In others, it has changed them for the worse. Harris and Klebold destroyed many people's faith in the world, yet strengthened it at the same time for others. And the outpouring of support for the victims has touched many. Dealing with the losses has brought many families closer together. Parents say they appreciate their children more.
Students say they are more grateful for their friends.
And they say the incident and the aftermath have even changed the way they view complete strangers. I realize they're important, they have a life. I feel love for. I feel for everyone. By creating such feelings, the shooting has helped erase the boundaries and tensions between Columbine High School cliques, at least temporarily.