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Hello fellow students, teachers, parents and judges. Today I will be giving you reasons why you should be proud of who you are.
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Many of you own magazines, a t.v, etc.But some people, usually kids and teens, are affected by what they see.
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Most of the time pictures in/on magazines are edited, along with commercials and shows you see on t.v.
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Some of which make kids self conscious.Do you compare yourself to magazine pictures or a show you see on t.v?
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Well, like I said, they are almost always edited. Without editing, they may look pretty bad. Comparison can also lead to...
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EATING DISORDERS
Did you know some people make themselves throw up because they think they are fat? I'm sad to say, this is true |
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When people do this, it is called bulimia. Bulimia is a very serious eating disorder. Kids often think they are over-weight because they see some one skinner than they are, and it causes them to think they are fat.
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WHAT DO YOU THINK ABOUT YOURSELF?
Do you think your ugly, or not "perfect"? Don'y think that, because not only each and every one of us is beautiful in our own way, no one is perfect. |
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So don't frown at your reflection, smile. Because smiles go for miles. Still not convinced? Why does it bother you? Why do you think your different?
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You'll find in life, that there will be some tough challenges, and if your too busy in your thoughts, you might come up short.
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What Really Matters
Do you often wish you were someone else? Most people do in there life time, so it's normal.Sometimes when you wish to be that person, it's in a difficult situation. |
For example, lets say you just got a test back. Your test got a C+, and when you ask around, some one got an A. Wouldn't you rather be the one with the A?
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But what really matters is what or why you have friends. Maybe you should ask your friend why they think of you as a friend, or ask them what they like best about you.
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Your family is very important, too. Your family loves you, no matter what.
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All-in-all we are all very unique and very beautiful in our own special way. SO be glad of who you are, and hold your head up high, proud.
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Remember, there is absolutely no reason to think bad thoughts of yourself. Thank you for listening to my speech, and hope you'll lea a nice, happy life.
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