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smart agree-upon people
The theory of objectivism claims that there are certain things that most people in society can agree upon. A model is pretty. A lawyer is smart. Our society is based upon objectivism. It’s how we make rules and why we obey them.
effort wish normal
Normal" isn't an adjective you wish to hear after putting that much effort into making sure it was spectacular.
flesh bones shame
Shame weighs a lot more than flesh and bone.
confused gay expression
I could tell by his expression that once he got over his anger at me for keeping this secret from him, there was nothing left to talk about. He wasn't confused. He didn't need questions answered. He didn't ask why or how or with whom or whether I thought maybe it might just be a phase. He didn't ask who knew and who didn't know or whether I thought it might ruin my career. I was his sister and he didn't care whether I was straight or gay; it simply didn't matter to him.
insults-you giving insulting
She'd tell me how she'd handle the backhanded compliment by smiling and pretending she was receiving a genuine compliment all the while ignoring their attempt to be insulting. After all, it's the way an insult is received that makes it an insult. You can't really give offense unless someone takes it.
worst-case-scenario cases scenarios
I highly recommend inviting the worst-case scenario into your life.
playing-roles roles collapse
I didn't understand that playing roles in any relationship is false and will inevitably lead to the relationship's collapse. No one can be any one thing all the time.
want restriction yearning
Restriction generates yearning. You want what you cannot have.
healthy want type
I have a very, very healthy relationship with food in that I eat whatever I want, whenever I want. I never restrict quantities or types of food.
acting downtown driving
I love to work. I really enjoy getting up really early and driving downtown. I just really love the process of acting and being on a series.
beautiful fashion jeans
I love being able to wear dresses and clothes that make me feel feminine and beautiful, and I love the fact that I don't have to all the time; I can wear a tank and jeans.
awards dresses looks
Just look at all the awards shows now. It has turned into a catwalk. You have to be wearing a certain designer, a certain dress, and everyone's critiquing.
jobs intelligent people
People might find me attractive, but it's also my job to prove that I can be intelligent.
smart successful thinking
I want young people to see me and think you can be feminine and smart and successful, all at the same time.