This is such a relatable video by Hyce: When you find your niche bubble, you can be a nerd among other nerds and have fun.

But as a kid or teenager, being a nerd means being a prime target for bullying. Which is incredibly sad because it can long-term ruin someone’s love for a hobby or area of interest. And possibly lead to even worse outcomes.

The web and social media in particular is a place where kids and teens can find peers they may not find in the “real world”.

youtube.com/watch?v=h-SEguV5f14

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