Ologies with Alie Ward

Kalology (BEAUTY STANDARDS) with Renee Engeln

Aug 21, 2018
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INSIGHT

Attractiveness Is Cultural Construct

  • Attractiveness no longer predicts biological fitness or reproductive success.
  • Beauty standards are cultural constructs with no inherent natural basis today.
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Energy Wasted on Appearance

  • Women often direct harsh self-criticism toward their bodies despite privilege.
  • This energy spent on appearance distracts from important societal contributions.
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Cultural Amplification of Evolution

  • Evolutionary pressures tuned us to notice fertility cues in women.
  • Cultural amplification massively exaggerates these natural signals today.
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