When a writer writes, the urge comes from within. Whether it is because it is their story or a story that needs to be told, the story doesn't choose the person. It speaks volumes on what the writer has experienced. There are many stories out there. Some are interesting; some are adventurous; some are fiction; and some are real. So real, the story itself sounds unbelievable at first. Much like how people disbelieve ghost stories and other horrors, but they are horribly real. Writing a book takes more than simply typing on the computer all day. It is a journey itself. A writer writes because they feel the need to tell a story. Any story they know that might matter to someone. Someone who has been to hell and back, or need guidance to prevent from venturing off to that hell. Their characters are just as human as the people around them. The writer sends their characters off on a journey, no matter what it is. They have just as much opportunities as we do, but that doesn't mean they get a happy ending.
People do want their own happy endings. Some do truly believe they deserve the best out of everything they have accomplished. Of course, some do, but not everyone can get what they ask for. Not even for the simplest of wishes. No character can truly be laid off the hook without something happening them. There has to be a reason why there is a story. Otherwise, why write one when nothing happens? There has to be some sort of conflict. Without conflict, there wouldn't be any lesson to learn from. How can people identify characters if there isn't any difference? What are some characteristics that people should avoid, or that the person can relate to? What values should people have and shouldn't have? How do people get their own beliefs? It is something to think about. Especially when some books has been banned over the years.
I'm not here to lecture on how important some of those books are (which they are), but I am here to talk about some of the things I've seen and heard. I love movies. I love television shows. I have read quite a few books, but I have never seen the danger of any of them. They all tell a story. They teach people a lesson. No matter how fictional the story is, the most realistic feature they all contain are the characters. They have their own strengths, weaknesses, and conflicts. They have their own personalities and values. They have their own thoughts and actions. With these certain type of characters, the story deserves to be told.
Although, some of those stories are unforgiving. Some people can be sensitive about certain subjects, which they might believe that those certain subjects should be taught by a parent or guardian or someone close. It is okay to learn right at home, but sometimes people aren't exactly around or available to teach those subjects. And these are some of the most important subjects to be taught: rape, suicide, and mental disorders. There is one show I thought was interesting and original. I never really read the book at all, but I know that I have seen it laying around the house before. I am surprised that I never read it during middle school or high school. The show I am referring to is 13 Reasons Why. The Netflix original series that had people talking for some time. Some of the articles I would see, basically, dismantled the overall story. I watched it with my older sister, who read the book, and we did talk about those subjects for a moment. However, what the articles have said struck my nerves. I kept it all to myself until now.
When thinking back on this show, there were brutal visual depictions of these subjects taking place within the show. I didn't mind the show's direction. The story was phenomenal. There are different characters with entirely different personalities and beliefs. It is everything a story needs. Unfortunately, there are people who criticized the show for being too graphic and realistic. One article saying that the show "glorifies" suicide. I may not have those sources at hand, but please hear me out.
When I started watching this show, never have I seen anything relating to glorifying suicide. Suicide is not something to joke about. It is a serious matter that needs to be addressed. There has been awareness to this subject, but who actually delivers the message? Who actually teaches this? If only the parents and guardians are the only ones to teach this subject, then what would happen to the children who doesn't have the same opportunities? Especially when people talk about rape. Rape happens on a regular bases. It is unspeakable for men, women, and children. It can happen to anyone at any given time, and place. This is hard for me to say this because it is the terrible truth. Rape is still a major problem. It doesn't matter what you wear; what you say; what you do. Anyone can be a victim. There is no easy way to explain how dark this subject can be, but it is extremely important to know what to look for to avoid that conflict. Even then, who knows what might really happen. I do not want to say that people should accept the way things are, let it happen, and get it over with. That is not how I want the world to become. Situations like that should not be acceptable in any way, shape, or form. It is hard enough to live life to the fullest when there are many obstacles ahead. Rape may be indescribable and painful to relive it when speaking out, but no one else should be a victim. Mental disorders, too, should be taught so that people can get help. People should have a better understanding and be open-minded when meeting other people with mental disabilities. I never met anyone who has been affected by depression or suicidal thoughts until my junior year of high school. I never saw scarring like I had seen on this person. My older sister had scars, but she grooms dogs. So of course I thought that this person got clawed by a cat or dog. I can't even describe how awkward our interaction went. I was stunned. I couldn't say anything to avoid getting her sad. She told me the short summary of what happened, including what was going on at the time. I didn't mean to involve myself into her life and her problems. It was something I wasn't familiar with, nor had any experience being in that situation.
