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Graduation ....Second Thoughts
Okay so I am 14/f and will be graduating from 8th grade this year. The only thing is i do not want to go to my graduation because i dont want to have to walk infront of all the people, this is because I have Cerebral Palsy. It is a disorder that cause tight hamstings and makes me walk ver different from others. I am very self consious of this. I want to be a part of graduation but walking on stage and down an aisile(sp?) really acres me. I know that other should not judge me but. I just really dont know what to do any advice would help.I also have a big problem with stage fright and public things such as this ..if that means anything.
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If you go to your graduation and walk in front of everyone, then I think that people will really look up to you because you had the courage to get up in front of people. So I really think that you should do it.
You shouldn't care what people think about you, because no matter what, there is going to be someone in the world, somewhere that will say something behind your back. And it happens to everyone. But the only reason that they say that is because they are unconfident about themselves.
So just don't care what people think! In the end, you'll probably never see them again, and there are plenty of people out there who love you just the way you are!
**BeLLe**
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Be proud of who you are! Look yourself in the mirror and pinpoint everything you like about yourself. Don't compare your body to other people's bodies because they are different people. Maybe you have some trouble walking or trouble dancing normally. So what! Maybe you have great hair or stunning eyes. You have come a long way through middle school and you'll regret not going to your graduation just because your scared to walkin front of everyone. Walk proudly, be proud of your body. Many victims of Cerebral Palsy are confined to a wheelchair! You are lucky enough to be able to WALK! Give everyone a big smile! Kids your age should be mature enough to not taunt you because of physical limits, so don't sweat it! Different is good. If everyone were the same think of how our lives would be. So don't tell yoursef that you walk differently say that "you have trouble walking because of your disability". Because of this disability you are a stronger person :]
**You won't fall because everyone will be seceretly cheering you on. Your parents, your siblings, and your friends. With them on your side you'll be invincible!**
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I know that its hard for you to overcome something like this. but, im sure your classmates will have a great deal of respect for you if you do decide to walk. i have stage fright too and i hate public speaking but im learning to get over it by subjecting myself to it. i hope that helps =]
♥ Lydia
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if you classmates know that you have this, they will probably expect it and won't really give it any attention. trust me, for 8th grade graduation, everyone just wants to get out of there... the tension is only there till its over then everyone goes their own ways and couldn't care less. you could talk to a teacher and see how they can change things to help you. <3
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hey, if your cerebral palsy has been a problem for you before (meaning people have been rude about it and said bad stuff to you) then i would feel the same way. try talking to one of the people runnign the graduation (an adult) about it and ask if theres any other way to be a part of graduation. but if no one has said anything to you before then dont worry. stnad proud and graduate! but even if they did you cant just worry about walking for the rest of your life and like "oh how am i gonna look when i walk" or "i wonder if people are gonna stare at me". honestly who cares what they think! cait♥
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This is kinda off topic, but do you get picked on about your Cerebral Palsy? If so, then I could see why you wouldn't want to walk in front of everyone. Also, do you tend to fall a lot as well? If you want to, you can visit my advice nators site at [Link](Mouse over link to see full location) Hope this helps somewhat.
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It's your graduation!!! Be proud!! Stand strong!!
You should be happy & excited rather than worrying about this.
If you are still not comfortable with the idea, try talking it out with your parents and teacher. Maybe you can arrange for one or both of your parents to walk with you. They will be there for you and you will definitely be more confident.
Try it.... Good luck & CONGRATULATIONS!!!
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Lifes not like the chickflicks you see with the bitches pickin on the people who are different, most people are very compassionate and wont see you cerebral palsy as a disadvantage theyll see it as something that gives you a strong soul. By walking onstage your just proving it, if you dont walk with the rest of you class you showing the rest of the world that you see it as a disadvantage, when you shouldnt, see it as a gift, that will make you strong, give you courage, and mould you into a strong young woman of todays society.=D
be happy be strong be you
ttyl luv steff
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If anything, this should give you more reason TO walk with the rest of your class. Not walking could draw more attention to yourself. Instead, be proud! You graduated just like they did. You deserve to be there just as much. And when you're up there, don't think of people watching, instead think of what you accomplished and what more you'll accomplish ahead. When the audience looks at you, they won't see someone with cerebral palsy, they'll see another 8th grader who's moving on in life!
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