The Deep End

The deep end of high school is still pretty shallow. The halls are filled with shallow people, people who care too much about other's opinions, other's thoughts, the way they are judged. They focus on what they want others to see, rather than who they really are. They hang out with certain people just for the popularity points. They want to look good, at all times. They aim to be perfect. I just don't get it.

The hashtag on twitter #10ThingsIFindAttractive is what sparked this post. While scrolling through, the majority of them were about looks. People find perfect teeth attractive, a "hot body", a nice ass, big boobs, a perfect smile. Very rarely did I come across one that had something to do with personality. Which proves my point.

I can't even count the number of times I've heard people say such shallow things. Mean Girls was right in depicting high school. It may be a bit extreme at times, but for the most part, it's pretty accurate. Maybe take Mean Girls and tone it down to 35% and you've reached Sunset High School. Make a few changes here and there, and boom. Sunset and Mean Girls are the same thing. It is actually terrifying to think about, knowing how messed up the society in Mean Girls is. It is happening in our high school, as well as others all around the country. Possibly even around the world. High school is a shallow place, and I'm always afraid for those who hit rock bottom. They say nothing is worse than hitting it, but the trip down is a hard one to watch.

As much as I hate shallow people, and the way they act, and the things they say, sometime, I can't help but to wonder. I want to know what people think when they see me. I want to know how I'm being judged. I won't take it offensively; I'm not going to change because of it. I am the way that I am, and I'm happy with that. I'm just curious as to what other's think when they see me. What clique would I be put into if it were exactly like Mean Girls? Where would I sit at lunch? Would I have been invited to Cady's party? Would you?

I like the way that I am, I like the people I surround myself with. I know they are real, I know they are honest, and I appreciate it. I fear for those who constantly judge others, and those who try to be someone they aren't. Who are you fooling? Some day, your true colors will show. Why not show them sooner, rather than later?

Always be cautious of the depths of high school. It's not as deep as you think.