Fitting In Research Paper

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Many people struggle to belong or fit in in society. But is it really necessary? No it is not important for someone to fit in in society. Fitting in is such an important thing to people in society now days that we see it as the normal process of everyday life. In some cases fitting in can make us feel happy and secure.

But the truth that everyone know but will not admit to is that where we “fit in” isn't always what makes us happy. Sure fitting in makes a great cover up for what you really are, but is this what you want for yourself. To be caged in and forced to be something that you do not agree with. It would be easier to be yourself.

Being yourself is great and all yet at the point your are at now and you have friends and a place. Or

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