People can do many things to get famous in this huge world. This was the case with Sydney Smith, who chose a painful option to become popular. And amazingly, her interest in the cultures across the globe brought her the limelight she ever wished for.

She wanted to look like her favorite animal, the giraffe. But what she did not know was that the choice was going to give her a hard time. Due to the decision, she would not even be able to enjoy her love life. This story revolves around the pains and joys of one unusual choice.

Recalling Strange Practices of Southeast Asian People

She developed her interest through National Geographic magazines that she used to read as a teenager. There were several stories about plants and animals in the world. There were also articles about the ways of living of different people from the mountainous regions of Pakistan to the First Nations of Canada.

Then, she happened to look through a story of the Kayan people of Myanmar, which is known for its hot and humid atmosphere. The long-necked folks of the area drew her attention. She liked their tradition of wearing neck rings so much that she decided to follow this cultural specialty.