Being different Quote by Lauren Potter
“I want to encourage kids to speak up, to tell their stories. That is the only way people will know what we have to go through. Believe in yourself. Someone once told me being different isn't bad - different is just different!”
About This Quote
Source Interview: “Empowering Youth Voices” with Lauren Potter, 2021
Encouraging kids to share their stories builds understanding and confidence; being different is simply a variation, not a flaw.
In simple terms: Kids should speak up; differences are okay.
Key Takeaway
Listen to and amplify diverse youth narratives.
Themes
empowerment
storytelling
diversity
Mood
hopeful
encouraging
Type
motivational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- schools
- community programs
Key Concepts
self‑esteem
social inclusion
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we create safe spaces for youth storytelling?
- What impact does hearing diverse stories have on community empathy?
