Background

Why was HappyJam started?
Well, I know many people who make jokes and say things they don't mean. The words do hurt though. Have you ever been teased or made fun of? How did that make you feel? Personally, it hurts my feelings even though I know they don't mean it. I realized I couldn't be the only one with this problem. I thought about all the people in America who get their feelings hurt everyday. So, I decided to take action. I decided to come up with this blog to have people spread some love and build people up rather then tear them down. I guess it wasn't an original idea, but it was still something I wanted to do to help make people's day. There are so many things you can do to make people feel good; give them a note saying something positive, encourage them rather then criticizing them, etc.... There are so many ways we can make each other feel great everyday. And you know what, it makes you feel happier too.

What about me?
I hope you know my name actually isn't Happy Jam. However, because this is a public blog, I am not going to tell you my real name. How about I tell you a little about myself? I am a teenager, and I have been pushed around way too much. Every time I make a mistake, someone makes sure I feel bad about it. I think if I change the way I treat people, maybe their way of treating others will improve. I know it is never intentional to make someone feel bad when we use sarcasm or say something mean, but it does have an effect that is deeper than we think. So think about it. If you decide to think about it, take a closer look at what you say. If you notice that you may be hurting others' feelings, try to be kind and encouraging to them! Maybe we can become a society that just builds each other up! That would be great! I admit, I have been the teaser and very sarcastic, and I am trying to improve my actions. Take a step with me in the other direction towards making others have a great day.