Sticky note at the door of the boys restroom:

Dear Random Stranger,

Vulnerability is scary - at least for me. Do you feel vulnerable too?

There is this dumb stereotype that strong boys should not cry.

You should if you feel like it, cry I mean.

3rosToB3

Contact: 3rosToB3@xxx.

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Notes next to this one:

Message 1: Mate, we all have our fears and insecurities.

Message 2: Yes

Message 3: I failed a test. I feel like a failure - if that isn't vulnerability, I don't know what. M.

Message 4: M., Heads up, I failed one too. You have a second chance, and so do I.

Message 5: I cry sometimes too.

Message 6: My girlfriend broke up with me. She said I didn't let her in. And she was right. CE

Message 7: CE, Tough break. But it is your desicion who you trust and who you don't

Message 8: CE, I broke up with my girlfriend for that reason. It's not just us guys who build walls.

Message 9: I wish I had a dad who showed me what it means to express feelings. I didn't feel heard. G.

Messages 10-13: Same, G.

Message 11: 3ros, who are you? I see your notes everywhere. Hope you're alright.

Message 12: Just a girl passing by: Don't fear crying. We are all humans. Who judges you for it, is not worth your attention.

Message 13: I am gay. There, I wrote it. Now I just have to say it, too.

Messages 14-19: You are strong. You are not alone. Reach out to me, if you need someone (xxx)

Message 20: I lost someone very dear to me. I could only cry when I was alone.

Message 21: I'm sorry for your loss.

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Inbox of 3rosToB3: 1 unread message.

Dear 3rosToB3,

This is the student council. We love your messages. We plan an evening of "fuck up stories" from students for students to talk about these matters in a safe space. Would you like to attend and moderate the event? We would be honoured. Let us know in the next 3 days, so we can discuss the details.

Thank you.

Best regards,
Tommy Erbringer

Head of Special Events, Student Council

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