10 Times 'Mean Girls' Taught Young Girls How Life Really Is

10 Times 'Mean Girls' Taught Young Girls How Life Really Is

Sometimes not everything is as "fetch" as it seems.
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Mean Girls was undoubtedly one of the most famous movies of the 2000s. People still continue to quote it, rewatch it and reference its scenes on a daily basis. Although it is a comedy, there are some sarcastic and even useful lessons we could all take away from this film.

1. There will always be "fake friends"


2. People will find out what you say behind their back at some point






3. On Halloween, almost anything is acceptable




4. Don't let anyone stop you from doing what you want to do



This is easier said than done, but it's possible with a little confidence.

5. You can't always trust everyone

There's going to be people you trust and people you don't tell everything for a reason. Figure out who those people are before falling into a crowd of them as a trust exercise.

6. Not everyone likes to be bossed around

From Gretchen Weiner's history lesson, we learn that it's not always okay for one person to be the boss of everyone. The Plastics, at times, seemed to be more of a dictatorship run by Regina George.

7. Ex-Boyfriends are off limits for friends

Sisters before misters. Let's hope most of us remember that rule.

8. It's ok to be different

Embrace your differences. The world would be pretty boring if we were all the same.

9. Trust the people who were there for you from the beginning


The friends that stayed by your side when no else did are the ones you should keep. Trust their judgment.

10. We all make mistakes...own up to them.

There's nothing worse than denying something you actually did with no remorse.

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'The Bachelorette' Labeled Virgins As Inferior On National Television, And I'm NOT Here For It

I don't know about you, but I appreciate a guy who is willing to wait.

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On July 9th's episode of "The Bachelorette," Colton let the bombshell drop and told Becca that he is a virgin.

There had been much anticipation for this reveal since they had been showing previews of Colton's confession since one of the first episodes of the season.

The entire situation was extremely built up as some horrible announcement that would dramatically alter their relationship and possibly cause Becca to want to send Colton home. Before telling Becca, Colton had talked to the other men about his decision to have this conversation with her.

They all agreed that this would be a major thing to discuss, which I don't disagree with, but several men also made comments about how they couldn't believe that Colton was still a virgin and that they wouldn't want to consider marriage with a woman if they had not already slept together.

Colton decided to talk to Becca about his virginity during their one-on-one date together. He was clearly very nervous. After telling her he was a virgin, "The Bachelorette" shows Becca saying "really?" and then walking away because she needed a few minutes to think about things, leaving Colton alone at the table.

When I first watched this episode I was extremely upset and annoyed with Becca. As a Christian woman, why would this be such a dramatic reveal to her that she felt the need to walk away to consider the situation and her relationship with Colton? Why is his virginity seen as such a bad thing?

When Becca "returned" to the table, Colton begins telling her more about his decision and the reasons why he is still a virgin. It was worded almost as if he were defending himself and his character as to why he has not had sex yet, making it appear as if Becca will think there is something wrong with him because he is not as "experienced."

The show definitely amped up the drama, making Colton's virginity appear to be a huge stumbling block for his relationship with Becca and something that she would seriously have to consider before keeping him around for another week.

In later interviews, Becca reveals that the editors for "The Bachelorette" changed this scene so that it appears as if she walked away when Colton told her he was a virgin, when this is actually not what happened. On her Twitter page, Becca says, "For the record, I think I got up just to go to the bathroom, soooooooo."

The editors who chose to make these changes were clearly just out to make more drama for the season, but I think it is terrible to do so at the cost of making virginity out to be something bad. In an interview with People, Becca says, "To me, virginity is a meaningful thing, and I respect him for holding that so sacred."

Good for you Colton for waiting for sex, even if "The Bachelorette" won't say so. In my opinion, this makes him even more of an attractive partner for having stronger values.

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7 Things to do before going back to school

Before you know it, summer is gone and school is back. Take advantage of your free time, enjoy the freedom.

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Summer isn't just for sleeping in and lounging around.

1. Read a good book

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Why read a book before school, where all you do is read boring books? Well, pick a book that's nothing like your academia. When I find a good novel, I can read for hours at a time and that's easily not something you can do when you have piles of homework.

2. Go on a trip

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A trip could mean a lot of things. It could be the next town over for a day, or it could be a few states over for a few days. Do something fun with your friends, recharge before all the stress with school comes along. You won't regret it.

3. Go swimming

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Go out and get your Vitamin C, get a nice tan, relax and enjoy the warmth of summer while you have the chance. While in school time will fly by, and before you know it the pools are going to be closed and it'll be snowing.

4. Volunteer

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Not only does it make you feel better and it's a good way to spend your time, but jobs and colleges all like seeing that on a resume. They like seeing that you're willing to go out and do something for the community and people who really need it.

5. Make money

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Whether this is through a summer job, or you babysit, or mow yards, it's a great way to use your time during the summer. Plus, you won't have much time during school and it's always good the start the year with a full bank... and maybe the start of college savings.

6. Rearrange your room or apartment

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I personally love starting the year with something new, and sometimes that involves changing a room or living quarters. Not only will you be starting a new year of school, classes, meeting new people but you will also feel like a new person at home as well.

7. Partake in summer only activities

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Summer only activities might include festivals, the pool, different programs, free classes, holidays, or shopping sales. Take advantage of the freedom, enjoy not having school until it's too late and school becomes your only focus.

The last day of school is always a freeing feeling, but you need to take advantage of the summer... Make memories and enjoy the time you have before adult life begins!

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