GIRL POWER JANUARY 2014 | Page 22

Q&A TV // Getting involved in clubs and organizations was my saving grace in middle school and high school. My friends all had very different personalities and that was wonderful, because each one was unique. In order to find friends, you’ve got to put yourself out there, which can be scary, but so worth it in the end. 2 LG * Society and social media shapes young girls to be a certain size and look “perfect.” This is such a tough pressure for girls to achieve, especially since no one is perfect. You are not a size 0 and you totally ROCK who you are and pursue your talents to the fullest. What advice would you give to girls who are not fitting in with society’s idea of the perfect body type? TV // Being healthy and happy is the most important thing in the world. That’s what matters. It’s unfortunate that the media is stressing size 0’s when they should be focusing on health instead. A big [