetique, or 36 North or something. But I don't want to be a model, I want to be an ACTRESS!”
--HarryPotter, 12

“Violet: I totally agree, Brad Pitt's a creep. Also, he's not even attractive. Go Jen Aniston!”
--JS, 13

“Hey Paris you're a model? cool. I modeled once and I act and sing ( but not exactly professionally). I am tall and weigh somewhere between 100- and 119 pounds.”
--ShiShi, 10

“Hold on Samantha 11, could you explain what happened again...I’m confused of what happened.”
--Kim, 12

“Yes, a lot of people I know are made fun of and when I’m made fun of, we all stick up for each other and get through it! ”
--Sara

“This group of boys makes fun of me because they think I am too skinny or too fat to make the soccer team. I made it, but they made it worse.”
--Melissa

“I was judged by a group of boys telling me that tap dancing is a bad thing. IT IS NOT! Those foolish liars make fun of my friends and cousins. I just hate them so much. I love to tap dance, like my friend Marjorie. So take that, crazy liars! ”
--Briana, 13

“I feel like people judge me because of the way I dress, I am a Pentecostal girl, and I want every other Pentecostal girl, just because we don’t dress like everyone else doesn’t mean we are different. Just because of the length of our hair, we are not different. DO NOT BE ASHAMED OF YOURE LONG HAIR God made us all different for a purpose.”
--Danielle

“Kayla, 11: I know EXACTLY how you feel! : ) I homeschool, too, and feel like some people just think that we're unsocialized, uneducated people. You just have to remember that it's not true, and that a lot of the people that say or think those things, don't know much about homeschooling! ”
--Kaylee, 12

“Ashley, 13: I know how you feel. I am about 5'2, about the same height as my mom, and weigh 77 pounds! I've had comment about how skinny I am, how tall I am, how I could be a Model, ect. Someone even said I eat like a bird, which I don't! I really don't like it, and try not to let it get to me. My Dad had the same problem when he was my age, and everyone called him 'bean pole'. My aunt had the same problem, so I guess it's in my genes, too. : ) Just don't listen to them, and remember that God doesn't make mistakes, and so he made you like that for a reason! : ).”
--Kaylee, 12

“Emily: No, you shouldn't be worried about your feet size. I’m 12 years old, and I wear a size 8, and sometimes an 8. 5. I have a few friends around the same age as me who wear even bigger sizes. There's nothing to worry about. : ).”
--Kaylee, 12

“Katie, 12: If you think that 41 pounds is fat, then I’m HUGE! : ) I’m not trying to sound rude, but what I’m trying to say, is that you HAVE to stop making yourself throw up. Do your parents know? If they don't you should tell them, NOW! They could get you help. Try to gain weight, and fast! ”
--Kaylee, 12

"Yeah, IML. I have been judged...about multiple things. First, when I was younger, I was as tall as my best friend (we are broken up now) and she was TALL! We got made fun of, and that was in kindergarten. But then, once everyone else started growing and eventually, I became normal, I GOT GLASSES, and OVERWEIGHT!!!!!!! And, to top it off, I am smart! But now people think I look “Sophisticated", “Cool", “Awesome", “Ready to go into the 'industry'" (which means the music/movies biz, cause I have a good voice and am good at acting) , so I don't really mind. What's good now is that the smart, funny, good-voiced people are popular in my school, so I am popular, too. I am sorta punkish, though. I LOVE black, am obsessed with guitars (I am not sure If I spelled that right) , but that's okay ‘cuz nobody knows. And-YAY-I am not overweight anymore!!!!! YEAH! The RockNRollQueen .”
--TheRockNRollQueen, 12

“I’m judged because of my eyes. I can't see from my left one so people tease me about it but if they have a problem with then deal with it! ”
--Lily, 11

“Katie!!!! YOU ARE NOT FAT! I am ten years old and 86 pounds and I love sugar and I am proud of it! Don't get me wrong but a normal twelve year old SHOULD weigh at least 70 to a 120 pounds. Maybe more for special people.”
--Numbah 1, 10

“Hannah I’m a model and I’m 45 pounds but your also almost 3 years older then me I think I read somewhere that the average Californian model (me! ) is 120 pounds but that’s tiny don’t you think? ”
--Paris, 9

“Hannah: that’s a healthy weight. Don't diet.”
--Violet, 13

“Bria: Big lips rock. Angelina Jolie has them (I personally think she did Jen a huge favor. Brad is scum, and now she's dating that Vince guy. ).”
--Violet, 13

“People always say I am too short because I am only 5 foot 1 and underweight they make fun of me and say I am ugly.”
--Amanda, 13

“My name is Sam or Samantha people say I am better than them at everything they call Mr. (N-word) and stuff 'cause I'm tannish but I'm white though. What should I do while I talk to the kid who said that at the hospital.”
--Samantha, 11

“I used to weigh a lot like 136. I went on this diet and I lost 40 pounds when I went back to school all my friends said I was too skinny. Whatever sometimes I don't eat just to try to lose some more weight. My goal is 80 pound.”
--Stephanie, 13

“My shape that is what people judge me by. I don't like that. I want to diet but can't. I am 115 pounds and I am 11 that’s bad- what should I do.”
--Question 34, 11

“I’m sick of being overweight I sometimes feel like not eating ‘cause I’m sick of it I weigh 120 pounds I want an answer please I want to lose some pounds.”
--Sarah, 12

“I have weird front teeth because when I was little I broke a tooth so when me and my friend were in a fight she said to my other friend ”OMG She has big ugly buck teeth don't you think? " so then my friend told me so I got home and I thought about it then I started to cry.”
--Someone, 11

“It's not really a disability, but I'm homeschooled and have been since I was 5, when people ask me what school I go to and they here my response I feel like an alien. And a few weeks ago my friend had a party and she had friends from her old school (she's homeschooling this year) and they're you can't be part of this conversation you don't know any one. Well, I was in a big GS troop so I know LOTS of people, plus all of my friends talk about them. I HATE BEING (OR AT LEAST FEELING) JUDGED ABOUT THIS!!!!!”
--Kayla, 11

“People say I'm gay or that I do drugs because I dress all in black.”
--Allie, 13

“People sometimes talk about me because I have big lips...”
--Bria, 13

“Well I’m overweight and people call me fatty and mean names and stuff like that. It makes me feel like not eating, is that normal?”
--Page, 12

“Well people say I’m pretty and I don’t think I am, I mean I don’t do anything to myself like put makeup on But. I don’t know. How do you know if you’re pretty?”
--Me, 12

“Katie (12) STOP!!!!!!!!!!! Don't listen to those people! (Not da dudes on da Internet but da dudes dat call u fat).”
--Chloe, 10

“ShiShi: OK, I need to make it clear that I am NOT mad at you. Things that I have said, are not longer true. Sorry, but sometimes I get out of hand and start picking on people.”
--Lori, 11

“I think at my school, I’m overlooked by the boys because I’m not tall or stick thin with a four pack or particularly athletic. I play soccer and basketball and I’m very nice to everyone, and if I get a little snarky, I feel threatened, but none of the guys even look at me. People always tell me that I’m very pretty and smart and funny and nice, but no one besides my friends and parents seem to notice that, and I’m having a hard time believing in myself. And isn't physical beauty only skin deep and what the inside counts? If you're a guy and you're reading this let me just tell you...It hurts when you're turned down, pushed away or emotionally slapped in the face because you're not “hot" enough. If you're a girl whose considered “hot" and reading this...PLEASE don't make it hard on other girls by rubbing it in their faces or saying that one girl doesn't have a chance with that boy because you're hotter than her and you like her. It hurts to be judged like that...”
--Santana, 13

“I was never judged at school for the way I look. I know I’m not like the people in the magazine but I feel pretty and I care about myself which is an inside thing. Me thinking I’m pretty shows on the outside too, because I do my best and I always feel good and learn to love my own company as well as being with friends!!! Lol I’m not fat or skinny, I’m just thin and I don’t want to be different! Being pretty is not being model thin, it’s learning to love yourself, and loving yourself takes care of yourself.”
--Whatever, 13

“ShiShi: Thanks for the advice, but I've told my mom, like, a million times that I need to shave because my legs are gross, and when my uniform knee socks fall down at school, any one can see them. She always tells me that shaving is such a big mistake, but she lets me Nair. But you have to wait for your hair to grow back before you can Nair again, so it's a vicious cycle. Anyway, no offense meant, but it's a sad day when I have to take Internet advice about my legs. Oh, well, my life is pathetic.”
--JS, 13

“KATIE! EAT! GAIN WEIGHT! OR DO SOMTHING!! Sorry for that lol, but still, you could DIE from being too skinny! Call your doctor soon. You could have bulimia, (did I spell that right?) You could be anorexic, or some kind of eating disorder! In summary: JUST DO SOMTHING!!!!!”
--Johannes, 9

“Hey, I have just started cheerleading and I want to learn a lot about it. Today was my first day. I now a couple of routines I will tell you one but first I cheer at farmers branch I now I live in oak cliff it’s just that my cousin is in that team Go tigers the other team is called Eagles. Ok now the routine is the cookie monster “The cookie monster says that the tigers are the cookies on the top of the jar the cookie monster says that the eagles are the little crumbs in the bottom of the jar."
--Isela, 8

“Hey I’m a dancer you have to get judged all the time I absolutely love it I’m getting my point shoes this weekend I love ballet tap jazz and hip hop I wanna give a shout out to my dance team, hey Ashley p, Ashley, Emily, Hallatoni, Jennifer, and Mikaeyla. Luv ya any way dance is great give it a try I luv point and ballet!!”
--Angela, 12

“HEY!!!!!! All you guys that think you’re fat, you’re not. Fat is when you weigh 500 lbs and you can’t fit into anything ok lol now don’t starve yourself kk I’m 12 and 80 pounds people call me unhealthy but I’m not cuz I know I’m not sick I eat and I’m in shape I dance so don’t let any body tell you your fat or your to skinny cuz your not don’t listen to them just stay the way you are and don’t worry a bout it ok have fun!!”
--Angela, 12

“I still don't understand the point of a boyfriend but I guess that's just because I’m “too practical". Just about everybody in my middle school keeps talking about going out and everything but I just don't understand it. How can you have a crush on an 11-year-old boy? I find it a bit shocking, besides, I still have not seen even one “cute" boy yet.”
--Too Practical, 10

“I’m so confused. I’m 5 feet 3 and a half inches and I weigh 104 pounds. Is this normal, healthy, emaciated, thin, fat, overweight, etc? I feel so fat and want to slim down to probably 90 pounds. Is that model-thin?”
--Hannah, 11

“Boys always seem to judge girls based on their looks and body type.”
--Anonymous, 12

