Today I ran across this photo, with the caption “the sad moment when a 4 year old is prettier than you”.
Where do I even begin?
My mind is completely blown by my peers. Don’t get me wrong, my “friends” routinely shock me with their drunk antics and ignorant comments, but somehow my soul shrivels up a little more when I witness their unwavering attempts to fit the standard mould of “beauty”. Let me be clear, I have nothing against men and women who groom themselves to maintain their appearance. I simply find it amusing that so many of the females in my generation have become obsessed with their looks.
During my junior high years (about age 12-15) I was extremely self conscious. I wouldn’t have claimed to be eye-catching (at least for the right reasons) and I still don’t. However, I’ve grown comfortable in my skin (so cliche – doesn’t everyone?) and don’t feel the need to compare my looks to celebrities, my friends or children. How can I compare my zealous character to the innocence of a youngster? I feel that the more our society attempts to beautify itself, the uglier it becomes. The beauty we have is a hoax, merely masking the unhappy and disdainful citizens in this country. The greater value we place on the way we are viewed, the further we retract from our character. I’ve seen way too many girls become idolized for twerking videos, #selfies, and the like. Where are the fanatics for girls who promote higher thinking, intellectual conversations and sharing experiences? Maybe I’ve just been surrounded by the wrong people my entire life, but unfortunately there are more of the #basicbitches than there are of the understanding individuals.
P.S. You probably noticed that this post may seem fragmented – be warned, most of my posts will be as such. I prefer to let my thoughts spill onto the screen rather than form full, concise arguments (I have enough papers due for classes to practice this skill). I may take small inspiration from something I come across and then completely take it elsewhere, this is just how my scatterbrain works.
P.P.S. If you noticed that, then this means you took the time to read my post, and for that, I greatly thank you.
Broken thoughts 