The Story of Me

Hello everyone! My name is Dechen Phuntsho Chudon. I’m 14 years old, and I’ll be turning 15 in July. I’m currently studying in Grade 8. I have a small family — my father is a BPC driver, and my mother is a housewife. I also have an older brother who is in Class 12 Science. From the outside, I may seem like a normal teenage girl, but inside, I carry thoughts and feeling that most people don't see Growing up, I didn’t always feel supported. My brother often made fun of me, and it hurt more than people know. It made me feel like my thoughts and dreams didn’t matter. But even in those lonely moments, I found ways to keep going. What helped me most were the three girls who always stood by my side — Yangchen, Sangay, and Jigme. They’ve been there for me through everything. When I felt down, they listened. When I felt invisible, they reminded me that I mattered. Their friendship has been like a light in the darkness, and I’m really thankful to have them. I also found comfort in the thing...