When we think ugly thoughts, our faces tense and harden - but does this necessarily mean we'll end up with an unattractive physical appearance?
The notion that we get the face we deserve when we think "ugly" or have hurtful thoughts is a tired concept that has been widely debunked. This thinking suggests that there's an intrinsic link between our inner world and outer beauty, but in reality, it doesn't work this way.
A recent Vanity Fair photo shoot sparked debate about whether the faces of public figures - particularly those from the Trump administration - reflected their personalities or simply their age and lack of self-care. The comments made on social media were scathing, with some saying that people who are evil look older because they're aging poorly. This highlights how our perception of physical beauty is often linked to our judgments about a person's behavior.
The same concept is on display in the 2023 film Barbie, where a wrinkled woman smiles warmly at Barbie - something that fans interpreted as a sign of inner beauty and goodness. But what if we're confusing our perceptions of behavior with those of beauty? Can we truly see a person's "inner ugliness" just by looking at their face?
This association between physical appearance and moral character has been perpetuated throughout history, from ancient Greece to modern-day phrenology and physiognomy. While it may have been used as a tool for power and control in the past, we should recognize its dangers and be more critical of how we think about beauty.
The truth is that there's no inherent link between our inner world and outer appearance. When people comment on others' physical appearance, they're often projecting their own judgments onto those individuals - rather than looking at their actual actions or behavior.
If we want to move beyond the tired idea that "you get what you deserve" when it comes to beauty, we need to rethink our language and how we think about this concept. Instead of calling someone's inner goodness "inner beauty," let's focus on simply being good - a quality that has nothing to do with physical appearance but everything to do with treating others with kindness and compassion.
By redefining what we mean by beauty, we can start to break down the damaging connections between our thoughts, emotions, and outer appearance. So next time someone asks you how your face is doing, remember - it's not a reflection of their opinions or judgments; it's simply your body's response to stress, dehydration, sleep deprivation - all things that are completely separate from your inner goodness.
The notion that we get the face we deserve when we think "ugly" or have hurtful thoughts is a tired concept that has been widely debunked. This thinking suggests that there's an intrinsic link between our inner world and outer beauty, but in reality, it doesn't work this way.
A recent Vanity Fair photo shoot sparked debate about whether the faces of public figures - particularly those from the Trump administration - reflected their personalities or simply their age and lack of self-care. The comments made on social media were scathing, with some saying that people who are evil look older because they're aging poorly. This highlights how our perception of physical beauty is often linked to our judgments about a person's behavior.
The same concept is on display in the 2023 film Barbie, where a wrinkled woman smiles warmly at Barbie - something that fans interpreted as a sign of inner beauty and goodness. But what if we're confusing our perceptions of behavior with those of beauty? Can we truly see a person's "inner ugliness" just by looking at their face?
This association between physical appearance and moral character has been perpetuated throughout history, from ancient Greece to modern-day phrenology and physiognomy. While it may have been used as a tool for power and control in the past, we should recognize its dangers and be more critical of how we think about beauty.
The truth is that there's no inherent link between our inner world and outer appearance. When people comment on others' physical appearance, they're often projecting their own judgments onto those individuals - rather than looking at their actual actions or behavior.
If we want to move beyond the tired idea that "you get what you deserve" when it comes to beauty, we need to rethink our language and how we think about this concept. Instead of calling someone's inner goodness "inner beauty," let's focus on simply being good - a quality that has nothing to do with physical appearance but everything to do with treating others with kindness and compassion.
By redefining what we mean by beauty, we can start to break down the damaging connections between our thoughts, emotions, and outer appearance. So next time someone asks you how your face is doing, remember - it's not a reflection of their opinions or judgments; it's simply your body's response to stress, dehydration, sleep deprivation - all things that are completely separate from your inner goodness.
. It's just a weird way of thinking. Like, do they really believe our faces are like mirrors of our souls or something? 
And honestly, I've seen some pretty ugly people who are actually super nice and kind-hearted, and I've also met people who are gorgeous on the outside but have some major issues going on inside 
. It's just not that simple. Let's focus on treating others with kindness and compassion instead of judging them based on their looks 
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. And stop blaming your face for everything, it's like a bad habit of yours that's gonna ruin your life 
. We all get wrinkles from stress and age, so let's not be ridiculous about it 
. It's our choices that define us, not our physical appearance 
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it's like we've been conditioned to think that people with ugly faces must be evil or bad vibes, but really that's not true at all 
I mean think about it when you're stressed or tired your face might get all puffy and red but that doesn't mean you're a bad person 
. It's more like how our brains process stress and emotions - face contortion doesn't equal inner ugliness 
. And honestly, it's kinda messed up that we've been conditioned to believe this stuff 
. Maybe it's time to reevaluate what beauty means and focus on the qualities that truly matter: kindness, compassion, and being good to one another 
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Just 'cause some politicians look old doesn't mean they're evil 
people still buying into this "you get what you deserve" thing? 
gotta be careful not to judge a book by its cover... or should i say, face 
. We're constantly getting these conflicting messages about beauty and how it relates to our worth as people. Like, are we supposed to think that someone who looks unattractive must be evil or cruel? That just doesn't add up for me 
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. We're constantly bombarded with images of supermodels and celebrities who look like they're having the perfect life, but honestly, we have no idea what's going on behind closed doors 
. It's time for us to rethink how we talk about and think about beauty – it shouldn't be tied to someone's actions or personality, but rather their inherent worth as a human being 
. After all, isn't that what beauty is really all about? 
i mean, we should be focusing on the good vibes we give off, not the way we look in the mirror 
... our faces are just a reflection of how stressed & tired we are, lol! 
like, prioritize self-care over perfectionism, fam 
and I'm not gonna reduce her value as a person because of some fine lines on her face! 
I mean, come on... we've been conditioned to believe that if you're ugly on the inside, you'll be ugly on the outside too, but honestly, it's like thinking a bad haircut is a permanent reflection of your personality 
People are sharing more and more selfies with their thoughts and emotions displayed on their faces 
? It's all about how our minds affect our bodies!
That's why mindfulness and self-care are so important for both body and mind!
like we need to stop thinking that ppl who look evil or ugly r actually bad on the inside n start seeing them as individuals w their own flaws & imperfections 
not just how we look 
