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Sharing anything vulnerable in class is scary, and I fear judgment.

Danielle Jackson

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It was important to remember how hurtful others' words make me feel, and just know I didn't want others to feel the same way.

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It feels great knowing that I can help others feel good about themselves, and hopefully, it causes a ripple effect for others to do the same.

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Pausing before responding and being mindful of your own negative thoughts can be very helpful to have a positive mindset.

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Many negative and downgrading words said to me by others have continued to replay in my head throughout the years, sometimes still causing damage and negative thoughts. Those things have made an impact on me and have helped me to spread more kindness and positivity.

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Being vulnerable can be scary but it can also be therapeutic to open up about bullying.

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Transforming hurtful words into positive words is a beautiful way to reshape how you think and feel about yourself.

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It felt great to take power back and rephrase the words into positive affirmations.

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Acknowledge how you feel and take a deep breath before rephrasing it in your mind. Saying the new positive phrase out loud and in a mirror so you can say it to yourself.

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Hurtful words said by others tend to stick with you for years, and replay in your mind on a loop. It can cause low self-esteem and low self-worth.

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Sharing something vulnerable with the class felt empowering. At first, I was nervous about being judged or misunderstood, but once I shared, I realized that vulnerability can actually create deeper connections. It reminded me that being open allows others to feel safe doing the same, which is something we value in CYC practice.

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There have been times in my life when hurtful words left a lasting impact—whether they were said directly to me or internalized over time. One example might be being told I was “too sensitive” or “not good enough.” For a while, I believed those words and let them shape how I saw myself.

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At first, replacing a hurtful message with a kind or affirming one felt unfamiliar—even uncomfortable. I had held on to the negative message for so long that it almost felt like truth. But once I made the choice to challenge that message, something inside me shifted. Speaking kind, affirming words to myself—like “I am capable” or “I matter”—felt like giving myself permission to heal.

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To consistently reinforce a positive mindset when hurtful or negative thoughts resurface, I’ve learned the importance of awareness, intention, and practice. The first step is noticing when those thoughts show up—without judgment. Just recognizing them gives me the power to pause and choose how to respond.

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Yes, I can recognize how the negative words spoken to me by others have impacted my life. At times, those words created self-doubt, made me question my worth, and even shaped how I saw myself in relationships, school, or new situations. They sometimes became an internal voice, replaying in my mind and influencing my choices — whether that was holding back from opportunities, second-guessing myself, or shrinking my voice to avoid criticism.