Dear Sue,
I'm a middle school student.I look very common.I get average grades in all of my subjects except English, but sometimes I make stupid mistakes.My friend Lisa,however, is pretty and smart.She is good at everything.I want to be like her, but I know that's impossible.I feel bad about myself.
What can I do?
A Sad Girl from Washington
Dear Sad Girl,
Nobody is perfect in this world.Even your friend isn't perfect.We all have our strong points and weak points.
Think about your strong points.For example, you are good at English, and I'm sure you are a good friend.What do you like about yourself? Make a list and read it every morning.
Don't be too hard on yourself for making mistakes.We all make mistakes.The important thing is to learn from your mistakes.
Look in the mirror and smile at yourself every day.Be your own best friend, and be yourself.You are a special person and unique in your own way!
Sue
