It sucks to be one, but it’s fun to meet one.
One what? Why, a new kid of course!
Now, depending on your personality, it can be pretty hard fitting into a new school. It’s even harder when it’s the middle of the year. I’ve had the personal experience of coming into a new school mid-way through the year. It’s pretty hard because by that time most people have already formed their own groups, which can make it less likely that anyone will approach you and try getting to know you, or so it may feel.
Of course, that probably won’t be the case. Many times people will come up to you pretty quickly, since they seriously don’t care if you like them or not, it’s enough for them to know that they already have a group. They could care less if you thought they were spoiled or freaks, they already have safety, immunity from becoming a loner, an outsider. But obviously they talk to you, it’s too hard to fight the curiosity..
Do you like the same music?
Like same colors?
Same opinion on what other classmate is in denial of their unpopularity?
And after interviewing the new kid endlessly, they start thinking about what classification to give you. There are many varieties, but I’ve just chosen 3, general, ways that newbies will likely be.
1. Those who are shy for the first few days, until they get comfortable, and know what group to follow, who to annoy, what to do and when to do it, etc.
This would be the majority group.
2. The few I’ve seen who are the definition of social. Comfortable whenever and wherever. Of this group I’ve had a few run-ins.
3. Last but really not least, the shy guys. The one’s who are shy from beginning to end, who are accepted into the group, but not really in it. They’re just…well..there.
The reader must understand one point though, these three categories break into many parts, the study of how and why every individual person goes in whatever category. There must be studies of their personality, self-esteem, mentality, and morality. The reasons for every person in each category is so different and so intricate, it would take a pamphlet to explain it all.
Anyway, we have all met these people, all from different categories. In the past year, I have had the chance to meet people who fit all three categories, I found that I could actually apply it to all my classmates…the whole school really.
To the ending point, this is a call-out to all you old school kids:
You’d be the greatest if you would give the newbies a chance,
Give ‘em a break and include them in the group, socialize with them
Don’t worry, they won’t bite.
P.s. blueberries are always better than strawberries!!!