Matthew J Jansen

The Battle Within Myself Matthew J Jansen

Are you sick and tired of being stressed/depressed because of social media? You are not alone. Social media is causing more depression and suicidal thoughts amongst its users. Matt moves to a new town before the school year begins. While in class, Matt meets Nick, Henry, and Calvin. They develop a friendship that seems unbreakable, or so they thought. One day at lunch, the friend group is introduced to social media. They soon forget about their mental healths and let social media dictate how they view the world. Quickly, a significant event that shakes up in 2016 shows the real side of how everyone sees the friendship. Soon, not only are they starting to bully each other in person, but then online as well. Words are told that you don't want to say to friends. Next thing you know, this leaves Matt with loneliness and sadness. The pain that Matt is feeling is making him contemplate on if he wants to keep living or give up.