&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;When my Junior High School year started in 2023 to 2024, I felt the spark and happiness I had been missing because of my classmates. From the very first day, our classroom was filled with laughter and fun that made me forget all my problems. They made me realize that I could move on from the pain I went through in my past relationship. My ex-boyfriend always told me that I would never be able to forget him, but my classmates kept telling me that I could. Every time my ex saw me happy and laughing with them, he would get jealous and start messaging me again.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;I still remember sitting near the window in our classroom, holding my phone tightly as I tried not to cry. My classmates comforted me and said, “You should break up with him. You should see your worth.” That moment, I finally did what I had to do. I decided to break up with my ex-boyfriend who was so insecure and immature. My hands were shaking when I did it, but when I looked at my classmates cheering for me, I felt relieved and free. After that, they became my safe place. Every break time, we would eat together, share stories, and laugh so much that our stomachs hurt.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;That school year taught me so much. I learned to know my worth, to never settle for the wrong kind of love, and to appreciate the people who truly care about me. My classmates helped me move on and reminded me that I am strong. Because of them, I got my spark back and became a better version of myself. They were not just my classmates but also my friends and my second family.&nbsp;

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Nichole Angela Facun

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