Hi All;) ..Is physical beauty a handicap or an asset for women/men?;)?

Question

In life, physical beauty is generally considered a gift, perhaps especially for women.... But is this necessarily so??? And what of men??? is it the same for them, or much different????
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Opinions?????
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Answer 1

Good Q!

I think there are benefits and hindrances.

I would say in the work world, most people would choose an attractive prospective employee over one they considered ugly, all things being equal such as ability, experience. It's sad, but it's true.

Relating to personal relationships, my good looking women friends tell me that men are afraid to come up to them most of the time. I suppose that could be so because many men are intimidated by pretty women. That or we assume they already must have a boyfriend. So, that could be a hindrance.

Just some thoughts...

Answer 2

It really depends on how the individual handles it. If they expect to be given advantages because of their looks, then I would say it is an advantage, albeit an unfair one. If the individual is treated badly because of their looks, then it is a curse.
I have known both men and women who have experienced either side of the coin. I have more in common with those that make a place for themselves despite their looks.
When a woman feels it is her right to be given special consideration based solely on her looks, I think that person is immature, egotistical, and childish. Those types of women are not worth my time. Same is true for men who feel that way. What I think is justice is when a man and woman who feel like that get together, they will almost always end up at each others throats.
They aren't interested in the least what the other feels or needs, as long as they have the "trophy mate". Problem is, it catches up to them in the end. They lose their good looks and have nothing to "fall back" on. They have no personality or awareness of what it takes to succeed without the good looks.
Finally, although most people don't like it, the fact remains that attractive people will always have an advantage over those less attractive. It is a fact of life and there is little or nothing we can do about that.
My personal preference is for my partner to be reasonably attractive, but not to the point it takes away from what they really are. Imperfections make a person more interesting.

Answer 3

Physical beauty is an asset if handeled correctly, for both genders. It is just like money. They can improve your life, or they can ruin your life.

I consider myself beautiful and I was told many times that I am. It is a double-bladed weapon. Sure, it is attracive to guys, but do I want them to fall just for that? No, I want them to see a person in me. I'm sure it goes for guys even more so. More mature guys want to be picked for other qualities, not just for looks. Guys think that beatiful girls are spoiled. Girls think the same about guys.

So if you are beautiful you should make sure you those cliches don't fit you. And then it becomes an asset, because beautiful is attractive.

On top of that, you have a few more career choices if you're beautiful or good-looking. You'll have better success as a TV announcer, a model, a dancer, an actor.

Answer 4

Physical beauty is not in the eye of the beholder, but surely held in his/her hand. Beauty has been quantified for some time now, yet we still hear this social science and humanities confusion about it. Physical beauty is considered part of a woman's mate value and to a lesser extent, a man's. There are many things that we are so granted, height and intelligence, being two of them. I see many variations of outcome, for people, emanating from all of these " gifts ".

Answer 5

Physical beauty is like being wealthy. It can get you a lot of things, but you always have to questions why people are interested in you. A poor person knows that if someone is with them it is because of their intrinsic qualities. A rich person can never know. It's the same for beauty.

Of course, the poor person may never have anyone at all interested in him. So you have to ask which is better a lot of insincere attention or very little attention at all.

Answer 6

I have always heard"Pretty is, as pretty does". Physical beauty doesn't last. If a person is beautiful, or a man is handsome, and rotten on the inside, that will come through sooner or later. I think a really attractive person cares about other people, is generous, kind and compassionate. This is real beauty. The standard for beauty in the US is almost impossible to attain. You are damned if you are, and damned if you aren't. You have to find your own beauty inside, the rest will shine through to the right people.

Answer 7

Not too long ago there were three things you couldn't be in this society" Old. Fat. Or Ugly.
Now we have to add a fourth: a beautiful woman.
We have abuse, exploitation , possession and date rape drugs.
Final answer? - For women? A curse.

For men: it opens doors and causes fellow workers/bosses to forgive errors it seems. It also gets you into clubs and people send drinks to you. Both sexes.
Though often people say you are " a little too good looking".
Answer? For men? A blessing.
O yes, the old double standard.....

Answer 8

A very sharp knife, is it an asset or a handicap, and if in the hands of a woman or in the hands of a man... same or different?
Woman use knife more in kitchen, the proper place for it, and when it stays there, it stays indeed useful ....
Beauty too, is like a very sharp knife, very useful , more to woman, and if it stays in its proper place ....!
And like knife, the beauty also depends on its user, to become an asset or handicap , with men or women, alike !

Answer 9

Physical beauty is not only what you were born with. Certain people have an intrinsic spark, something that shines through in their face and eyes, and that is what really makes someone beautiful. I think that that kind of beauty emanates from within, and happens when a person is happy and strong and relaxed with themself. If all your beauty is because of those reasons, it certainly is an incredible asset to share.

Answer 10

That's like asking if being born to royalty is a joy or a heartache. I'd say depends on what you do with it. If beauty make someone vain self centered then its a handicap if not then its a plus...or even neutral in some respects.