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I was taught from a young age to follow the rules.

The problem was... I hated the rules.

More specifically, I hated culottes.

What followed was an elaborate daily operation involving school uniforms, carefully rolled clothing, strategic wardrobe changes, and more effort than any kid should have been willing to invest just to avoid wearing something they didn't like.

Looking back, it sounds completely ridiculous.

At the time, it felt perfectly logical.

In this episode, I'm sharing the story of my ongoing battle with culottes, the lengths I went to in order to fit in, and why some of the things we do as kids make a lot more sense when viewed through the eyes of our younger selves.

Sometimes the funniest stories are the ones that seemed completely normal at the time.

🎙️ In this episode:
• School uniforms and strict dress codes
• My secret clothing-changing routine
• Why fitting in felt so important
• Looking back with a different perspective
• The infamous culotte saga

If you've ever had a fashion choice, school rule, or childhood memory that still makes you laugh, this episode is for you.

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