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What does it mean?
Cho asserts self-knowledge and deflects slurs by listing her professional accomplishments.
In plain terms
She tells bullies to go away by reminding them she is a model and actress.
What can you take from it?
Know your worth and let it shield you from insults.

Where it applies

  • facing bullying
  • dealing with prejudice

Putting it to work

  • responding to slurs
  • building confidence

Questions to consider

  • How do you defend against prejudice?
  • What defines your identity?

Another view

Accomplishments don't erase the pain of discrimination.

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