Self-Esteem and Confidence are Ruined by Society’s Description of Beauty.

Feeling unpretty even if you’re not.

Judith Uusi-Hakimo
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A beautiful woman sitting on the water looking at her reflection at a red mirror.
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When you think of beauty, what comes to mind?

For many, it is the stereotypical image of a slim, fit, tall woman with long hair, thick lips, big eyes, and whatever else. The media perpetuates this image, which tells us that this is the only type of beauty that matters. As a result, many young women feel insecure about their looks, even though they are beautiful.

Society’s description of beauty is so unrealistic that it often damages young women’s self-esteem and confidence.

It tells them they are only good enough if they meet certain criteria, which is impossible for most people to achieve. This leads to a lot of anxiety and self-doubt.

This is a sad reality for many women who don’t feel comfortable in their skin because of the constant pressure to look a certain way.

The social media plays a massive role in this, as it constantly bombards us with images of perfect, airbrushed women who are supposed to be the standard of beauty. This can be incredibly damaging for young girls who are just starting to develop a sense of self-esteem and body image.

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Judith Uusi-Hakimo
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A Nurse by profession. A mother of three and a wife of one. A storyteller and an aspiring writer.