and didn't know it.

Then I learned that everyone is fighting their own battle, even successful, attractive and popular individuals. Look, for example, at the lives of famous people; they usually have ups and downs, successes and failures, admiration and disgrace, unfortunate and tragic events might happen or they suffer from physical and mental illnesses just like everyone else. What you usually see is curated images of their best selves (especially on social media) while their reality is much more boring and ordinary. Why are some people successful despite everything? They usually are strong, perseverant and fighters. They don't allow others to hurt their self-esteem and self-worth. You matter just as much as everyone else. You just need to see it for yourself, and work to be where you want to be in your life.

...is our internal warning signal that we need self care. R.E.N.T. = Rest, Exercise, Nutrition, Touch. Are you getting enough?

are also present in the adult world, not just with younger people or bullying. It can be common that people are being treated badly, especially if you are a sensitive person and not in the clique of the mean, self-centered people. RENT is good but also look for like minded people who share your interests to feel more connection and belonging.