Really, isn’t it bad enough that stars get free clothes and limos and primo treatment every time they leave the house? Why let them take your self-esteem along with your hard-earned cash?

It is a little harder to deal when that “superstar” is the school Barbie doll—the perfect one who changes right next to your gym locker. It’s natural to be curious about how other girls look and how their bodies are different from yours (just no tactless staring, please).

We hate to once again state the obvious, but people come in all shapes and sizes but you only come in one. The sooner you’re happy with your own special body combo, the sooner you’ll feel like a superstar. Just don’t have your publicist call us up and demand that we put you on the cover, alright?

When people ask me about my weight, I think, “Oh, no.” Don’t get me wrong—I like my body. What really bugs me is when people hear how much I weigh and then they think I’m fat. People need to understand muscle weighs more than fat. And I have a lot of muscle from doing karate! I know it’s hard not to listen to other people, but I have learned to be satisfied with myself. It only matters what I think of my body. —Karla H., 13

Girls sometimes think they have to look like some unrealistic stereotype to be considered hot. I don’t. That’s why I have confidence. I don’t compare myself to anyone. —Dawn H., 14

Remember that everyone is different—different weights, different boob sizes, different butt sizes. You need to appreciate everyone’s shape, not just one ideal. —Molly, 14

When I look at myself in the mirror, I think I’m pretty OK. I don’t compare myself with TV people—most of them are fakes with lots of makeup. My friends and I try to remember everyone is created differently and uniquely. We all look pretty good! —Sarah M., 13

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