“Nobody really judges me on anything physical. I mean not like on my body or anything. Some ppl think I’m really weird and stuff but that’s ok ‘cuz I know I’m weird! Lol : -p but I’m glad my friends don't pressure me to be a certain way with my body even tho I do have peer pressure a lot. But in other ways. Anyway, when I got to 100 lbs (I’m still at 100) I was like omg I’m 100 lbs! But then I realized that it was NORMAL for grls to gain weight!!!! And that ur supposed to eat healthy, get good exercise and not worry about ur weight. So that’s what I do!”
--Kittykat, 13

“Yeah people use to judge me because of who my dad is, but make a joke and don't let it bug you. Your true friends will like you for you!”
--Hannah, 13

“I’m very tall 5 foot 9 and people call me lanky.”
--John, 13

“I’m short, have unnaturally white teeth, and have many many freckles.”
--FantasyLife, 11

“I’m in 8th grade this year and have always been tall and skinny. I’m as tall as my mom (5'6) and weigh 90 pounds. My BMI is really low, I’m in the 10th percentile! Which means that 90% of ppl my age weigh more than me! I don’t have an eating disorder but some ppl call me anorexic and it really hurts. My mom was like me when she was my age so it’s just in my genes. I inherited that. Don’t hate ppl ‘cuz they are tall and thin! Not all models throw up to be beautiful!!!!”
--Ashley, 13

“I dress in dark clothes and wear a lot of eyeliner and mascara so every says I’m goth. Every one assumes I’m a druggie. I hate being judged...”
--Sarah

“Jordan, no offense to you, but I don't think 8-year-olds should be considered 'hot'. That is kind of disturbing to me.”
--Belle, 13

“I’m a short person about 5'2 but I have big feet, I wear a size 7 but sometimes a 7.5 or sometimes could end up to a size 8. I’m very embarrassed of my feet size. Is that normal?”
--Emily, 19

“A kid I know is teasing me ‘cause I cry all the time but I don't want to tell him the reason I cry because he might make more fun of me but my friend (who knows why I cry) says he won't because it's really sad its cause my mom has cancer and I get really worried when she has her surgeries cause she's having a lot lately now I told him and he makes fun of me more saying I’m a worry wart and a crybaby.”
--Saysay, 11

“Yes. I wish I were thin, and that way boys would like me. Because boys only seem to like skinny girls. And Katie, you’re not overweight, you’re UNDERWEIGHT. Only little kids weigh 41. PLEASE get help!”
--Anon

“Cloe: 'allo fellow Canadian!”
--Violet, 13

“People are trying to get me to think I’m 20 under weight! I’m the right size girl! I think Americas getting too much deep fried foods!”
--Spooky, 10

“Yo Sara (10) you the same thing as me u way around the same the height the gothic wow.”
--Spooky, 10

“Lilly (11): you’re not too skinny I’m going to middle school too and I’m only 58 pounds. And if nobody has been making fun of me, then the people making fun of u are totally jerks! (ps) I’m a girl.”
--Spooky, 10

“Katei 12: I know this is off subject and probably doesn't help but I used to call my really fat cat that but he got attacked by a coyote and died.”
--Saysay, 11

“I am kind of short and I am 1 year younger than everyone else in my class, but I am an all-A student. Just because I am younger and kind of short, people think I can't help them with their work or run really fast or have great ideas, but I can. I like friends who realize this...”
--Andrea, 11

“People at school judge me by my race sometimes. I've been called white girl when I’m not full white and the way I dress. I wear two sweaters and people like just don't like me cause I don't dress all preppy, I mean, it's not me...”
--Christina, 13

“I don’t but I hate my 2 upper parts they’re sooooo in get it??? I feel weird ‘cuz all my friends wear cup bras I mean can ya belive that??”
--Sum1nice

“Katie!! You are not over weight!! You need to gain some weight. Don’t listen to what others say! And it’s bad to throw up after you eat. You could die... I’m not trying to scare you but you really need to gain some weight!!”
--Tracy, 11

“Katie (12) - I hope u r joking about ur weight and ur eating habits... If you’re serious PLEASE stop... I've considered making myself throw up, but I tried and I couldn’t figure it out, luckily. Please don’t hurt yourself...”
--Notsothin, 13

“Y'all need to be proud of what you got I’m 12 and 100 pounds I look great and proud of it have some pride God dang.”
--Cybthia, 12

“Well JS, my mom suggested wearing a bra, and I feel more comfortable. About the leg situation, a lot of people are ready at different ages, and in my case, well, I have A LOT of leg hair and I was uncomfortable with it. So I told my mom and she told me If I was self conscious I could shave or Nair. Most of my friends Nair. If you want to shave your legs, maybe you should take my advice...”
--ShiShi, 10

“People think I have a big chest so all the boys think I’m hot. It’s not funny.”
--Jordan, 8

“QueenKitten: whoa! I have no idea how you got that idea. My mum and stepdad love me the way I am, and I just don't get on with my dad. They are not trying to make me perfect.”
--Violet, 13

“Yes, a lot of people say that I don't know how to fight but they think fighting is the answer why don 't talk it out but if things get ugly that's the time to fight for your life!!!”
--Deborah, 10

“Sometimes I feel like I get judged coz I’m Asian. I hate the feeling that guys may overlook me coz I’m not white. I also have an OK bra size (B) but once I heard my friend say, “She doesn't have a chest. I bet she stuffs. I don't believe she wears a 'b'!" and that really hurt.”
--Box, 13

“Yeah I’m being judged all the time it’s hard for me because it was this summer that I went to the pool and I can have a nice swim but the there is 2 kids that comes to the pool and they like to talk about me behind my back how would they feel if I did it to u I did do it to them and I told my mom about this and she said that don’t let it get to u it’s something they like to do.”
--Anonymous

“Katie, STOP!!! You should ask your doctor if you have bulimia, that means when someone thinks they're fat, they eat large amounts of food and throw it up until they get dangerously thin (like you). You weigh as much as my skinny eight-year-old sister! You want to get down to 25 pounds???????? That's like, as much as a 2 or 3 year old. Please get some help.”
--ShiShi, 10

“Not really. I have never been teased about being fat because I am not fat. Actually the average weight for an 11 year old is 75 lbs (I learned that at school) and I weigh 67 pounds. But my friend Sarah gets teased for being skinny. She went to the doctors and they make her eat vitamins to gain weight, (In third grade she was 33 lbs) now she weighs 65 so the vitamins helped. We are in 6th grade and I think she gained 6 pounds but I am not sure. And Katie 12, Please do not try to loose weight try to gain! You could die from not eating for 4 days and weighing 41 pounds. My 3-year-old sister weighs 31 she is only 10 lbs less than you! So try to gain weight...”
--Tabitha, 11

“Katie: Oh, my goodness! You are much too thin! You need to gain weight RIGHT NOW! If you don't fit into clothes, you're probably trying to fit into 2 month old's clothes. You can't get down to 25 or 30 pounds, because you'll DIE! Please get help.”
--JS

“Well When I was in the third grade I Started having epilepsy seizures since then I gained pounds and people judge me about it but to me I think there not even there just walk away if they hurt your feelings or tell a teacher or a parent anyway I am losing weight all you do is eat less and exercise for example jog or walk or go play soccer whit a friend.”
--Cloe, 12

“Hello, my names Cloe I live in Canada and I am over weight (150lbs) I go to this weight loss center it’s called LA Weight Loss it really works I lost 3 pounds in 2 days it’s great but the down side to it it’s expensive anyway look people who are 10 and weight 53 pounds your going to get sick you have to lode it the right way eat less and exercise not barf your meal out it’s just wrong you should really see a doctor about this this is a disease it’s called ANOREXIA.”
--Cloe, 12

“Yes, it’s a weird feeling to me.”
--Zenna, 8

“Not really anything physical. I have a bit of an attention problem, not a real one, I just hate focusing on one thing for a long time.”
--Brie

“Also. If you judge people the first time you see them you won’t be able to see who they really are.”
--Brie

“I wear glasses, my outfits are very “Unique" (if ya wanna b nice, u can guess the other things peeps might say), and I’m a loner. What more can I say?”
--QueenKitten

“Violet (13): I am your age and I somewhat know how you feel. Going by your posts, I'd say that your parents are trying to make you a Perfect - mine are doing the same. Just remember that only you can change the way you are. That is a big rule for the rest of you guys as well.”
--QueenKitten, 13

“One of my best friends always comments on my chest because it is not as big as some of the other girls. She has said some really mean things. I also know this boy from school who always calls me a midget because I am short. People always have mean comments about my body.”
--Andie, 11

“I am borderline underweight for the first time in my life. I've been underweight since I was in the 1st grade, I’m going into 8th now and I feel great! I think it's all the muscle I have. I’m 5'4'' and 86 pounds so that's ok. Some people said I was anorexic in 5th grade when I’m NOT. I LIKE food. I hate throwing up. I need to get fatter!”
--Box, 13

“ShiShi: I started wearing a bra when I was your age. I didn't want to, my mom made me, but I don't have anything against your wearing one. However, why are you allowed to shave your legs? I’m not, and I wasn't allowed to Nair until I was 12. How did you talk your mom into it?”
--JS, 13

“Madison-Holly, 10: I think you should follow your dream. If you want to model, that's what you should do. Those modeling agencies should get a life! They only accept one body type, and I don't think that's fare!”
--Kaylee, 12

“I don't know if people judge me by this, but I think some people think that I’m too skinny. I’m 12 years old, in the 7th grade, and weigh 79 pounds! I’m kind of tall, (like 5" 2') , and when I finally gain weight, I grow, and I get thinner. Sometimes my Great Aunt says I eat like a bird, (I eat normal, I eat when I’m hungry, and stop when I’m full) , and once she called me skinny! I just try to ignore people, and try to believe that God made me this way, and to not listen to those people.”
--Anonymous, 12

“Well I’m kind of chubby and tall so I don't really have the money for top style clothes. So I hate it when people judge me by what I look like instead of who I am.”
--Lauren, 12

“This is for the Media Pressure topic in response to Dragonmistress. I agree with you on a lot of those things. Though I do think that women and men are equal, I am not a feminist. If I were fat, I would want to slim down so I wouldn't have heart problems and diabetes. I love home ec and I don't think it oppresses women. It is good for everyone because it does have some helpful things, like baking and cooking. And yes, I do have something to say for this topic. I am not judged at all. I mean I’m not the fattest or the thinnest, but I’m not judged either way. And to all those people who judge others: please don't do that. That physical thing is what makes that person himself/herself.”
--YellowRoseofTexas, 13

