girdy_goo15 answered Monday July 3 2006, 8:04 pm: for one, hold your head up no matter what people say about you. and if you are in a situation where people are staring at you or you feel uncomfortable, look out in the distance and not at the people unless they speak to you. next, take pride in what you do, like don't do things that you will regret or have to lie about. and always try to be good to people even when they are not good to you. And dress nicely, don't just throw on a dirty t-shirt and jeans. if you can't look at yourself in the mirror then there is something wrong. and lastly, if you are in a bad time or something seems unberable just remember 1. it could be worse. and 2. it will be better later. hope i helped a little.
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FrEe2bMe answered Monday July 3 2006, 3:06 pm: This is a great question. It's something that a lot of people your age (16) struggle with. A lot of people are afraid to come out and say that. I know personally, I have felt the same. So here's my advice: You have to believe in yourself. I know that's hard a lot of the time. But find something you're good at. FInd your passion. Take pride in what you are good at. Make a list of all the things you think you have to offer someone, and yourself. Everyday, you could put a sticky-note of a positive thing about yourself and place it on your bathroom mirror. This will help remind you of just how great you are. Take up a new hobby. Sourround yourself with new people. This is the summer, so it is the perfect time. Also, try taking A LOT of pictures of yourself. Don't just use the same smile or pose. Make silly faces. Dress up in wacky outfits. This will help you to become more comfortable with yourself. That's the key. When you have pride, comfort, and confidence, and love yourself, everyone will see it. That will also in turn help to boost it. I am not saying this is going to happen over night, but eventually it will. So key points: Switch up your make-up, change your hair, get a HOT outfit. But most importantly, BE YOU. :) [ FrEe2bMe's advice column | Ask FrEe2bMe A Question ]
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