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#746 - Morgan Housel - 12 Unexpected Laws Of Human Psychology

Modern Wisdom

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The Impact of Economic Fluctuations on Beauty Standards

This chapter examines how economic variations influence societal perceptions of female body size, revealing that men's preferences change with resource availability. It highlights historical trends that connect desirability with health and survival, showcasing the fluid nature of beauty standards through the lens of human psychology.

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