“I am not very skinny. But I have ok looks and a pretty big chest. Most girls feel uncomfortable or used when guys stare at their chest. I don’t. I think I might have a problem...Just because I feel that my chest is the only thing I have to impress guys. Is this wrong? Because most girls say something or feel offended when a guy stares...Or makes a crude comment. But for some reason I feel flattered.”
--Lizzie, 13

“I was a gymnast for seven years of my life. I was working out in the gym for twelve and a half hours a week so naturally, I was really fit. When I quit, all the sudden, I went through a huge growth spurt, got a chest, a butt, and some acne. It is clearing up a lot faster since I started going to a dermatologist a year ago and started using this awesome makeup called bare minerals. I would recommend it to anyone with acne.”
--Lee, 13

“People judge me on my size because they know I am over weight by the size I am and I can't eat anything without someone staring at what I eat and drink I hate being over wait and it harder for girls to lose the weight and after a while I give up.”
--Deanna, 12

“Hey Kim (11)- I hate it when people always ask you what nationality you are. I mean, what is it to them? I’m an Asian Indian but I've been mistaken for 1-Hispanic, 2-African American, and 3-Native American...”
--Vicky

“Um. Not That I Re-Call My Sisters And I Teasingly Call Each Other Fatso Etc, {Don't All Siblings? } Anyway I Don't Think I Have People Comment On My Lovely Complexion :) Lol I Have A Friend Who Did People Called Her Fat So Chubbeh And NotSoSlim. It Upsets Me Once I Called Her Fatso {In Grade 3 } We Were Having A HUDGE Fight. We Took A Poll Whose Side You Where In And 29 Out Of 30 Peeps Were On My Side xD Anyway Were Really Good friend Now And I Try To Defend Her When People Start Hassling Her.”
--J-Dog, 11

“Omg I’m 12 And I’m 41 Pounds And I Think I’m Too Fat! Everyone Says I Need To Loose Weight People At My School Are Like 13 And 42 Pounds Gosh When I Grow Up I’m Gunna Be Fatty Mc Fat At The Rate I’m Going At Now. I Fit Into NOTHING Being 41 Pounds Is So Fat! People Say I’m Thin But I Soo Disagree I Throw Up Every Meal I Eat And Sometimes I Go For Like 4 Days Without Eating My Goal Is To Become 25 To 35 Pounds :) Please Help Me Get Thin 41 Is Too Chubbeh!”
--Katie, 12

“Yonae 11 Don't put ur self down like that! I’m not that skinny either! Just sign up for a sport. Jump rope for as long as u like and stay away from sweets. If u want I'll go on this lil diet w/ u and maybe we can be I’M friends! That is if u want 2...”
--Esther, 12

“Some grown-ups expect me to act older just because I am tall! Adults these days......”
--Kay

“Melissa: getting. Baby steps. 4 weeks clean yesterday.”
--Violet, 13

“I look mature for my age, and my mom finds it weird.”
--Sache't, 9

“Well for one thing, I don’t consider myself fat but I do have very big hips and I hate them because everyone makes fun of me. Once, I decided not to eat for a day but I ended up for sick the next day but I think the best thing I should is exercise and eat healthy in order to lose the extra fat.”
--Samantha, 13

“This is not me getting judged but I think this is wrong. I went to rite aid and I saw this card and it had a sign that was pointing down a cliff and there were all these girls that were walking down it like they were hypnotized and on the inside it said Blonde leading the blonde. I really didn't like that even though I have brunette hair.”
--Rachel, 10

“Yes! I’m not fatter or taller I’m just the most grown out in my class people think I’m in 7th or 8th grade I’m going in to 6th!”
--Haley, 11

“I’m going to a new school and most of the girls I knew last year are getting zits and chubby!!!! Why?? ?? they were way skinny last year!!!!!!!”
--Eva, 11

“I feel lucky cause I don't really care what other people think. I HATE Abercrombie & Fitch and Hollister smells funny. No offence to the people who like it but sometimes people freak out when they find out I don't care about all the fashions and whatever. :-) I smile at them while they're freaking out. I DON'T CARE!!!! And I have tiny feet. :-).”
--Ka'jaila, 13

“Sometimes I’m judged because I’m so skinny. Once when I was in the 5th or 6th grade, I heard someone say “Roxanne HAS to be anorexic" when I’m NOT. I LIKE eating. And even though I’m 5'4'' and only 86 pounds, sometimes I think it stinks. But there are others thinner than me too.”
--Roxanne, 13

“It is hard being judged because when you feel like you are the fattest person because everyone else looks like they weigh 10 pounds. It makes you feel like you are standing outside of the crowds and just standing there alone.”
--Holly, 12

“I am fat, not obese. I try to deny it but I no that no matter how hard I try to say it’s not there I still know it is. My friends are really supportive, sometimes, I mean they don't call me fat or anything they just...Well it’s hard to explain. All of my friends are average. Around my cousin/friend (it’s a long story) I feel like a giant she can fit into her mom’s clothes and her mom can fit into her clothes. My friend can fit into her dogs kennel and actually be comfortable. My other friend is like me sort of but skinnier. I am 5 feet 5. 5 inches and my doctor says that I am above average in height for my age group and my weight is about right. I like my weight I just don't like the fat. But I am myself and I hope to stick out and not be part of a world where to be cool you have to look a certain way. I am exotic you can ask all of my friends and what makes me exotic is that I’m the total opposite of normal. I refuse to be normal. If anybody tries to make me normal it's a major waste of their time. So yes I say that people judge me for my appearance and my odd behavior and exotic clothes...”
--AnimalsAreMyLife, 13

“On the outside I look dark, such as the things I wear. I dress like a goth. All my cloths are black and gray. Why? I choose to dress in the clothing choices of the boy department. Some boys take me as a tomboy. Why? I am. Some of the kids at school think I’m the girl gone wrong. Me in black. Other girls in pink. I have the sporty god in me but not the girly act. And believe me I can be found attractive. AND DONT THINK I’M A FALIURE. I’m not the kind of kid that stuffs their face with food in spare time. I’m under weight by 15lbs. Some kids say I should still be in a car seat. I’m 56lb for god's sake! My height too. I’m 4ft 2 inches. I’m warning insults.”
--Sara, 10

“Hi I way 70kg and I really think I’m fat I've thought of becoming anorexic or bulimic but I’m scared of doing it can sum one help.”
--Holly

“Haleigh: Not really. Sometimes guys stare at my chest and sometimes guys will just call out “Nice headlights ladies!" from their car as they pass our school if there's a whole bunch of us out front (but we think the guys who do that are high). Have you? ”
--Violet, 13

“Amber! Gain weight! you are NOT fat, you now are not 'just right'. You could actually DIE from this! Just gain weight, and if you still think you're fat, talk to your doctor. It's for your OWN good! ”
--Johannes, 9

“Ppl might think I’m anorexic if I wear a 2-pc bcuz I can see my ribs. I’M NOT ANOREXIC!!! ”
--Rachel, 10

“Amber, I am the same age as you & I weigh more than you & I can see ALL OF MY RIBS! It’s probably because I'm tall & my weight evens out.”
--Rachel, 10

“I’m a total girly girl & all my friends are tomboys, I try to play sports but I’m really bad we never agree on anything. They're always making fun of how girly I am we are so different, I like doing makeup & they like playing basketball it is so hard to get along with them. They all make fun of me for being so girly I really can't help it, but it really hurts my feelings when they do imitations of me they don't even know that it bothers me because when they do it I pretend to laugh, I don't know what to do to make them like me more.”
--Kacy, 10

“I feel judge because I feel to pretty.”
--Cece, 11

“I feel weird when me and my mom go out because we are the same height and people mistake me for her sister!!! Also , some people look at me with weird looks , most of them men. I think my friend Jennifer thinks I’m psycho because sometimes I laugh for no reason at all and I see weird visions in my dreams and I wake up croaking with a terrified voice for mother to come , then I tell her the nightmare from dreamscape and she says , ''Noreen, you're scaring me''. Does any one know what I can do? ”
--Noreen, 12

“No, never! I look like an average weighted 1o year old girl. But, is 84 pounds regular for an Asian girl?? I mean, because I am Asian! My fam really likes eating rice with every single meal!! You know how Filipinos are, lol. But, I am just concerned about my 84-pound weight...TELL ME please...>_<.”
--Judy, 10

“I was at one school when it didn't matter. Then I moved 300 miles away and I don’t know anyone at all and it’s embarrassing I’m skinny some people saw I’m anorexic but I’m not I eat and eat but it does nothing to me. I just feel like I don’t belong. My mom had her chest done I just don’t want to have to do that. I just don’t want to wear tank tops or any strapless clothing cause I just don’t have the chest to hold it up! ”
--Linsaey, 12

“I'll always been picked on my size I’m to small I try to not listen to them but it gets to me I’m if I get judge like that in middle school.”
--Akiva, 11

“Ok, ok we all want to diet but dat don't mean ye go on like a puke'in binge bc that aint the right thing to do an I know that a lot of the girls and people want to look skinny, but that don't mean just bc what you see is wut you get bc half of those people are probably misserable an you know wut everybody comes in different shapes an sizes an they all bu-tiful (like I think Chris brown is) , but just bc one of your friends or someone you see on TV may-be skinny don't hide and shrink just because you not that skinny bc we all different we not the same and some peeps need to know that, and nobody needs to suffer like that so just be u and yea! ! ! ! who don't get judged but you know wut the people that judge you, they insecure and when they chop you down it’s to make them feel bigger, so don't let dem #### get to ye ;).”
--Talia, 12

“I get judged for hanging out with my friend how I look how I talk that I go to special. ed and most of all I don't do good under pressure so I sometimes start to cry so I get called a cry baby and it’s getting very bad cause I ride the bus home with the person who started teasing me for crying and it’s getting to the point I can't sit in my seat without being ridiculed by him.”
--Saysay, 11

“Who cares what other people say about you! ! I know it’s hard to think that when it’s happening so when it happens just think it’s just one of those things you get over. nothing hurts 4eva! ! !”
--Chimpgirl, 11

“Yes my figure. IT’S RUDE. if you do judge people, take a walk in their shoes. You'll know how they feel.”
--Amanda

“Yes indeed I have many I have to where glasses I have asthma and I have pale skin so people can see my veins and I always have bags under my eyes and I extremely skinny.”
--Saysay, 11

“Yes people sometimes judge me by my teeth which are crooked. I don’t really care cause it’s not your outer beauty that counts it’s your inner one, so anyway if you are being judged by your outer beauty just ignore it. (it works).”
--Melissa, 9

“Lisa I can totally relate to your case. I don't like pink. If you’re reading this and you like pink than good for you. The truth is that people come in different colors, shapes and sizes and they are all beautiful. and having your thoughts...That's the best part.”
--Melissa, 9

