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At times, middle school can feel like a pretty cruel place. People whispering behind each other’s backs, bullies posting mean comments on Instagram and Snapchat, friends calling each other names in arguments—it’s almost as if nobody cares about the weight of their words at your school! Well, believe it or not, you can be the one to make the difference. Just like the author of this Proverb said, choosing a kind word can change things. It will not only benefit the people around you, but it will benefit you as well. This week, make the effort to change the tone in your middle school. Practice using kind words, and pay attention to the way it begins to impact both you and those around you.