Hi sweetie ~ I know all about what you're feeling cause I felt the same way in school. I didn't feel good enough, or pretty enough -- I didn't have the right clothes, I didn't live in the right neighborhood. etc. All of the counts when you're in high school It's sad to say, but it's true. Most teenagers are snobs, and they rate other teenagers by themselves and THEIR environment and what THEY have. If they're well-to-do, then their friends had better be too, or they won't hang around them. At least that's the way it was when I went to school. So I couldn't hang around with the "in" crowd even if they liked me -- cause it wouldn't "look" good. Know what I mean?

I began babysitting to make my own money so I could buy my own clothes. I babysat every chance I could get. I made alot of money and we had a very nice store in our town at the time and I bought my clothes there. At least I looked good instead of wearing the "old" clothes that I had been wearing before. That helped my self-esteem. Plus I made sure my hair was done nicely and that I wore proper makeup -- nothing heavy, just "proper." The more I took care of myself, the more compliments I got. People were starting to notice me. That felt good! I wasn't invisible anymore!!

Perhaps a "re-do" would help. Plus, if your depression is getting out of hand, PLEASE talk to your school counselor. He/she understands what it's like and can help you. That's what they are there for. So either make an appointment to talk to the counselor, or just walk in, ok? Don't hesitate. God bless and please take care. And let us know how you're doing. Hugs, Lee