Being appreciated for who you really are is the kind of popularity that truly feels good. She has her good days and her bad days just like everyone else, but she's naturally friendly and tends to see the good in people, even when they don't see it in themselves. She's lovely in a way that comes from deep inside. When it comes to beauty, she's got the real thing. But not all popular teens are allowed to be themselves.
Some people think they have to wear masks.
Everyone does this from time to time. But sometimes it's very dangerous. Teenagers who feel that they have to act tough all the time, to fight when they don't feel like fighting, sometimes get rewarded by other teens for following the rules of the gang. They're popular within their circle because they're willing to wear the mask of a bully. It can make the group feel strong, but often they're all just frightened and lonely.