I craved a mean girl’s approval until My Little Pony broke the spell
I didn’t realise my school infatuation was just making fun of me, but then an episode of the cartoon series taught me the attributes of true companionship
TL;DR
- The author, who struggled with recognizing bullying due to neurodivergence, was infatuated with a classmate who treated her poorly.
- The cartoon My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic, with its 'Elements of Harmony' (honesty, kindness, laughter, generosity, loyalty, magic), helped the author understand the attributes of true companionship.
- By applying the Elements of Harmony to her own friendships, the author realized her classmate lacked these qualities and decided to walk away.
- The author continues to value genuine friendship, appreciating her friends for their unique qualities, guided by the lessons learned from the cartoon.