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Kids feel like they have to puff up or shrink. These reclusive qualities begin to develop because you feel that who you are is going to either be accepted or rejected by your family and friends.
Mahershala Ali
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"Kids feel like they have to puff up or shrink. These reclusive qualities begin to develop because you feel that who you are is going to either be accepted or rejected by your family and friends."
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Kids feel like they have to puff up or shrink. These reclusive qualities begin to develop because you feel that who you are is going to either be accepted or rejected by your family and friends. — Mahershala Ali

About Mahershala Ali

Mahershala Ali was a Actor from United States (1974–present).

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Who said "Kids feel like they have to puff up or shrink. These reclusive qualities begin…"?
This quote is attributed to Mahershala Ali, a Actor from United States.
When did Mahershala Ali live?
Mahershala Ali lived from 1974 – present.
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