“Amber: STOP NOW! ! STOP STOP STOP. Violet: is everything better?”
--Melissa, 9

“Just because I’m tall people say I’m fat witch I’m not.”
--Candice, 12

“Yes. I am overweight for my age and I don't understand why people tease me! I like to eat a lot, and I’m fat because of it, but that's no reason to make me a target for gossip and bullying. I just started a new school this year and I have no friends because I’m 11 and I weigh 162 pounds. Since I’m only 4'9, my stomach looks really fat.”
--Cassie, 11

“I only have one thing to say to any one who has, feels or is being judge by what they look like. Stop it, only you can stop it. Not by fight any one but by changing the way you think. Your mind is doing this to you. And sometimes it may be that others are saying it, if so you can block them out or change you body. I can't tell you what to say or do but I can tell you what helped me I was 210 at 14 now I am 182 at 15 just believe girl friend.”
--Girl Friend

“Some people at my school act and think that they are beautiful models and they judge people to make them feel better!”
--Marisa, 11

“No, not really I don't really care what people think about me but I know it’s hard to know that everyone is staring at because you look different from the rest of the crowd. I know this because one of my good friends is a dwarf [a disease you are born with where you are REALLY short, you only grow up to be 3 feet. ] and she suffers because of all the mean stares and comments she gets.”
--Catherine, 11

“People judge me too much on how I look--they think that because I’m tall and overweight that I’m always mean, even my best friends say that sometimes, and even when it’s a joke, it still hurts on the inside.”
--Nikki, 12

“I’m fat what should I do.”
--Yonae, 11

“Hi I am Madison I am 10yrs old and I am 133pounds. To overweight but my dream is to become a model. Agencies won’t accept me cause of my weight I need help please help me!”
--Maddison-Holly, 10

“ComicGirl: tell me about it. I went shopping with Lexi and Elena in Vancouver (where Elena's dad lives. LONG bus trip) , and everywhere we went, there would be size 0 girls asking if they “Looked fat" in this mini. I’m pretty thin myself (size 4) , but it was SOOO annoying. They talked about their “Bad spots" and what would flatter them. And we went to a store where a size 6 was a LARGE! But other than that we had fun. We saw Panic! At The Disco in concert. YEAH! ! ! !”
--Violet, 13

“WHOA! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! Miss Green Day, you are really lucky to be recognized so much for your music! :D.”
--HarryPotter, 12

“Miss Green Day: AMEN! Wish I could hear your songs.”
--Violet, 13

“OOOOKKKKKKKK! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! Not everybody gets to go in a recording studio so don't Imagine that because that adds pressure...! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! O_o if you want to listen to a song that will make to feel more proud of yourself...Listen to ( Bossy by Kelis ) I <3 it, but just don't pay attention to all the cuss words but any way they don't have to know you, they don't have to like you, but they do need to respect you! ! ! ! ! ! and if you flaunt wut you got Gurl you gonna get it done! ! ! ! ya heard? ! ? ! peace from duh ghetto Luva Yas' Tally P...S...When you listen to Bossy be sure to listen to the clean version not the original, unless you don't mind cussing! ! ! LOL Love Y'all Tally.”
--Talia, 12

“Kids at my school make fun of me because of my weight but I feel sorry 4 u cause I am loosing it and me and my soon to b band are gonna b laughing in your face.”
--Ra, 12

“Everybody thinks I’m fat...But I’m totally like, NOT FAT! I’m almost 11 and I only weigh 51 pounds! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! C'MON! Totally wrong! Even though they think I’m fat, I know that's the exact opposite of what I am! Duh! !”
--Iya Jane, 10

“I am sooooooooooo fat! I am almost 11 and I weigh 48 lbs. ! Why can't I lose it???”
--Gymbrat627, 10

“I had a crush on a cute boy named Justin, he was in my class in 5th grade. He called me Chinese! Heck no I’m not Chinese I said. I am Thai. I felt embarrassed I felt like I was being the center of EMBARESSING attention. But, a couple months later, I found a guy I love with my whole heart, he is black, and I don’t judge him, he doesn’t judge me. Judging is wrong ppl! Don’t do it! We are all the same!”
--Kim, 11

“I always feel that way because I have a disability that no one can see so usually I am not included in a lot of things like parties all my friends go to.”
--Courtney, 11

“I was at lunch and I got a second yogurt and she got all mad and she made me cry and my home teacher said o just let go The end.”
--Elizabeth, 6

“I feel that every time I go out some one laughs at me. I know that I am kind of nerdy looking and really fat but it hurts my feelings when people laugh at me. I don't even have confidence in myself and I have only one friend.”
--Angel

“Have you ever been harassed badly by boys just because OF THE WAY YOU LOOK??”
--Haleigh, 12

“I am only like 13 and weigh 50 kg! Omg!”
--Ovaweight, no

“I had a good friend named Emily. I had another best friend named Haley. Emily kept on judging me around, because Haley was girlier and didn't like that. Emily kept saying lies about me because she doesn't like Haley because she is a cheerleader and acts too girly. I think Emily is trying to push Haley, and I apart. I wish Emily could set aside her differences about Haley, so we could hang out together. JoJO.”
--Jojo, 9

“I’m being judged because I am fat.”
--Elizabeth, 11

“I have. People judge me because of the way I look. They don't think about the real me. They think I’m mean because of the way I dress. But I’m just your regular straight A+ student...”
--Rachel, 9

“People take one look at me sometimes and say jeeze you are fat but now that I think about it I am I weigh.....153 at 11. Bad I know. I feel terrible. I've tried many diets but there is my mom and dad and brother and they all love treats. I try I really do but it looks so good hum I gotta try harder I just want to get down to 120 or 100. Gotta lose 53 pounds wow. What to do what to do what to do. help please.”
--Anonymous

“Let me jus tell you straight on out: I am fat. People judge me by it all the time. Noooo I am not obese...Lets just say that I am not the average girl. But you know what? I do not let what other people say get to me. I am myself and I will refuse to live in self-consciousness about how I look. For instance, two days ago I met up with my guitar teacher at the best recording studio in the COUNTRY to make my first CD. I sat down in this little room with one window so I could see what was going on in where everything was being put on the tape. Now I have done like live shows and stuff for like what? AAAAAhhh 500 people TOPS and I wasn’t that scared but boy I was scared this time! There were AT LEAST 10 microphones right up in my face. So I did my first song with the guitar and my voice and stuff and I have to admit that I was a little self-conscious what other people would think. So I finished the song and plopped my butt down in a seat that was in the other room and they played back the recording and it was awesome! And you know at that point I was thinking about all the HOT guys listening to the song with me, or the professors who helped set up everything, or my mom, or my guitar teacher and her BFFs, I wasn’t thinking about if they thought I was fat or not...I was thinking about how freaking lucky I was to be here doing this and how many chances in a life time I would have to do this again. So just don’t let your acne, or the 3 in. You need to lose off of your waist, or the huge nose you might have get in the way of what you love doing or your life. Cuz if you do then you will most likely deserve to be judged and trust me...You will be! AMEN...(lol).”
--Miss Green Day, 12

“I am good at dancing and I just want to try something new. I want to try out three things, I want to try out gymnastics, cheerleading, and acting.”
--Jasmine, 13

“Hannah, you're obviously very unhappy. I think that if your mum doesn't listen, get another adult friend to explain to her what you're going through. Or, if you can't do that, write her a note and tell her that it might be the best school, but because you're having such a bad time, your grades will actually SUFFER. Anyway, I hope it all works out for you. :).”
--ComicGirl, 12

“Not only am I physically more mature, but I act more mature (not to be conceited). Whenever I say anything adults and older teens whisper to each other things like “She is pretending to no what that means" or “She's trying to be older than she actually is" or they just laugh in a rude way. I never want to tell anybody how old I am again, then maybe they won't make rude comments.”
--ShiShi, 10

“Look, I don't really care about people judging me in school. Just try to be yourself, do what you think deep inside and act mature. My friend is soo mature so no one teases her and she a very good student. People in school make fun of me and call me "Gandhi girl" since I’m from India and think the food that I eat from my culture is stinky! They also say I am very hairy (in which I am) and tease me about my cyber hair and mustache (I HATE to admit it, but I’m a girl!). Well, I think they're stupid, since they want to look cool. If I’m ever scared, I talk to my friend since she knows what to do.”
--Pheba, 10

“Michael: yeah, my therapist told me whenever I feel like doing that, just make lines with a marker across my arms, and it kinda works. Plus, it doesn't hurt me at all so I’m all for it. Anonymous, I think it's really mean when people do that. Like, you’re not gay 'cause the way you talk or dress, you’re born that way.”
--Violet, 13

“A lot of people say that I look like I should belong in high school. I have a more developed body than other girls in my class do...”
--Serena, 11

“AMBER!!!!! STOP! ARRET! HALT! NO, NO, NANETTE! What you're doing is DANGEROUS, OBSESSIVE, UNHEALTHY, LIFE-THREATNING, AND SCARY!!! Don't throw up! Don't starve yourself! D'you wanna end up like Mary-Kate Olsen? Nicole Richie? Lindsay Lohan? If you can see a lot of your ribs you're going way over the top! Eat something! Eat meat! Eat any healthy foods you want, just don't upchuck them! (BTW, throwing up can damage your esophagus, and give your teeth a LOT of plaque! Please stop!!!) :(:(:(.”
--HarryPotter, 12

“Chimpgirl: Um, what's wrong with freckles??? I have a few. Lindsay Lohan has them. And GUESS WHAT??????? People with freckles usually have great skin!! It's true for me!! Alex: Plz, don't do that to yourself. If you're really concerned, go to the doctor. God, I’m kinda depressed. I've been shopping for TWO DAYS. I have quite big bones, which leads to: big chest, big hips, big shoulders. I’m also REALLY tall. Have I mentioned that? But anyway, after those TWO DAYS of shopping, I have a pair of trousers and a T-Shirt that fit me. Finally. I was getting kind of depressed, because there were all these REALLY skinny girls shopping, who looked great in everything, and I was kind of like: “My curly hair isn't responding well to the humidity, I can't get any trousers that fit over my hips, and WHY are all the T-Shirts so tight you can see my bra?????" God. I HATE shopping. It's VERY depressing.”
--ComicGirl, 12

“I’m real skinny. 50 pounds. I eat tons. I can’t gain weight :{!”
--I M ME, 12

“Me and my best friend are always being picked on! She is very over weight and everybody at my school makes fun of her. They also make fun of me because I hang out with her, because I am really short and skinny. They sometimes say things like, “How strange, a fat girl and an anorexic are friends!" I sometimes think that fighting back might do something, but they always come back with even more horrible things, that make me at a loss for words. I feel very angry, sad, and so many other emotions that I didn't even know existed!”
--Evy, 13

