Eating is how our bodies get the fuel they need to grow, think, move, and stay healthy. When we eat food, we chew it and swallow it so our body can break it down and use the nutrients for energy.
For most people, eating regularly throughout the day helps the body and brain work properly. Different people eat different kinds of food depending on their culture, family, and what foods their body can handle — and that’s all part of normal life.
If eating feels confusing, stressful, or difficult for you, you don’t have to deal with that alone. Talking to a trusted adult, school counsellor, parent, carer, or a doctor can really help. You can also contact Kids Helpline (1800 55 1800). You deserve to feel safe and supported when it comes to food and your body.
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It makes total sense that you want to express yourself through your hair. Trying new styles is a big part of figuring out who you are — and it’s okay if that doesn’t line up with what other people expect. Wanting short hair doesn’t mean anything’s “wrong” with you. It just means you’re being true to yourself.
If your mum reacted strongly, she might’ve just been caught off guard, not angry at you.
Give it a bit of time, then try having a calm convo about what this change means to you. You don’t need to convince her, just share where you're coming from. As for other people – you don’t owe anyone a big explanation. A simple “I felt like trying something new” is more than enough. And if you need someone to talk to, a teacher, school support person, or Kids Helpline (1800 55 1800) is always there.
It's completely normal to feel that way, especially when your body is changing at a different pace than your friends'. Our bodies grow and change at their own unique rates, and there's no "right" or "wrong" way to develop. It's okay to feel uncomfortable, but it's important to remember that your body is just as valid and wonderful as anyone else's.
Try to focus on what your body can do rather than how it looks. Celebrate its strengths and the amazing things it allows you to experience. Surround yourself with supportive friends and family who appreciate you for who you are, not just how you look.
If these feelings continue to bother you, consider talking to a trusted adult or counsellor who can provide support and guidance. You're not alone, and there are people who care about you and want to help you feel good about yourself.
