It’s tough being different.
Any kid in middle school who was heavyset, or stuttered, or slow to reach puberty, could confirm that for you. Any woman trying to break a corporate glass ceiling, or neighbor who just moved into an insular cul-de-sac, or Army recruit who can’t keep up on a run, could also testify to the downsides of sticking out. It sucks, an…
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