“I like this boy but he thinks I’m ugly what should I do I really want to impress him.”
--Alice, 11

“My friends and I wear Bras and deodorant and shave or Nair our legs. But my 14 year old cousin (also a girl ) told me I was too young to wear a bra even though I have a big chest and thought I was trying to act older than I actually I am. But my mom told me she was just trying to be more mature than me. Anyone who thinks I’m too young to wear a real bra, your wrong!”
--ShiShi, 10

“People judge me by my shyness! I really get hurt because of that. Nobody would want to be my partner in any partnership work because I think they are afraid I won't do anything because I don't talk! I wish people wouldn’t judge me by that! I am good at a lot of stuff that they don't know!”
--Mia, 12

“Who cares what other people think of you ? Everyone has his or her flaws. YES even the perfect size zero models you see on t. V. I am fat and have a small case of acne! Do I let that put me down? no! And if I really want to fix it ill cut down my food portions and slap some proactive on my face. If people make fun of you and say something like " your ugly" they probably just mean " I am not satisfied with myself and I’m a loser! HA HA HA!!!!" Just don’t let anyone put you down K?.”
--miss green day, 12

“Donnique, 12: I’m 5'3 n weigh 113. But at this stage? You'll fill out. But if you feel uncomfortable, talk to your doctor. He/she can answer all your questions.”
--Leilani, 13

“Little off Topic, but people think I’m older than I actually am. My mom and I were in her friend’s store and another saleslady was working there. She thought I was 14! It's not really judging me but still, I’m just very tall 4 my age.”
--ShiShi, 10

“Katherine(11) I know how u feel. Those kids were probably jealous because you're so tall.”
--ShiShi, 10

“Violet: I’m very sorry to hear about your hard life. Is everything getting better? I really hope so! Joy and peace to you! And a good summer!”
--Michael, 13

“First, Donnique (12) There is a special thing for you BMI you BMI is how u find out if you are healthy. A physical appearance, yea how large I am my friends underestimate how fast I run. We have a 100 steps to go up and I make it in about 2 minutes and they take double that. I also think that I get judged by my chest size. I’m pretty big. Everyone things I’m the smart girl that fakes and I’m actually like a blonde and ditzy because of my large chest. First of all I have brownish hair with red, orange, and blonde I’m not 100% blonde. Second, I am smart I get good grades. I don't guess on test. Last, even though people have big chests doesn't mean they are dumb. Jessica Simpson makes her money by acting dumb, only a smart person could do that. Look at Paris Hilton she has a small chest and she is dumb. All she does is party and she’s like anorexic or something.”
--Erin, 11

“I personally have never been judged ( not trying to brag, I’m just saying. ) but anyway, I do know a kid in my grade and he is kind of “Big" you might say, for his age. And people pick on him a lot and it’s really hard not to because everyone is picking on him, but you just gotta not say anything because it’s just mean to that person that is being picked on. And I feel bad for him kind of and he only has like 1 friend, and everyone picks on the “Big" kid's one friend because his friend is slow and kind of stutters. Well this is what I say, who cares what size they are or how they look or how they talk or how they are smart or they aren't so smart. Half of the time the kids that have these problems can't help it so just stop picking on them is what I say. And I also have a cousin that stutters and is kind of big. I still like him as a cousin or as a person. And if somebody came up and laughed at me and said is that your cousin ?, I would tell the truth and say yes, because I am not embarrassed about him being my cousin. Because it’s not his fault, he can't help it. Well anyway I’m getting a little off track. So lets get to the point. Just don't pick on anybody, because everybody has a purpose for being on this earth and we are all special in our own way. So just deal with it! :] peace out.”
--Emma, 13

“People make fun of me because, like Donnique, 12, I am VERY skinny and tall. I only weigh 48 pounds and I m 10. I am also 4'2". They think I, like have bulimia because I don't eat huge amounts and I am skinny.”
--Iya Jane, 10

“Well sometimes people laugh at me cause my butt is too big.”
--Carmen, 12

“People judge me by what I wear. Like when they see me playing with guys they call us boyfriend and girlfriend. Also popular kids tease me because I wear unmatched clothes and I hate pink and I love red and black.”
--Lisa, 9

“I've been made fun of cause I have freckles on my nose!!!! I hate freckles!!!”
--Chimpgirl, 11

“Yes. Everyone has gone through it. It's the way you look. Oh, I look too skinny or fat, tall, short, white, or black, people say throughout this planet. People are unique in their own ways!”
--Krislyn, 9

“In the middle of fifth grade when I started getting used to my friends, I was always being judged by my hair and my “flat butt". Now these days at my school it was mostly all that we talked about. As a black girl I had to get my hair relaxed or 'permed'. And as a black girl it usually wasn't 'normal' for a girl like me to be as 'flat' as they said I was in that area. They would always tease me and say stuff like 'Gurl, when you gonna get a perm?' and I couldn't cause my hair was nappy and my mama didn't want to do it anywayz. When my so-called BFF and I got into fights she would use that against me, which broke me down. Now I have my hair permed and my butt has been growing and I like myself just the way I am.”
--Anonymous

“Amber, instead of making yourself starve and throw up, maybe you should tell your parents to cut off second helpings or something off of your diet, or to stop buying the sweets. That way you’ll be eating right, and you won’t gain weight. And if you can see your ribs now, trust me, you've lost enough weight! and if the girls make fun of you because you’re too fat or too skinny, tell them 'Hey, tomorrow it could be you.' They will get caught off guard and they won’t know what to do! Usually they just apologize or stop talking about you. I hope it turns out good for you!”
--Gronnie, 12

“Is 135 overweight for an 11 year old? I cry myself to sleep sometimes because I’m fat and all of my friends are skinny and fit in to anything and I can’t wear bikinis because I’m soo fat. I really want 2 lose WEIGHT because at my school I always get teased that I’m fat and that hurts me a lot to even talk about it. Soo I want 2 be skinny for 6 grade and I want clothes to look nice on me!”
--Alex, 11

“Some people think I’m like too pretty! LOL.”
--Ivy, 10

“Hee, hee. Thanks, Violet! Thanks, Liana! Fortunately, I've only had one comment. The boys are shorter than me, and their eye level is around there, so it's kind of hard to tell!”
--ComicGirl, 12

“I am one of the few girls in my grade with an actual chest. My other friends wear bras, but only 2 get used 2 it. My friends and I were talking about the song “My humps" let's call my friends A B and C. A says 'They don’t just talk about butts' and C and B Say 'What?' A says, 'U know, what Shoshana has.' Total embarrassment.”
--ShiShi, 10

“I want to diet because everywhere I look there are a lot of girls that are skinny. And I always say ‘Why can’t I look like that?’ And everyone makes fun of me. I want my clothes to look good on me and I want my friends to say ‘Wow’ to me when school starts. That is why I want to diet and lose about 45 pounds.”
--Alex, 12

“People always whistle when I walk by them and I HATE IT. They all wanna make out(I DON’T) but I want a sweet boyfriend because I don’t have one. Anyway I’m tall so people are like “Why aren’t you running, Long Legs?" Then they laugh. UUUUUUUUU I hate it.”
--Shelby, 10

“Sry to post again but I just read what Amber wrote, Don’t do that it’s AWFUL for your body, I am 10 and I way 83 and I workout and stop eating when I’m full (I’m tall though.)ANYWAY it will turn into a eating disorder and that’s bad because you'll get super skinny. Amber tell you parents or your guardian what you’re doing and be happy with how God made you!!!”
--Shelby, 10

“Of course...Don't we all :) I know I not the fastest runner in the school but I know who am and I stick to it, just remember nobody is better than you at all, if they think they r they need to grow up and get a life bc hey, I a black gurl who can't run as fast, they got a problem wit it...Somethin's goin' down!!!!!! LOL. JK just br ur-self :).”
--Talia, 12

“It’s not cool to use drugs and drink, it’s cool to NOT use them!”
--Blah Blah, 12

“I dress like a guy sometimes and people right away jump to the conclusion that I’m gay. I mean, COME ON!! Get to know me a little before you assume things. And it makes it worse that a friend of mine also dresses like I do and people think we're 'going out. ' *rolls eyes* To them I say “Please. Grow up.”.”
--Anonymous

“People would make fun of me because I have a lisp, and I pronounce my s's different because I have a tooth growing on the roof of my mouth. They would make these weird lisping noises when they saw me. They would talk about me behind my back. I JUST HATED IT!”
--Andrea, 12

“I get labeled emo/scene. It really annoys me as well. I hate my school. It’s extremely rough + everyone seems to do drugs, smoke, and drink. Totally idiots. Recently I've been on crutches and a girl said to me “Errr get the spacker out the way," then pushed me over. I hate basically everything about my school. I have no friends either. My mum won't let me move. She says our school is the best in the area... it’s rubbish. Urgh! She doesn't care that I have no friends. All she cares about is my grades. Which are rubbish anyway. I hate my social life. I seriously do. ]:.”
--Hannah, 13

“Amber: STOP! I am pretty tall and I weigh between 90- 106 pounds. You were fine at 80 pounds. Just exercise and eat healthy food just to keep yourself healthy not to lose weight. If you are not careful, you could turn out like Mary-Kate Olsen, or Nicole Richie (both have eating disorders, or at least Mary Kate does)!”
-- ShiShi, 10

“Yeah!! when I went to Honduras with my family, all of the people would walk up to us and start touching mine and my sisters hair (we're blonde). I guess they had never seen blonde hair. And some guys at church think that ALL blondes are dumb. How stupid is that? And yes I said church.”
--Brittany, 12

“Being fat and ugly, yeah I think people judge me on that. ‘Cause if you’re not pretty and not skinny in this world you’ll die.”
--Kalt, 13

“ComicGirl: I hear you. I’m always like ‘Why are you even looking there long enough to NOTICE?’ Don't feel bad. Tell them to get a life.”
--Violet, 13

“Some people used to make fun of my teeth because they aren't what you would call perfect or straight. I just ignored them and now I’m getting braces. So, soon my teeth will be nice and nobody will make fun of me!! And to anybody with a problem like me, just ignore the jokes and know that soon enough, you can go and smile right in their faces with your new, straight teeth!!!”
--Anonymous

“People say that I am short and way too thin. I get made fun of and people say I am Anorexic. It sometimes hurts my feelings. The people in my class also say that I am too smart and made fun of that too, some of my other friends are really nice and tell them to back off. They do so I am lucky to have Kris around.”
--Anne, 13

