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Well, let me tell ya, this whole “I hate my appearance” thing, it’s a real bother. I ain’t no spring chicken, and I’ve seen my share of wrinkles and gray hairs. But these young folks, they got it worse, always lookin’ in the mirror and pickin’ themselves apart.
What’s the big deal with how ya look anyway? Back in my day, we didn’t have time for all that fussin’. We were too busy workin’ the fields and raisin’ the kids. Now everyone’s got these fancy phones and they’re takin’ pictures of themselves all the time, lookin’ for somethin’ wrong. It’s a whole heap of trouble, if ya ask me.
- They say their eyes are droopy. Well, so what? My eyes are droopy too, and I can still see just fine.
- They say their nose is too big, or their ears stick out. Land sakes, everyone’s got somethin’ a little different. That’s what makes ya, ya!
- They want plastic surgery, cuttin’ themselves up like they’re fixin’ a broken fence. Don’t make no sense to me.
It’s all this talk about “self-perception bias” and “lack of self-confidence.” Sounds like a bunch of hogwash to me. If ya feel bad about yourself, go do somethin’ useful! Help a neighbor, plant a garden, bake a pie. Don’t sit around starin’ at your reflection like a lost goose.
And this “body dysmorphic disorder”? Another fancy name for worryin’ too much. They say folks can’t stop thinkin’ about some little thing they don’t like about how they look, somethin’ nobody else even notices. They get so ashamed they don’t even want to go outside and talk to folks. That’s just sad, plain and simple. Life’s too short to be hidin’ away because you don’t like the shape of your nose.
Seems like everyone’s tryin’ to meet some kinda expectation, lookin’ like them folks in the magazines. Who are they tryin’ to please anyway? If people don’t like the way ya look, that’s their problem, not yours. And this “negative feedback” they talk about? Just ignore it! People are always gonna find somethin’ to complain about.
Some of ‘em even blame their “bad genetics.” Well, we all get what we get, and we gotta make the best of it. You can’t go tradin’ in your face like an old mule for a new one. It’s the only one you got, so you might as well learn to live with it. And besides, a good heart and a kind soul are worth a whole lot more than a pretty face. That’s what I always told my kids, and they turned out alright.
This whole thing about throwin’ away the “conventional”… I don’t even know what that means. But I reckon it means folks should stop tryin’ to be like everyone else and just be themselves. That’s good advice, even if it’s wrapped up in fancy words.
So, if you’re sittin’ there frettin’ about your looks, take it from an old woman who’s seen a thing or two. Stop worryin’ about what other folks think and start focusin’ on what’s important. Be kind, be helpful, be yourself. And for goodness sake, put down that mirror and go get some fresh air. You’ll feel a whole lot better, I guarantee it. This hatin’ your appearance thing, it ain’t nothin’ but a waste of time and energy. There’s more to life than lookin’ pretty, that’s for sure.
And don’t let those doctors try to convince you to get surgery. They just want your money. There are plenty of ways to feel better about yourself that doesn’t involve going under the knife.
Remember, everyone is unique, and that’s what makes the world such an interesting place. So embrace your flaws, love yourself for who you are, and don’t let anyone tell you that you’re not good enough. That’s my two cents, anyway. Take it or leave it.
Tags: [Self-perception, Appearance, Body Image, Self-esteem, Confidence, Beauty Standards, Mental Health]