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Ballantine Books
April 2009
On Sale: March 31, 2009
160 pages
ISBN: 0345511956
EAN: 9780345511959
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Non-Fiction | Self-Help
Entertainment reporter and author Shaun Robinson has spoken
candidly both on camera and behind the scenes with countless
celebrities. Consequently, she has received hundreds of
emails and letters from girls across the country asking how
they can be more like their favorite stars. But the truth
is, these actors, singers, athletes, and media and political
figures are remarkably similar to teenage girls in essential
ways: They all still struggle with issues of self-esteem and body
image and doubt, and they all, at some point, have compared
themselves with their peers and felt they came up short. In
Exactly As I Am, Robinson shares both the honest comments
she’s heard from young women and the heartfelt and
encouraging advice she’s been in the rare position to glean
from today’s most notable women. The result is a book that will inspire girls to find their
inner strength, grow confident, and believe in
themselves.Actress Eva Mendes talks about how she persevered
in the face of rejection: “Surrounding myself with people
who love and support me has been my key to success.”
Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Alicia Keys suggests that
the answer to a healthy self-image lies in new definitions:
“We need more variety in how we depict beauty and define
intelligence–there’s so much more than what is often
featured.” Kelly Clarkson turns the tables on so-called
imperfection: “The flaws and vulnerability are what make
people attractive.” And Vanessa Williams suggests a way out
of the trap of taking things personally: “Next time someone
rolls their eyes at you or says an unkind word about you,
think about what they could be insecure about.” Through this rich tapestry of voices, women of all ages,
races, ethnicities, and backgrounds explore how to stay
grounded and develop positive self-esteem, something
Robinson calls “your ticket to freedom and making your
dreams come true.” They also discuss the importance of
mentors and friends, being able to laugh at oneself, and
giving back to others. The collected wisdom of shared
experiences in Exactly As I Am is designed to give every
girl and woman the opportunity to dream big, stay strong,
and remain true to herself.
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