“My eyes seem to change color. I know it sounds weird, but in the summer, they're blue-green. In the winter, they're navy blue. (No, it isn't the light!) I think it's kinda cool!”
--HarryPotter, 12

“People always judge me when they see my acne and they usually make fun of me. It doesn't bother me that much though. Also, ComicGirl(12), I see your point about running. I am SUPER tall yet I don't really like running at all. And my chest isn't very big but since I am skinny, it shows up more. So the boys are always commenting on it in a flattering way (usually) and the girls are envious becuz they are flat. Anyway, most of the boys are staring at....To put it bluntly, I should buy one of those 'My face is up here' shirts someday!”
--Liana, 10

“Julisa: My mom told me that you can use Baking Soda, to brush your teeth, and it works really well too!”
--Lori, 11

“Carol 13: Oooo someone seems a little egotistical....”
--Me, 12

“Yes. I am 11 years old and am going to go to middle school, but I am only 69-75 pounds. I am 5 feet 4 inches, though. I've always gotten teased about being too skinny but I just keep losing weight. I am worried that people will tease me at my new school (It’s in WI and lots of kids are 'pleasantly plump.'”
--Lilly, 11

“What most kids don't understand in this day and age is that between ages 8-late teen years, YOU ARE DEVELOPING. YOU GET TALLER. YOU GET THICKER. YOU WILL GAIN WEIGHT. There is NO SHAME in that! It’s called PUBERTY. And this is a heartfelt message to all those with eating disorders - particularly a disturbing one on this page - PLEASE DON’T DO ANYTHING TO YOUR WEIGHT UNLESS A PROFESSIONAL DOCTOR INSTRUCTS YOU TO DO SO! IF YOU DO, YOU ARE RUINING THE BEAUTIFUL BODY THAT GOD HAS GIVEN YOU! YOU HAVE IMMEASURABLE WORTH IN HIS EYES! WHY WOULD YOU WANT TO CHANGE THAT?”
--Leilani, 13

“I always get judged by the way I laugh. It sometimes makes me cry. I sometimes don’t eat and instead cry in the bathroom. I always get called the 'mental goat' and I’m sick of it!!!”
--Brandi, 10

“Amber(and all those with eating disorders)- tell an adult you trust about what you are doing NOW. It is NOT healthy that you are 63 pounds. That is a disturbing weight at your age. I was 10 years old and I was on the verge of ninety! Please understand that YOU ARE NOT ALONE. THOUSANDS OF GIRLS HAVE EATING DISORDERS AND MANY OF THEM ARE GETTING HELP. TELL AN ADULT NOW!”
--Leilani, 13

“People make fun of me because I’m skinny and tall. Is 117 lbs 2 skinny 4 5'6?”
--Donnique, 12

“People don’t like me because of my size. They think about my personality as all, they judge me on how I look.”
--Shanyn, 9

“My skinny arms! I hate it! They say I have skeleton arms and it is not true! My friends just say that because, well, they are not really my friends!”
--Anonymous

“Amber, 10: STOP! What you are doing is excessive. I am 11 years old and I am 70 pounds. I am a very skinny person. I look weird in a bikini because all of my ribs stick out, and I can see every single one of my ribs. That is not because I am anorexic. I am in perfect condition, physically speaking. God made me like that and I am happy just the way I am. My 8-year-old sister is heavier than me, and you can still see all of her ribs. You need to stop. You may not think that right now, but one day, you're going to find yourself being rushed into the hospital because of that excessive amount of weight you lost. I bet you feel really cold a lot, and you don't have a lot of energy. Those are symptoms of an anorexic. If you have to be rushed to the emergency room because suddenly you blacked out doing emails or something, you will be hooked up to IVs until you gain more than you have ever weighed. Then when you are allowed to go home, you will eventually be able to eat, yes I’m actually saying this, a cookie. It will take you a lot more than 2 minutes to eat a cookie. Trust me, I know, because I was an anorexic. I look back on the days that I had my eating disorder, and I would like at cry at all the pain I caused my family, they were so scared. I hope you reconsider and go back to just the way you were before those nasty girls in your class started telling you that you were fat. They were liars, and I hope you never have to go through what you're going through right now.”
--Someone

“Dreaming of (12) THANK YOU! Yeah, my life has been kinda hard. I haven't done it for over a month. I told my friend Trey and he was REALY supportive. I'll probably tell my other friends if it comes up. THANK YOU IMLs FOR HELPING MY THROUGH THIS:).”
--Violet, 13

"My name is Rebecca, and I wanted to let anybody who is reading this, that gets made front of for the way you look, that you don't have to worry about what you look like because the Lord loves you, no matter what you look like! The Lord made you and he knew what he was doing…”
--Rebecca, 13

“Yeah. Like, people assume because I’m tall, I should like running. Why? I don't see a reason to run if I don't have to. Know when I'll run? When there's a lion after me. Also, once a girl made a comment about my chest. This is because, I, ah, hit puberty faster. It's not like I’m even THAT big. :(.”
--ComicGirl, 12

“Some people mistake me for being tall (13yrs) and I just want them to know me and be 11! But I like being tall and I still live.”
--Sarah, 11

“Simone(12): Don't resort to that! 135 lbs. is not anywhere near that bad, and nothing is bad enough to become anorexic or bulimic! Bulimia also destroys your stomach and throat lining, so never, ever try it, please!!”
--JS

“Julisa, 13: WHATEVER YOU DO, DON'T BUY A TOOTH WHITENING KIT! They don't whiten your teeth, they just strip away the enamel of your teeth, leaving your susceptible (spell?) to plaque, and other nasty stuff. Go to a health food shop and look for a whitening toothpaste with bamboo or charcoal. If you have a lot of money, go to your dentist, and get them whitened there, but these are apparently 200-400 a pop, and you need 4. Don't let your friends get you down! Also, eat strawberries. There's an acid in them that's believed to whiten teeth.”
--ComicGirl, 12

“Sometimes people make fun of me because I really love my garage because I named her Lola. Lola is my best friend in the whooooooole world. There's a bully named Sam who says that Lola is not really a person. THAT REALLY HURTS MY FEELINGS =[ how do I get friends and gain control over my garage {Lola}.”
--Sparky

“Julia- Try getting toothpaste that makes your teeth whiter. If that doesn't help, it’s ok. If they are really your friends they will understand and they will not care. U need to make sure that you brush them very good each day 3 times and that should help.”
--Carissa

“QueenKitten: I don't mean scream it out to my whole school, I mean tell my close friends Abby, Jake and Elena. Because I’m getting really tired of saying I stepped on Lexi's cat (even though it's been a month you can still see a few).”
--Violet, 13

“I get teased about how thin I am. People think I am anorexic when they ask how much I weigh and I say about 75.8 - 78 pounds. I’m just like everybody else so why won't they leave me alone?”
--Kennedy, 11

“Hmmm...oh yeah, this kid in my class teases me about my skin, and that I’m Filipino.”
--Jemma May, 10

“Also people think I don't eat but I eat a plenty good amount of food. It makes me mad when people say something without even knowing anything about it.”
--Kennedy, 11

“Julisa: It's OK! My teeth are not white, and I sometimes feel bad, but I just forget about it and I would ignore anyone who says anything bad. Some people can B so rude!”
--Lori, 11

“My friend is so rude, and she says that I am on a diet. She is so rude, and I am still mad at her. I would never go on a diet, and that is not to make fun of, and it is dangerous, even though I am not on one. I do not like her. :P.”
--Lori, 11

“I’m Rachel but I like DRAMAQUEEN better. Kristy, just because ur the daughter of a lawyer it doesn’t mean ur spoiled. If u were the daughter of a king then it would definitely be a different matter. Lizzy, short hair and brains just means u will b getting in2 a great high school & college. Kamron, you deserve a friend that nice. To get rid of ur pimples u should wash ur face 2x a day & drink LOTS of water. Sarah, it sounds like ur classmates need 2 shut up. No one is dumb, Simon. Allison, try a tankini. Amber just like everyone else said, U NEED 2 STOP!!! If people can see ur ribs, then ur obviously thin. I think I used 2 have bulmia & I stopped it by myself. PurpleKitten & Beatriz, being short is NOTHING 2 b ashamed of. Nadia, u should tell ur class that at least ur not fat. Analysis, you deserve that attention. 2 anyone who wants 2 lose weight, DON'T JUST diet or just exercise you must do BOTH of them. You should NOT take pills becuz they make ur body lose it’s appetite. Then it will probably eat away @ itself without u knowing.”
--Racheldadvicegiver, 10

“Amber, I’m 2 years older than you, and I weigh just as much as you do!”
--Michael, 13

“Kitten: Do not try doing what Amber is doing! She could have a problem. That is not right!!! You can agree with her, but please do not do it!!!!!”
--Lori, 11

“Amber: Do your parents know? You should NOT do that, and if you cannot stop, do not write about it, because people are starting to believe you!”
--Lori, 11

“Why would people judge me? I am rich, blond, skinny, beautiful, and I am the most popular girl in school. What do I have to worry about?”
--Carol, 13

“I’m one of the tallest kids in my grade. I’m even taller than most of the boys. A boy I like only comes up to my shoulder! I know, though, that in a few years, I won't stand out so much.”
--SS, 12

“I don't think, I know. I’m big (tall and fat) and I've gotten a lot of comments even when I’m asking a simple question. This year people that have made fun of me last year only admit I’m big when I say they have my permission to say their comments, or in PE. And once my friend, who is big too, brought up about me in a nice-dumb way (she thinks she weighs perfect and then when someone who looks smaller than her weighs more than what she says she is, she will try so hard to convince them that their wrong on how big they are!).”
--Jacy, 12

“Dear Lisa, 12...you are right in that people say that what is inside is what really counts, but today we are judged by our appearance. I hate it. I wish we could look on the inside and see who they really are…”
--Elizabeth Ann, 12

“I HATE BEING 100 POUNDS!!!!”
--Mary, 11

“People make fun of me because I’m a little overweight. My doctor said I had to lose 10 lbs last summer or I might get diabetes. I only lost 7 lbs and I could tell my doctor wasn't happy. She said, ‘I’m serious now!’ She showed me the stats on overweight children in America. She said it might help if I took it one day at a time, eating healthy foods and exercising.”
--Katie, 12

“Violet 13, from some of the other post you have written I can tell you have a none-too-easy life. If you used to hurt yourself because of the way others around you acted or because your life was out of control, be mindful that hurting yourself is not away to relieve your pain. If you tried to hurt yourself before it was because you were in emotional pain. When your heart aches it is a feeling that no modern medicine can cure besides the wonderful medicine of love. Believe me I know I have had my fair share of heart ache in the past. Tell your friends if they truly care about you they will be supportive and accepting. If they are true friends they will try to help you with their friendship. I am lucky to have the wonderful supportive friends that I have now.”
--Dreaming of, 12

