I began talking here about bullying yesterday and I want to continue today because today was made in response, particularly to the bullying of lgbt teens. In memory of the many young people who lost their lives to suicide, teenager Brittany McMillan encouraged her friends to wear purple on a day in October - a day that came to be known as Spirit Day. Getting involved is easy. All you have to do is "go purple" today as we work to create a world in which LGBT teens are celebrated and accepted for who they are.
The It Gets Better campaign is also helpful to teens who are troubled about their gender identity or sexual orientation. Families have disowned their kids and churches have excluded them. Teasing and bullying and even physical assaults can take their toll on your piece of mind, but the reminder is that it does get better. Yes, there are jerks in the world, but they are wrong. ALL people are worthwhile and ALL people are loveable, regardless of sex, gender identity, or sexual orientation.
A young gentleman I know made a powerful video a few years ago that speaks to that. Tears come to my eyes whenever I watch this, but Emmanuel Romero speaks the truth. Click HERE to see his message.
Spread your own messages too. Wearing purple is a good first step - a visible sign that there are supporters, but we really need to do more. Spread the word that we are ALL loveable. Spread the word that bullying has no place anywhere. Together we really can make a difference!
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