The Pursuit of Perfection, or How to Become a Misshapen Mess
In an era where social media dictates that we present ourselves as the epitome of beauty, a disturbing trend has emerged among some young men who are taking drastic measures to alter their appearance. They call themselves "looksmaxxers," and their actions can only be described as reckless and misguided.
These individuals are turning to surgical procedures, injectables, and even performance-enhancing substances like steroids and crystal meth in an attempt to achieve the mythical ideal of physical perfection. The problem is that this pursuit of beauty has become an all-consuming obsession, driving men to mutilate their faces and bodies in a quest for something unattainable.
The influence of social media has played a significant role in perpetuating this trend. Young men are bombarded with images of conventionally attractive individuals, creating unrealistic expectations and fueling their desire for self-improvement. But the reality is that beauty is subjective and fleeting, and the cost of pursuing it can be devastating.
Take, for example, 19-year-old Braden "Clavicular" Peters, a prominent figure in the looksmaxxing community who has gained a significant following online. Peters' fixation on physical perfection has led him to refer to Vice-President JD Vance as "subhuman" and claim that he would vote for Gavin Newsom over Vance because of his height and good looks. This kind of arrogance and entitlement is precisely what's wrong with this trend.
But what's even more disturbing is the fact that these young men are listening to the advice of individuals who are, frankly, too young to know better. The attention economy of social media has created a culture where people are more likely to take advice from someone with a large following than from experts in their field or trusted friends and family.
As someone who values authenticity over superficial beauty, I couldn't disagree more with this trend. In fact, I believe that true beauty lies not in physical appearance but in character, kindness, and a willingness to accept oneself for who we are. The idea that we need to conform to societal norms of beauty is not only unrealistic but also unhealthy.
Instead of chasing after an unattainable ideal, young men should focus on developing their minds, hearts, and souls. They should spend more time creating art, making music, or writing books than trying to Photoshop themselves into a perfect image. They should learn to laugh at themselves, to appreciate the beauty in imperfection, and to find joy in the simple things.
In short, being ugly is not only easier but also more acceptable. It's okay to be ourselves, flaws and all. And it's precisely this kind of self-acceptance that will lead us towards a more authentic and meaningful life.
In an era where social media dictates that we present ourselves as the epitome of beauty, a disturbing trend has emerged among some young men who are taking drastic measures to alter their appearance. They call themselves "looksmaxxers," and their actions can only be described as reckless and misguided.
These individuals are turning to surgical procedures, injectables, and even performance-enhancing substances like steroids and crystal meth in an attempt to achieve the mythical ideal of physical perfection. The problem is that this pursuit of beauty has become an all-consuming obsession, driving men to mutilate their faces and bodies in a quest for something unattainable.
The influence of social media has played a significant role in perpetuating this trend. Young men are bombarded with images of conventionally attractive individuals, creating unrealistic expectations and fueling their desire for self-improvement. But the reality is that beauty is subjective and fleeting, and the cost of pursuing it can be devastating.
Take, for example, 19-year-old Braden "Clavicular" Peters, a prominent figure in the looksmaxxing community who has gained a significant following online. Peters' fixation on physical perfection has led him to refer to Vice-President JD Vance as "subhuman" and claim that he would vote for Gavin Newsom over Vance because of his height and good looks. This kind of arrogance and entitlement is precisely what's wrong with this trend.
But what's even more disturbing is the fact that these young men are listening to the advice of individuals who are, frankly, too young to know better. The attention economy of social media has created a culture where people are more likely to take advice from someone with a large following than from experts in their field or trusted friends and family.
As someone who values authenticity over superficial beauty, I couldn't disagree more with this trend. In fact, I believe that true beauty lies not in physical appearance but in character, kindness, and a willingness to accept oneself for who we are. The idea that we need to conform to societal norms of beauty is not only unrealistic but also unhealthy.
Instead of chasing after an unattainable ideal, young men should focus on developing their minds, hearts, and souls. They should spend more time creating art, making music, or writing books than trying to Photoshop themselves into a perfect image. They should learn to laugh at themselves, to appreciate the beauty in imperfection, and to find joy in the simple things.
In short, being ugly is not only easier but also more acceptable. It's okay to be ourselves, flaws and all. And it's precisely this kind of self-acceptance that will lead us towards a more authentic and meaningful life.
I'm so over this looksmaxxing trend 
it's like these guys are trying to turn themselves into freaks! They need to chill out and stop obsessing over their appearance, 'kay? 
everyone's got their own style and flaws are what make us human, you know? 
it's like they're creating a whole new level of unrealistic expectations for beauty standards. Like, who needs that much plastic surgery or performance-enhancing substances? 
don't go out and ruin your body for the sake of a selfie! And can we talk about how absurd it is that these young men are taking advice from people half their age? 
like, no thanks, I'll stick with my old-school wisdom 
! These looksmaxxers are just trying to fit in with the perfect Instagram aesthetic 
, but honestly, who needs that much drama? 
I mean, come on, guys, be real for once 
. And can we please talk about how ridiculous it is when they diss people like JD Vance just because of their looks 
? It's like, get over yourself, dude! 
. Let's focus on what really matters: being kind, genuine, and accepting ourselves (and others) just the way we are 
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. I mean, who needs to get surgery or injectables just to feel good about themselves? It's like they're trying to become a human work of art, but the only thing that's getting made over is their self-worth 
Like, come on, you're 19 and already spewing hate speech? Get your life together! 
It's okay to be ugly (or fat or short... whatever), it doesn't define who you are as a person. And honestly, I think that's what's missing from this movement: self-acceptance 
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. Who needs to look perfect when you can be uniquely imperfect? 
. Being different isn't something to be ashamed of; it's what makes us unique and beautiful in our own ways. So, let's all take a deep breath and focus on cultivating some self-love and acceptance instead of trying to conform to unrealistic beauty standards 
. And they think that's beautiful? Newsflash: it's not! Real beauty is about embracing your flaws, being kind to others, and finding joy in the little things. Not trying to rip apart your own face and body like a hot knife through butter 
️. And can we talk about how messed up it is when 19-year-olds are giving life advice on social media? Like, what do they even know?! 
. And don't even get me started on how unrealistic social media makes beauty seem 
. It's like we're living in a never-ending fairy tale where everyone's life is perfect except for ours 
. Like, no way, being ugly isn't easy or anything 
Let's celebrate our quirks and flaws and support each other in our imperfections 
. We should be encouraging people to pursue their passions and interests, not try to alter themselves into something they're not 
. Let's focus on being kind to each other and supporting our fellow human beings instead of trying to outdo them in the beauty department 
). And yeah, social media isn't helping either... it's like they're trying to sell us on the idea of beauty being this super high standard. Newsflash: we're all a hot mess in our own ways, and that's what makes life interesting 
. So let's ditch the pursuit of perfection and focus on becoming the best version of ourselves – flaws and all! 