Girls (and boys) are often manipulated into acting foolishly. To generalize the above lesson, be careful how you allow your behavior to be influenced. Be care

Girls (and boys) are often manipulated into acting foolishly. To generalize the above lesson, be careful how you allow your behavior to be influenced. Be careful how much power you give others over you. (Note that this doesn't absolve others of wrongdoing -- it's just an observation of a way people can protect themselves from victimization.)