“It may not seem as bad as being judged for your shape, but I am judged by what kind of clothes I wear. Everyone always says I dress weirdly. It sort of hurts my feelings because I dress how I feel and I dress like who I am. And if people think I dress weird, they must think I’m weird too. But those who r judged for other reasons, keep at it, and always be nice to others, and, just wait and see. Once you look even better than the people who judged you, they'll probably realize that it's perseverance and kindness that got you this far...”
--Loco Moco, 12

“I absolutely hate my teeth. Sometimes my ‘friends’ make stupid comments about them and it really hurts my feelings. Is there any way I could get them whiter without having to buy a teeth whitening kit? Please respond if you can.”
--Julisa, 13

“Allison- try wearing a tankiki. You're lucky you even get to wear a bikini. I can only wear a 1 piece. If you eat greasy or fried foods try eating a salad instead. I DON'T think that 140 pounds would really be overweight. If u r trying 2 lose weight, DON'T, DON'T, DON'T skip any meals. If u try doing that you'll just get ‘fatter.’ Try eating healthier foods. Ur belly does NOT have to be curved in for u not 2 b fat. Hope it works!! :).”
--Rachel, 10

“I think that people MIGHT judge me in 2 ways because my acne is acting up & I’m like fighting in Zit War One. And the other reason is because sometimes when people talk 2 my mom they tell her that me & my siblings (aka: sibs) r very beautiful (not 2 b conceited) & I’m always overdressed 4 like everything, even though I don't want 2 b. :( :).”
--Rachel, 10

“Dear Tyler(11): If you would like to stop suffering from eczema, you should use Eucerin cream and unscented Dove original soap. Hope it works! :).”
--Rachel, 10

“Alison (11): you're just fine the way you are. So what if u don't look great in a bikini! I’m sure if you looked, you could find some really cute 1-piece suits that look good on you. Violet (13): if you actually care about what people will say about you, don't tell anyone else. You will be teased and at the same time everyone will worry about you. I've been there, and it didn't go well.”
--QueenKitten

“Hey HarryPotter, u like 2 give advice, don't u? I do:).”
--Rachel, 10

“People think I’m anorexic because I’m skinny and I don't eat much but I eat a lot sometimes and my actual weight is 98-100 lbs…”
--Izzy, 12

“Well I’m more mature (physically and mentally) then some of the kids in my grade and I’m a little tall. But nobody judges me or anything.”
--Shi Shi, 10

“Being judged is a problem with me. I am always being judged for what I am and I hate that. People always say it’s what is inside that counts, but nowadays that doesn't happen anymore. Well I want to say that to my school at WCA.”
--Lisa, 12

“I’m 12 and I didn't even hit 5ft yet. Some people tease me bcuz of it. But I tell them ‘It's fun being short.’ Then they always ask ‘How is it fun being short?’ Then I jump on their back and tell them in their ear ‘‘Cuz I can get a free piggy back ride!’”
--Esther, 12

“Everyone at school teases me because I am 90 pounds.”
--Emily, 9

“Some kids at school think I’m skinny. They also think I’m short. In a way I am both of those things, but I see other kids much shorter and skinnier than me.”
--Matthew, 12

“Ok, I am 12 and 90 pounds. I’m not underweight, I’m as healthy as a horse. I know most people talk about being judged because they're overweight but I get called anorexic at school and I don’t know what to do?!?!?!?”
--Rachel, 12

“Allison, you shouldn't be so sad. If your doctor says you aren't overweight, then don't worry. I’m not the thinnest one either, but I’m glad for that. I’m proud of my curves, and you should be too. There was a time when I thought I was so fat, but then, I tried on some new clothes and looked really good in them. I finally found something that made me not only look, but FEEL pretty. I’m sure you will too.”
--Darksarcasm

“WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!MCR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! This one guy judges me just because of the music I listen to and the clothes I wear. He thinks I worship the Devil.” “Amber(10), there are better ways to lose weight than throwing up all your food and starving yourself. 63 pounds isn't a lot for 10 anyway. You can start yourself into Anorexia if you aren't careful…”
--Annika

“Amber (10), you have to stop. You’re VERY underweight and are most likely bulimic. Sorry if that’s blunt, but you could die from this, and even though you think you’re fat, you’re skinny and need to gain the weight. You should get help soon.”
--Violet, 13

“Yes I have. I get called ‘stick’ sometimes at school because I am so skinny. Other kids call me praying mantis because of the way I position my hands when I am not using them. They tell me I have no abs and that I am not ‘hot’ because of all the bites I have on my 4-head (some of them r pimples). I think a girl likes me but I am betting myself that I don't deserve to even b friends with someone that nice, pretty, and fair.”
--Kamron, 11

"My opinion is that I think everyone is good at everything! I know a lot of people (one time it was me) that want to be perfect at everything. Those people who want to run faster: it doesn’t matter how you run, at least you can run because there are those who can’t. People who want to play an instrument better: remember that there are people who can’t play any instruments. Remember that YOU have the power to do anything, no matter what others think or say! Do what you love NOW because tomorrow might be too late.”
--Tamara, 13

“Have you felt something when someone picks on you and you want to hit them, but you are scared that you might get in trouble?”
--Haide, 10

“Yes I have because when I get in trouble I get spanked and all my friends don’t.”
--Jessica, 9

“I am judged by other people because I sweat a LOT. Even when we don’t do anything, I sweat under my arms. And when we run cross-country, I’M SOAKED. One time this kid told me I had a smiley face on my back. It turned out 2 be my sweat outlining my sports bra!!! I practically killed him 4 that. At the dance later on, I was soooo nervous because my antiperspirant was in my mom’s car n my mom wasn’t home!!! By the time that the dance was in full swing, I couldn’t move my upper arms w/o exposing the wet spots. Then this 8th grader (who is taller than me) asked me 2 dance and my sister took a picture. Naturally, u could see the sweat. But while I was dancing w/ the 8th grader we got on2 the subject of self-consciousness, and he said that if u don’t worry about what other ppl think, u enjoy life soooo much more. I've bought a new antiperspirant (since no other stuff works- and this new one is doctor recommended!) and I’m really confident that it will work. But if it doesn’t, that’s ok. Because if people judge me, they’ve got a problem. I don’t. God made me how I am and I won’t change myself just so other people don’t talk about me behind my back. As long as I don’t know about it, it won’t hurt me.”
--Leilani, 13

“I actually had no friends. People always made fun of me because I was 4'11" and weighed 150lbs. So that summer I actually grew an inch and lost 20lbs. The healthy way. I was really excited but when I came back to school people would say, ‘She lost half of her body mass, and she still sinks a ship.’ I then was extremely ticked off, so I lost 15 lbs and that spring I joined the track team and I proudly can say I now and fit and can run a lot faster than the girls that made fun of me. I can run a 7 min and 10 sec mile.”
--Sarah, 13

“People make fun of me because I am skinny.”
--Katelynn, 11

“I really want to know: is 140 pounds overweight? I cry myself to sleep because I see other girls being so small and they can wear a bikini and I look fat in one. It's so hard. What should I do?”
--Allison, 11

“I’m afraid people will judge me if they found out I used to hurt myself. But I only did it a couple of times and then I quit because I realized what I'd been doing. Only my BFF Lexi knows. Should I tell some of my other close friends?”
--Violet, 13

“It seems like everyone judges people by the way they look and dress at my school. You just have to learn to respect other people’s opinions. You may think a person’s totally hot, while another person might think they’re the ugliest person they’ve ever seen.”
--Amanda, 12

“Yeah, my face. My face has dark circles under my eyes. And I’m skinny. Most people in my class are not.”
--Lakyn, 11

“In my school, if you get your clothes at anywhere besides American Eagle, Abercrombie, or Pacsun, you are uncool. I spent all my money on a nice sweater and then the most popular girl in school called me ugly and ruined the sweater with her gogurt. Also, because I don't wear a bikini to pool parties, I am left out…”
--Ali, 13

“They think I’m dumb.”
--Simon, 11

“Yeah…I can NEVER live a week in school without people making fun of how skinny I am, or flat or whatever. It’s like everybody in my grade is bigger than me. I try not to care but it keeps coming back...”
--Nadia, 12

“Not physically, but mentally. I’m smarter than most of the people in my core classes. Occasionally, people call me a 'dictionary' (Me and my friend, Michael share the same nickname because he's really smart too).”
--HarryPotter, 12

“Amber, you are only 10 years old, you and other kids think there is a ‘right’ weight to be when there is not one at all! It’s all about being healthy, and Anorexia and bulimia is soo not healthy! Yes, there is a name for what you are doing, but more importantly there is a treatment too! We all have different body types girl! I weigh 130 pounds but I am 5 foot 8 in. So it evens out and I look skinny. So once again I go to the fact that u are only 10 and you will even out! The fact that ur 63 pounds and you can see how thin you are is terrible, and if you continue you will he hospitalized (no seeing friends and other stuff!), or even worse, you can die. Tell your mom or another trusted adult about your problems (including making yourself throw up) because you can't stop and accept yourself all by yourself. You won't grow right and even out if you continue this. There are millions of girls literally that have your problem (look it up on google or w/e!). And millions of them have solved it. I mean come on, is your goal to look like a stick? I know that if u reach that goal you will realize that it’s not actually what you want. Besides, your parents and other people are going to realize sooner or later that you are going through this. I hope that it will be sooner though...just listen to me for your own good!”
--ListenToMe

“Okay, I am judged on my body like everyone else. But my story is a little different. You see, I am 110 pounds, but I am 5 feet almost 9 inches so it evens out. People judge me because I’m skinny. I really think some people think I’m anorexic or something but I’m really not. When I was 8-12 people called me names such as long legs and skyscraper. But of course now some people have stopped that. The problem is that I now feel weird around my friends because they always say ‘Oh Katie you're so skinny, tall, and pretty. All the guys like you,’ and I feel bad because a couple of my friends are a bit chubby, but some are average too - and they're the people saying that. We were discussing it once and I was like ‘But I don't do diets and all the freaky stuff.’ One of them was like ‘Okay. Whatever you say.’ So the problem is that I’m tall, thin, and pretty, which sounds weird but I've been trying to decide if I should try to look less pretty, and eat more so my friends don't envy me anymore. I don't really know...is this stupid? But it’s been bothering me so much. Advice?”
--Katie, 13

“I agree with Amber (10), people who are skinny call me fat. It seems so weird to me, but my CRUSH doesn't call me fat! I think he likes me. A crush that barely talks to me, doesn't call me fat.”
--Kitten, 9

