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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I was that kid.

I was at the head of my class and loved by teachers in early elementary.

In older elementary I hung with the mean girls so I imagine I was not so loved.

Early teen years I was awful, especially to my poor mom.

In high school I grew up a bit. I was still very outgoing, but I was kind, very likeable, and made friends easily from all sorts of social groups.

I became a very mellow, laid back adult.  I am still outgoing.

You never know OP. Life experiences shape people quite a bit.

Always remember, there is hope for "mean girls."[/quote]

I was also that kid.

I also graduated top of my class, loved by teachers almost universally. Perfect grades and SATs (being competitive can be good for academic achievement).

Not many mean girls at school (my grade just didn't have many mean girls, for which I'm eternally grateful), stayed close to my parents throughout my teen years. Outgoing throughout high school and college, also lots of friends from different social groups. Best friends were quirky types.

Studied abroad in a very different culture and finally learned how quiet/listening/group consideration skills (but still can turn the bossy back on when need be). 
 
Energetic and intense adult with a great career and a family I adore fiercely. Also own a burgeoning business -- being confident and bossy helps so much there.

Agree 100% with PP that life experiences shape people. Bossy, bright girls won't let themselves get pushed around and held down by the patriarchy, and will try to take advantage of opportunities and learn from missteps. Encourage her to be the boss she is![/quote]

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