"Before she left the "Idol Extra" stage, Syesha autographed a stack of headshots for the audience. She was sweet and accommodating but a little distant. When she got to the awkward, black-clad teenager in front of me, however, Syesha slowed down. "Are you shy?" Syesha inquired, gazing at the girl whose down-turned expression betrayed a critical lack of self-confidence. The answer was inaudible. Syesha looked deep into the troubled girl's eyes and gave an answer both loving and firm: "Don't be shy, girl!"- Stephanie Lysaght/ 'American Idol': Syesha Mercado faces the Idol Extra reaper
I thoroughly enjoyed reading the whole article. Thanks for sharing that heartwarming story. Syesha is a class act, and kept persevering. Despite the lack of positive feedback, she came into her own and pushed harder and harder each week, especially near the end.
The comment that Syesha made to the shy teenager was probably just what she needed to hear. Not too long ago, Syesha was a shy girl with not as much self-confidence. She visualized and achieved her dreams. You go Girl! Keep following your dreams. :)