Back in the day , CNN 's Kat Kinsman was an awkward teen with no date to the prom . She thought about not attending but decided to take a chance and go anyway . School officials tried to discourage her but she forged ahead and went solo . When you move to a sharp-edged city where you barely know a soul , board a plane for a solo trip to an unfamiliar country , or walk alone into a glittering party full of bold-faced and beautiful people , you 'll sometimes think about that early vote of confidence you took in yourself , square your shoulders and stride in like you belong . The decision was a boost to her confidence and helped her avoid other social situations .
Back in the day , CNN 's Kat Kinsman was an awkward teen with no date to the prom . She thought about not attending but decided to take a chance and go anyway . School officials tried to discourage her but she forged ahead and went solo . The decision was a boost to her confidence and helped her avoid other social situations .