TED Talks Daily The (de)colonizing of beauty | Sasha Sarago
Jul 20, 2021
Sasha Sarago, an Aboriginal writer and former model, advocates for a broader understanding of beauty beyond Eurocentric ideals. She dives into how societal definitions shape identity, urging listeners to challenge narrow beauty standards through personal anecdotes. She redefines beauty by highlighting the resilience of Aboriginal women and the cultural significance of figures like Barangaroo. Emphasizing the importance of embracing one’s heritage, she envisions a more inclusive and authentic representation of beauty that fosters healing and unity.
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Childhood Encounter
- At age 11, Sasha Sarago was told she was "too pretty to be Aboriginal" at a birthday party.
- This experience instilled shame and sparked a lifelong exploration of beauty's meaning.
Weaponized Beauty
- "Pretty" can be a weapon loaded with racism and cultural prejudice.
- Reclaiming beauty through Indigenous identity is crucial.
Indigenous Beauty
- Indigenous beauty stems from cultural roles, kinship, connection to land, and ancestral knowledge.
- It's not defined by Eurocentric ideals.