Self Image is a commonly talked about topic. Debates about whether teens are presented with good role models or are being exposed to unrealistic standards litter everyday conversation. Self Image is how people view themselves-  negatively, positively, neutral. It is also a motivator. Opinions about yourself are some of the biggest motivators, because once you convince yourself you are one thing, people generally behave in ways that reflect or add to what they’ve convinced themselves they are. Having positive self image, being satisfied with the way you look, will most likely then result in confidence or a go-getter attitude. Negative self image, being unsatisfied with your appearance, could lead to a more reserved attitude, resentment and possibly self harm.

Our society has developed a set of rules for attractiveness for men and women. Women have to be tall, but not too tall; thin, but not too thin because then you clearly have an eating disorder, curvy – while simultaneously being tall and thin, with long hair and long eyelashes and perfect skin and white, straight teeth. There might be one person who looks like this. It’s an impossible standard. Men’s standard is not as strict but they are still expected to be tall, with muscles for which they now use  all kinds of supplements and a six pack, and perfect skins and white, straight teeth. if no one lives up to these, why do we have them? Every single person is different in some way: no one looks the same as anyone else, so how can we decide what is beautiful? It doesn’t  seem possible that one look out of millions upon millions could be “the look”.

If everyone had a positive self image, there would be a decrease in depression, self harm, and suicide. Everyone should feel comfortable in their own skin, be confident with what they look like and be able to do whatever they want without fear of their appearance. For those looking to enhance their confidence and embrace their best selves, exploring aesthetic skin care in Westlake, OH could be a step in the right direction. They can also consider visiting this site, Cholley.com, for skin care products that can give them glowing and healthy skin.