“Since 6th grade (just graduated May 25th 2006 from 8th grade!!) I have been judged almost constantly because people say I have a big forehead. Well, at that moment when they call me a name relating to my forehead. It really hurts my feelings and I kind of believe them. But after a while, I think every word that came out of their mouth about me was wrong! Tip if picked on: when someone calls you a name, just laugh!”
--Emily, 13

“I am really chubby. I weigh 135 lbs and I can’t lose weight. I have been dieting and exercising for the past year! I only seem to gain. If I can’t lose weight soon I will resort to anorexia and bulimia. I really don’t want to! But I hear about other people doing that and they seem to lose weight faster. Besides I know my limits and I will stop once I’m 100 lbs. I just hate having baby fat! My parents just say I have a strong build but I don’t think so. I want to know if there is a fast way of losing weight. My mom wont let me take pills so. Ya.”
--Simone, 12

“Yeah, I’m fourteen and I don't shave my legs; my friends don't really care, but other people comment on it and think it's weird. Sometimes it bothers me, and my mum says that if I want to I could start shaving, but I don't feel like it. I guess it's taught me to be myself in spite of what everybody else says or thinks of as ‘Normal’…”
--Charlotte

“Although my friends say I’m beautiful, there's only one problem. My chest is too small. Some people think I’m younger than I am because of it, and I don't feel confident about it either.”
--Mandy, 13

“Amber, 10 - you shouldn't do that! You're really skinny if you're only 63 lbs! People die from what you're doing - because you're not eating, your body will start to eat away at itself, eventually killing you. You should find somebody to talk to soon. Please remember that it doesn't matter what everybody else thinks and it also does NOT matter what you look like.”
--Charlotte

“Yeah, because I’m not as skinny as other people, and I’m, uh, a bit more developed then other girls. Oh, and to Amber(10) and with your weight problem...you are not fat! You are perfect the way you are. Yeah, I know I’m just some kid on the internet, but seriously! You’re 10 and you weigh 63 pounds? Please stop what you’re doing to yourself if you haven't already. I’m not so skinny, and I am proud of who I am!!!”
--Steph, 11

“Amber (10): do not starve yourself. 80 lbs is nothing to be ashamed about. You are way too skinny. 80 lbs is skinny compared to me. Please don't do that. It is very unhealthy. Don't listen to those girls. They're just stupid! I have true friends that don't care what I weigh! Listen to your true friends. They will help you. They helped me. Just don't become that skinny. It's really unhealthy.”
--Ambitiousgirl

“The boys always care about how I look. The girls care about how pretty and preppy you are. You should live your life how you want it to be. Some people judge me for how many friends I have. I don't have any because of my disorders.”
--Jadzia, 9

“Hey (Amanda 10): don't worry. I am overweight too. If you are worried about what your friends are saying behind your back, they aren't real friends anyway. When you meet a person and become friends and you feel like you can completely trust them with your heart, then you’ve got a TRUE friend.”
--Rallia, 12

“Yes, I have cystic fibrosis and a lot of people don't understand.”
--Ryan, 11

“I am always being judged by how I look.”
--Bailie, 9

“Yes I feel that a lot.”
--Taylor, 10

“I think that people judge me because I have acne, am overweight, and don't look 'hot'. I want to lose weight, and I probably should. I weigh almost 150 at twelve years old (going to be 13). I feel uncomfortable around skinny girls, and avoid making friends with them. I feel like they would look down upon me because of my weight. I am pretty and I know it. I just like to eat. I am 5'3 and people are always saying I look around fifteen. I am curvy and have elegant features to my face. I am sure this guy likes me ‘cause he's always showing off around me. But I think I am just kidding myself and feel undeserving of his attention because I am overweight. Please someone give me pointers on how to raise my self esteem…”
--Analisha, 12

“The first day of school everybody gets judged, but not me just because I am Hispanic and I am overweight. But everybody says that I should just go to my home town and they leave me alone and say that if I go to the gym, but I was born here and I say I was born here, and I don’t think that they would like to get judged.”
--Tania, 10

“Yeah, and it stinks. Just because you may look a certain way people instantly judge you by your appearance. I think the saying ‘Never Judge a book by its cover' really is important when dealing with things such as these (does anyone like Star Wars?).”
--ChloeGirl, 12

“I find that kids laugh at me because I have a big mole on my chin and my upper lip is a little hairy. But can I help that I’m Greek? I never let people judge me.”
--Giovanna

“Some people laugh at me ‘cuz I’m not athletic like other people. Sometimes that hurts my feelings. I know I am not athletic but I do fun stuff.”
--Carmella, 11

“Yes, I feel like people judge me sometimes because of my rash, Eczema on my ankle. They call it ‘disease.’ They think it's funny...but it really hurts.”
--Tyler, 11

“Well yes and no. Some really skinny girls in my class call me fat. I want to lose weight so bad...I tried dieting. That didn't work. I tried exercising. That didn't work. And now I starve myself, and when I do eat, after I finish I sneak breath mints into my pocket, and sneak into the bathroom and throw it up. And after I get out I put the breath mint in. My friends say I am too skinny now. I just don’t listen to them. So what if you can see some of my ribs? I still think I am fat and I am still going to do it until I am skinny. I am 10 years old I used to weight 80 and now I weight 63. I am so fat! Hopefully if I keep doing what I am doing I will get skinny.”
--Amber, 10

“Remember, there's good in the worst places! I’m a total dork, but I’m still a good guy!”
--Michael, 13

“I am not as cool as most people in my grade, and my friend talks about me! What should I do?”
--Lori

“Yes because people make fun of me and say ‘You and Derek sitting in a tree, K-I-S-S-I-N-G.’”
--Samantha, 10

“I still have no armpit hair.”
--Joe

"(Lizzie 9): how can you be such a snot? The only reason she probably acted like that is because she's probably used to being picked on about her weight. How would you feel if you had been in her shoes, huh? Oh, and by the way, you really shouldn't brag about your weight. It's totally immature.”
--MEW, 13

“I think I'm judged by my body type. I'm not as uh, let's just say ‘developed’ as the other girls in my class, but I don't really care because I don't care what anyone thinks. They can laugh it up but I won't break down under the judgments they make.”
--TTT, 13

“Yes. I feel that people judge me just because I'm not as skinny as all the other girls. But I don't want to be as skinny as everyone else! My weight doesn't bother me! Apparently it bothers other people though. I just say, ‘It's not my fault you're so jealous of me!’”
--Jessyka, 13

“I feel like I want to punch them.”
--Gmoney, 13

“I am hairy. Seriously, a kid on my bus asks to borrow my hair for a day and insults me. They didn't know I come from San Diego!”
--Diana, 10

“OMG! YES!!!!! I dyed my hair black, and this guy kept calling me a witch! And he started being really mean to me, and that makes me so PO'd when people judge others! First of all, everyone is different and you can NEVER get to know someone if you don't try…”
--Rachel, 13

“Yes, people like to judge me because I have long hair and some girls get mad because their hair is short.”
--Santilia, 13

"I am a nerd, a rebel, a popular kid, an athlete, an adventurer, and I take a lot of risks. People judge me by that, but I don't care, because that is who I am."
--Mohammad, 12

"I know: MCR rules!!! (go Penny!)."
--Helen, 11

"I¹m Samyra and I¹m judged by other people about my looks. People say that I don't fit in with their group but that doesn't matter because I have someone. That person is GOD!!!!!!!"
--Samyra, 12

"Some people think I am not smart and that I¹m dumb, but I know I¹m not! When I feel down, sometimes talking to my parents makes me feel better."
--Ashley, 13

"On the comp, people say I type preppy when I don't. I ain't no prep, kay? And in real life, people think I am some selfish rich girly brat who always gets her way 'cuz she is a lawyer's daughter. It totally freaks me out!!!!!!"
--Kristyn, 11

"I think some people in my class judge me by the way I look (even my best friend, but here's the weird part, not this boy I have a crush on!)."
--NotAJudge, 9

"I think that I am very fat and I don't like my body. I think that my friends make fun of me behind my back and I don't know what to do. I hate my body and I can't change it. Please help me. I really need it."
--Amanda, 10

"I'm not sure if people judge me by my physical appearance, but it doesn't matter to me. I am who I am, and no matter what people say about me, they can't change me in any way. Just remember that the only secure thing for all of us is that we're all insecure! We have to be secure about our insecurities."
--Amelia, 11

"Ok, well my best friend Amanda hates my other 2 really good friends. What do I do?"
--Ashley, 11

"No, because I'm cool w/ everyone."
--AramiHarris, 9

"Sometimes people make fun of me because I'm short and I get really upset about that. They call me names like Little Elf of Santa or they call me any bug that is really small. Sometimes I'm happy how I am and I accept myself and I don't act like other people. That because of the way they look. They hate themselves because of what other people say."
--Beatriz

"I think that people really wanna judge people on their pimples but not everything is about pimples. I mean, me, I'm pretty, but yet I have pimples. And yes, I've had cute boyfriends and I'm popular, but the cute boys look down on me and maybe other people with pimples ëcause that's all they see."
--Bernadette, 13

"I'm 10 years old and I have not started my period yet. I'm 'bout to turn 11 so, maybe that's when I'm going to start. Don't know. Anyways, I want to know is having a period hard? And is it okay to tell my friends even though it's 'bout me?"
--Tiara, 10

"Not really. I think it's terrible when people judge you for who you are or what you look like. Yes, we are all different but we are still all humans."
--Zaynab, 13

"Who cares about people judging u? They're not perfect anyway. You are going to have to deal with it sooner or later. Just ignore it even though it is hard."
--Ruth, 12

"I am tall and people say I'm a freak. Can you help me?"
--Anonymous

"I don't think anyone should be judged. Not by how you look, act, talk, or anything else, man!!!!! MCR RULES!!!! My Chemical Romance!!!!!!!!!!!!! "
--Penny, 11

"It is no fair! I am always judged by my size! It makes me want to cry sometimes because of how people think of me!:(."
--Samantha, 11

"Have you ever felt that somebody does not like you?"
--Shenice, 11

"Yeah. I kinda have a sorta large chest for my age (B) and guys sometimes make comments. But it only happens like twice a month, so I'm okay."
--Violet, 13

"Ova, people at my school judge me by what I look like. I am pretty and have blonde hair and every1 gives me dirty looks, even teachers. Teachers h8 me so bad. Plz will sum1 help me? Thanks a lot x."
--Holly, 11

"Being judged makes me feel like I am a kid and not a grown up. It's better to act mature enough!!!!!!!!!....."
--Sha, 12


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