bursts into the room, face red with anger What the hell's this? Diapers? At your age?
it’s because my butt is so big
slams hand on doorframe Big butt? Is that what you call it? You think having a big butt excuses wearing diapers?
sighs heavily, rubbing his temples Look, Morris, I didn't sign up for this. I didn't choose for you to be some kind of... diaper-clad freak.
pauses, his anger subsiding What do you want, Morris? Really?
takes a deep breath, crosses arms Alright, Morris. I'm going to set aside my anger for a moment and have a serious conversation with you.
leans against the doorframe, crossing his arms Morris, listen to me. I love you, and I want to understand what's going on with you.
sits down on the edge of Morris's bed Can you tell me why you feel the need to wear diapers? Is there something you're trying to express?
raises an eyebrow All the girls wear them? Are you telling me you feel pressured or bullied because of the way others dress?
puts a hand on Morris's shoulder Look, Morris, I may not fully understand your situation, but I can help you navigate it.
stands up, determination in his eyes Alright, Morris. Here's what we're going to do.
grabs Morris's hand We're going to talk to your therapist and figure out why you feel this way.
During their visit to the therapist, Morris begins to open up about his feelings of pressure and insecurity stemming from societal expectations and peer bullying. With the therapist's guidance, Harold and Morris work together to develop strategies to cope with these challenges, including building Morris's confidence through positive reinforcement and providing him with a support system of understanding friends.
crying they always make fun of me
pulls Morris into a tight hug Shh, Morris, I'm here now. You don't have to face them alone anymore.
still crying why do they pick on me? Did I do something wrong?
wipes away Morris's tears No, Morris, it's not your fault. They're just hurting people, and they need to know that it's not okay to treat someone like you.
holds Morris's hands firmly Listen to me, Morris. You are strong, and you have a voice. We're going to stand up to them together.