You Asked For It - Beauty and Physical Attractiveness
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Asta Says: 13- bound to be lucky
DISCLAIMER – I am not going to write about anyone I know here, because thing would get awkward really fast. So if you know me, and you’re hot, then good for you, but let’s keep it between us.
Who do you think is the most beautiful person in your country?
I think Kate Winslet is awesome, but I’m not sure she’s in the country. And if Julianne Moore were any hotter, they’d have to shut her down. I’m not sure if either of them are in the country, though. I think we export all our hot people. That’s why fuel charges have gone up so much.
Who was the most beautiful person in history?
I think a young Grace Kelly was gorgeous, and Doris Day for that smile. Girl next door? What street in what town on what planet? Catherine Deneuve, too. History has yet to judge Julianne Moore, but I think it will be kind to her. Also the waitress in the diner at the beginning of Pulp Fiction. Jee-sus.
Does beauty affect one’s success in life?
Without a doubt. But extreme beauty means you don’t yet have to cope with things that will one day get you when you ain’t so all that.
Is it better to be physically attractive or intelligent?
Intelligent.
Is it better to be physically attractive or wealthy?
Wealthy.
Is beauty related to power?
Yes. Not only related, but they are befellows. And that’s never nice.
Can you think of anyone who is in a position of power that is not physically attractive?
Plenty, but you should have seen the other guy.
Do people spend too much time and money on beauty?
Beauty is a personal choice.
How much time should be spent on making yourself look better each day?
Depends on the person, but don’t spend too long, because life’s more important than you. A lot of it is how you affect others. Don’t take yourself so personally.
Do you think people should have cosmetic surgery to enhance their looks?
Yes, if it will give them the confidence they need to feel good. If that’s essential necessary to their psychological well being, then absolutely.
If so what is the minimum age when someone should have plastic surgery?
No limit. A parent should be able to decide if they want to improve their child’s appearance if there is some physical impairment that will cause them emotional suffering.
How popular is plastic surgery in your country?
It’s getting bigger all the time.
What is the most popular feature for cosmetic alteration?
I think breasts. Quite a lot of the time, anyway. Sorry, what was the question?
Do you think self-esteem affects beauty?
I think confidence can make people attractive.
Do you think beauty affects self-esteem?
Definitely. Take me for example: I feel fucking great.
How important is beauty in your daily life?
Vital, but I’m not talking about looks.
Have you ever noticed anyone ever feeling pressured to be more beautiful?
Yes, I wish I could do something about that.
What do you think of the proverb, “beauty is in the eye of the beholder?”
It’s true.
What do you think “beauty is skin deep” means?
I think it means it’s what’s inside that counts. Which it does, but it’s part of a whole thing.
What are some beauty tips that you could share?
Don’t try and look like someone else. Yes, you’re unique, but so is everyone else.
Do you think people with many tattoos can be beautiful?
Sure.
How many tattoos is too many?
Depends on the person and design.
Would you ever get a tattoo?
I would consider it.
Do you have a tattoo?
No.
Do you think people with many piercings can be beautiful?
Yes.
What kind of body piercing, if any, do you feel are acceptable?
Ears are nice, but not on kids.
What kind of piercing, if any, do you feel are unacceptable?
Anything that looks too painful.
What personality trait is the most important for inner beauty?
Compassion. Or patience. Oooh, eloquence. Also decisiveness.
How do you define beauty, using your own words?
The quality which reflects back the spark of life.
Would you ever date someone who was not conventionally attractive?
Yes.
What makes one person more attractive than another?
Personal choice.
Do you think people from different countries than you see attractive the same way?
No, I think it’s all different all over.
Is there someone famous that is considered beautiful, that you think is not?
Keira Knightly. I don’t see it. At all.
Are beauty pageants good or bad?
Very bad.
Should children be entered into beauty pageants?
No. How do you tell the other 49 kids that they just weren’t attractive enough.
Do you think one gender or group worries more about beauty than another?
I think women worry more, but men are getting up there.
Would you want your children to be beautiful or talented?
They already are. (Everyone: Awwwwwwwww.)
What are some of the negatives about being beautiful?
Only that others may resent it, or it may belie your other abilities. There are plenty of people in journalism who are very talented but their skills are not taken on merit because they are so fucking hot. Thankfully this is something I will never have to contend with. (Readers voice: hang on, didn’t you just say you were attractive in the self-esteem question? What’s the deal?) Yes, I did, but now I’ve changed, because I saw the funny. Like this: I try to do the self-depricating jokes, but I’m not very good at it.
What are some examples of social pressures to improve on natural beauty?
For example: lipstick, haircutting, shaving, … Age and health have a lot to do with it.
What do you think about plastic surgery?
I think using canteen cutley for any medical procedure is deeply wrong. Seriously, I think it’s OK. It’s not up to me to say what people should do with themselves.
Would you ever have plastic surgery?
I doubt it.