SADD: Changing the World, and Me
- Cole Kruger
- Jun 25
- 2 min read
When I was younger, I didn’t have many friends, and I didn’t get out of the house much either. I managed to sneak my way up to high school without talking much, but once I got to high school, my parents told me I needed to join an activity to get out of the house. I was mortified. Being forced out of my comfort zone was the furthest thing from what I wanted to do. So, after thinking about what to join, I decided to join SADD. I had heard about it in middle school, and it seemed interesting to me.
The first-ever SADD event I signed up to help with was a Homecoming Tailgate Party. I couldn’t even describe how nervous I was, but something pushed me to do it anyway. I quietly set up the event and sat in the corner, waiting for it to be over, but then:
“Hey Cole, get over here!”
Instantly, I made 10 new friends because of SADD. I felt more included than I ever had in my life. It didn’t matter what anyone talked about; I was just overjoyed to be surrounded by new friends. Ever since then, I have gone to every SADD meeting, volunteered for as much as I can, and remained active in my chapter. Not every person has been able to suddenly change like this, though, which is why I make an effort to make sure everyone is included so that no one has to feel how I felt before joining SADD.
SADD is the reason I felt confident enough to join the bowling team, quizbowl, and any other random activities that seemed interesting to me, because I no longer felt the anxiety that comes with trying something new. I have countless new friends and feel more confident in job interviews and with people in general. My high school career is completely different because of my single decision to join SADD.
The biggest change that I have seen within SADD was the one within myself. I became more outgoing, talkative, and my mental health improved beyond measure. I have made so many new friends and have since become the president of my SADD chapter.
SADD isn't just for the world; it's for you as well. Always remember that.
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