It's books like 13 Reasons Why I wish people should allow to let these stories be told. The effects they could have on people can change their perspectives on these types of situations. Some books can save lives, and some can give people a better understanding what it feels to be these specific types of characters. Overall, it is the lesson people ought to learn about. It's one of the most important mechanisms of what writing is about.
People do want their own happy endings. Some do truly believe they deserve the best out of everything they have accomplished. Of course, some do, but not everyone can get what they ask for. Not even for the simplest of wishes. No character can truly be laid off the hook without something happening them. There has to be a reason why there is a story. Otherwise, why write one when nothing happens? There has to be some sort of conflict. Without conflict, there wouldn't be any lesson to learn from. How can people identify characters if there isn't any difference? What are some characteristics that people should avoid, or that the person can relate to? What values should people have and shouldn't have? How do people get their own beliefs? It is something to think about. Especially when some books has been banned over the years.
I'm not here to lecture on how important some of those books are (which they are), but I am here to talk about some of the things I've seen and heard. I love movies. I love television shows. I have read quite a few books, but I have never seen the danger of any of them. They all tell a story. They teach people a lesson. No matter how fictional the story is, the most realistic feature they all contain are the characters. They have their own strengths, weaknesses, and conflicts. They have their own personalities and values. They have their own thoughts and actions. With these certain type of characters, the story deserves to be told.
Although, some of those stories are unforgiving. Some people can be sensitive about certain subjects, which they might believe that those certain subjects should be taught by a parent or guardian or someone close. It is okay to learn right at home, but sometimes people aren't exactly around or available to teach those subjects. And these are some of the most important subjects to be taught: rape, suicide, and mental disorders. There is one show I thought was interesting and original. I never really read the book at all, but I know that I have seen it laying around the house before. I am surprised that I never read it during middle school or high school. The show I am referring to is 13 Reasons Why. The Netflix original series that had people talking for some time. Some of the articles I would see, basically, dismantled the overall story. I watched it with my older sister, who read the book, and we did talk about those subjects for a moment. However, what the articles have said struck my nerves. I kept it all to myself until now.
When thinking back on this show, there were brutal visual depictions of these subjects taking place within the show. I didn't mind the show's direction. The story was phenomenal. There are different characters with entirely different personalities and beliefs. It is everything a story needs. Unfortunately, there are people who criticized the show for being too graphic and realistic. One article saying that the show "glorifies" suicide. I may not have those sources at hand, but please hear me out.
When I started watching this show, never have I seen anything relating to glorifying suicide. Suicide is not something to joke about. It is a serious matter that needs to be addressed. There has been awareness to this subject, but who actually delivers the message? Who actually teaches this? If only the parents and guardians are the only ones to teach this subject, then what would happen to the children who doesn't have the same opportunities? Especially when people talk about rape. Rape happens on a regular bases. It is unspeakable for men, women, and children. It can happen to anyone at any given time, and place. This is hard for me to say this because it is the terrible truth. Rape is still a major problem. It doesn't matter what you wear; what you say; what you do. Anyone can be a victim. There is no easy way to explain how dark this subject can be, but it is extremely important to know what to look for to avoid that conflict. Even then, who knows what might really happen. I do not want to say that people should accept the way things are, let it happen, and get it over with. That is not how I want the world to become. Situations like that should not be acceptable in any way, shape, or form. It is hard enough to live life to the fullest when there are many obstacles ahead. Rape may be indescribable and painful to relive it when speaking out, but no one else should be a victim. Mental disorders, too, should be taught so that people can get help. People should have a better understanding and be open-minded when meeting other people with mental disabilities. I never met anyone who has been affected by depression or suicidal thoughts until my junior year of high school. I never saw scarring like I had seen on this person. My older sister had scars, but she grooms dogs. So of course I thought that this person got clawed by a cat or dog. I can't even describe how awkward our interaction went. I was stunned. I couldn't say anything to avoid getting her sad. She told me the short summary of what happened, including what was going on at the time. I didn't mean to involve myself into her life and her problems. It was something I wasn't familiar with, nor had any experience being in that situation.
It's books like 13 Reasons Why I wish people should allow to let these stories be told. The effects they could have on people can change their perspectives on these types of situations. Some books can save lives, and some can give people a better understanding what it feels to be these specific types of characters. Overall, it is the lesson people ought to learn about. It's one of the most important mechanisms of what writing is about.
