>>28320226You seem to think that Dawn's issues with her confidence and drive are flaws when in reality they contribute to building and maturing her character.
The fact that Dawn doesn't win every time and gets bummed out about losing gives her depth and makes her relatable. It contributes to her overall arc and helps her mature into who she was at the end of DP.
Part of what made Dawn so memorable is that she grew so much during the time she is on the show. If you don't believe me watch the first part of DP and then watch the last parts, and you will see how much she has matured and grown.