What actions of the schoolmates change the author’s understanding of life and people, and comfort him emotionally? How does his loneliness vanish and how does he start participating in life?

The schoolmates were genuinely concerned for the author in spite of not knowing him well. They helped him by collecting supplies, books and clothes. He started making new friends and also went to their houses. He realized that people around him were good and supportive. He was overwhelmed by their love and cooperation. The feeling of fear and insecurity disappeared and confidence took over. Everything seemed alright now.

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