Okay, so I don't usually get really serious here, but here goes.

I've developed a fear of sudden loud noises (I think it's called phonophobia).

Don't get me wrong, it doesn't impede my life more than it usually does. But some people decide it's hilarious to make loud noises just to hear me scream.

This is not okay, by anyone's standards.

Now, don't get me wrong, this isn't me saying anything like "oh, I'm being bullied, pity me". This is me saying "Don't use things people are scared of against them". Because going through 7th period with a sore throat isn't fun.

If a close friend had arachniphobia (or however the heck it's spelled), you wouldn't throw a real spider at them, would you?

If a close friend was scared of clowns, you wouldn't wear clown make up to school, would you?

Be considerate of other's fears.

Even I have to work on this a little. Everyone does.

Thanks for dealing with my real talk.