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The Importance Of Self-Conscious Girls
Many girls have hidden their true character from their society. Based on the fear of getting judged girls act differently with people around them. Self-Conscious girls are socially ill at ease and alter the way they express themselves. Because society has defined a ‘perfect girl’ with good looks and attitude, often girls have difficulty fitting in with the crowd. The media has forced people to capture the path that has been favored by them rather than being an outcast. People always perceive the minuscule flaw to judge one another. America should've taught people to be themselves. There should be no judgement to others

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