Short stories

That One Guy

There's always that one guy, you know, the six-pack (Occasionally eight) and the messy hair, whether it's black, blonde or brown. Names for these guys include:, Caleb, Gabe, Aaron, Cole Etc.

There's also always that one girl with the model shape and the long blonde hair, bright blue eyes and the main character's bully. Names include: Brittney, Ashley, Jessica, Beatrice, etc.

There's never that one character who is deaf, mute, abused, Ill, and no one ever has, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, ADD, Depression etc. And if so, they're unimportant.

Why? Well, no one wants to hear a story about someone with depression, who doesn't have a love interest and the only problem is fighting the depression. But, in reality, this happens on a day to day basis. Take this line from Todrick Hall's "Dumb" "Anyway, if I have blue button eyes and blonde hay

Would I make the magazine on the best page?

Be the leading man, if I was less gay?

If I was a woman would you try to give me less pay?"

Why am I writing this? Because we as a society need to move off of this topic about a girl who's problems go away the second they meet a cute guy and focus on actual problems, such as the ones listed above, not to mention divorce, parents/other important person, (Bf/gf, wife/husband, child sibling etc.) in the military/ dead, war, poverty, and other problems that kids, teens and adults face, to make sure they know they're not alone.

Also, has anyone else noticed that no one has made a story about a writer? I mean, why wouldn't anyone make stories about the struggles about being a writer? Most kids think it's an easy job that takes little to no effort, but in reality, it's the total opposite, even the little kid 10 page book is difficult. Adults tell kids they can be anything, yet, don't do much to help them, such as make books/movies about their passion. I'm not saying this to bash other authors, or parents, for that matter, what I'm trying to say is that, quite frankly, our modern day world is so stereotypical, you get outcasted if you don't follow these " rules". Acorrding to , "Gender stereotypes are messing with your kid. It's not just one movie. It's not just one TV show. It's constant exposure to the same dated concepts in the media over and over, starting before preschool and lasting a lifetime -- concepts like: Boys are smarter than girls and certain jobs are best for men and others for women." (Even I'll admit this is a bit biased and slightly outdated) NONE of this is true, yes, a certain guy might be smarter than a certain girl, but, this isn't across the board. Same thing with the second one, yes maybe you walk into, let's say, Wendy's, and the cashiers are all of one gender. It's not like the other gender can't work the cash register, but, it just happens to be that gender. Another quote from the same site is, "Think of preschoolers who are just beginning to identify as boys or girls. The characters they see on TV and in movies often have an obvious masculine or feminine appearance, such as a superhero's big muscles or a princess' long hair. These characteristics also are often associated with specific traits -- for example, being strong and brave or fearful and meek." (Again biased and outdated) This isn't cool. Hollywood, Disney and Pixar have started to fix this problem (Oh wait yeah I tell you this oops), by making movies and TV shows like Doc Mcstuffins, Mulan, Moana, Big Hero 6, Brave, The Eagle Huntress and many more. (DEGRASSI: NEXT CLASS)

Why is this such a big deal? Well, if all movies and shows had this, there would be problems in society as a whole. If kids were to grow up with these standards, they wouldn't know how to react or handle if they're different. Kids are influenced by media, they want to have similar traits. The kids aren't the problem, it's what they watch.

As you can see, the media has to change for future generations. (CRINGE) We don't want our future looking the same as some dystopian novel. Same food, same clothes, same personalities, same everything. I say we speak up. No matter who you are, a fourth grader or a parent. Change what you can. Whether it be talking to a neighborhood about this issue or changing the channel your younger sibling is watching. Honestly, anything would help. Start a ripple effect in your area. Hopefully the world will catch on, one citizen at a time. 

A/N: Should I re-write the last couple paragraphs?