Don't underestimate the power of friendship. by Tajzianna

Don't underestimate the power of friendship. by Tajzianna - March 2026 Scholarship Essay

Tajzianna Hunter

Last year,I was preparing myself for the new year and prayed everything would go right for me, but I never sat and thought about my family and friends around me.I have this friend who I've known since middle school and she wasn’t the same person just a few weeks ago. We would talk daily on the phone even though we both had boyfriends we made sure we made time for eachother.One day all of that stopped and I didn't think anything of it until I haven’t seen her at school for a couple of days.I called her mom to ask what’s been going on and how can i help because i’ve never seen her act like this before.I found out her granny passed away which sounds unreal because my friend would always go hang out with her and sleepover at her house.Although I didn't know her granny that well I knew her mom and dad and most importantly I knew her.I decided a drive to their new house because I had a feeling my friend needed me and i didnt want to leave her alone in a time of despair.Before going to her house I Bought flowers, favorite Reese's chocolate, and a teddy bear with her granny scarf around it.I went to pick up her boyfriend so he could also get her some things and we went to the house.We arrive and her face just lights up with tears of joy because she didn't think we cared that deeply for her. We sat at her house talked went out and got some food and went to an amusement park.I let her know the pain was temporary and it’s okay to cry and miss your favorite person.Ever since then we make sure to check up on each other and both go out together to clear our mind and be at peace.I will always make sure that she’s good along with my other friends and family.What I learned about myself in this experience is that if you show you care you can truly make someone feel like they are worth something if they feel like they are worth nothing.I learned that the battles I go through people could be going through way worse so I seek help because I know there are people out there willing to help.I will let it be known to friends and family even strangers if they need anything from me I will be there to help.I will always remember that if someone day to day basis change up they could be going through something.People who smile and laugh everyday could also be going through something or facing battles they can’t tell anyone about.From the experience with my friend i remember to stay humble and care about the people who care about me even the people who don't care about me.Everyone deserves the right to be happy and have a healthy mental health.I will continue to be that kind soul that cares about everyone and hate no one.I now understand it can take so little to heal but also so much and to never underestimate how people get through things.Overall i know everyone needs help in their own way and without support they won’t have much to go off of so I stay here and be there for anyone who needs me.