View Full Version : Looking good is NOT at all important in life
herebynightfall
08-10-2007, 02:47 AM
Wearing clothes and accesories to climatize yourself to the weather/temperature/environment IS.
herebynightfall
08-10-2007, 03:01 AM
Okay fine.. I admit.. looking mighty fine is very important in life.
WHEN YOU'RE SUCKED INTO THE SYSTEM AND ACTUALLY CARE WHAT PEOPLE THINK.
I admit though I always wear something that I think is appropriately outstanding.
=oD
cleft_asunder
08-10-2007, 03:05 AM
I like you. You're better than lobsters.
http://www.famousamericanfoods.com/newsletters/Halloween2006/lobster.jpg
herebynightfall
08-10-2007, 03:18 AM
[Post was deleted that this post was aimed at]
Die? trying to make yourself presentable to a society with hanus views on TRUE beauty?
I'll pass. Sorry.
*puts on my combat boots and good quality denim jeans. and a warm hoodie*
cause it's chilly out
soglad
08-10-2007, 03:21 AM
Yeah, you're right! Lookin' good isn't important at all, but when your like me and born with handsome good looks, it's a bonus!! hahaha
(joke, don't hate me! :p)
fresco
08-10-2007, 03:34 AM
Yeah, you're right! Lookin' good isn't important at all, but when your like me and born with handsome good looks, it's a bonus!! hahaha
(joke, don't hate me! :p)
The mirrors cracked!:D
Just kidding:p
gorgeousbutterfly
08-10-2007, 03:48 AM
Yeah, you're right! Lookin' good isn't important at all, but when your like me and born with handsome good looks, it's a bonus!! hahaha
(joke, don't hate me! :p)
Nice :)
unfortunately in this life first impressions do count,and even if you are the most amazing person to know,how many people would bypass you if you walked round resembling a hobo?
And before you start writing me hate mail this is, i agree, a terribly shallow way of thinking. I will also point out this is not my way, unfortunately it is the majority of societies
thetonic
08-10-2007, 04:07 AM
http://www.thenewchristinescreations.com/images/oshunk.jpg
fresco
08-10-2007, 04:10 AM
http://images.despair.com/products/demotivators/beauty.jpg
:D
synak
08-10-2007, 04:32 AM
unfortunately in this life first impressions do count,and even if you are the most amazing person to know,how many people would bypass you if you walked round resembling a hobo?
And before you start writing me hate mail this is, i agree, a terribly shallow way of thinking. I will also point out this is not my way, unfortunately it is the majority of societies
Somewhat true, but it works reversely as well. A woman who values something deeper than the superficial will not tolerate a supposedly 'good looking' guy for too long before she leaves him for not having more to offer other than the ability to be a trophy husband.
tinmenace
08-10-2007, 04:34 AM
Somewhat true, but it works reversely as well. A woman who values something deeper than the superficial will not tolerate a supposedly 'good looking' guy for too long before she leaves him for not having more to offer other than the ability to be a trophy husband.
Of course you're not suggesting that good looking guys can't be beautiful on the inside too, right ;)
synak
08-10-2007, 04:39 AM
I'm sure there are many who are pretty inside too lol, but what I mean is if he happens to be one who isn't then perhaps there are women out there who would only tolerate him for so long.
tinmenace
08-10-2007, 04:41 AM
I'm sure there are many who are pretty inside too lol, but what I mean is if he happens to be one who isn't then perhaps there are women out there who would only tolerate him for so long.
Right you are!
a fine naked fellow
08-10-2007, 07:32 AM
I challenge this idea to its core. Beauty is very important. And is a necessary attribute of consciousness.
Beauty is every where apparent in line, harmony and proportion, function and form. Be aware of Symmetry.
What is excellent is pleasing to the eye and to the soul. Beauty is the essence of life.
Surely all the pleasing forms life takes from the surprising animals, powerful trees and vibrant landscapes - is no accident.
beauty is not just "looking good", it implies value of the highest order.
herebynightfall
08-10-2007, 08:40 AM
It's all subjective relativity.
whitenight639
08-10-2007, 09:13 AM
Question..
what makes inner beauty then??
cos we all know what looks/ feels good on the outside but how do we define inner beauty?
strider
08-10-2007, 09:17 AM
I've picked all of my friends to what they are like on the inside, and I have some amazing friends.. Well anyway, a few of my friends are naturists so....:rolleyes:
thirdwave
08-10-2007, 10:07 AM
At the end of the day of course its good to look good!... why would it not be?
the question is who decides what's good looking and what is not?
we have been trained to view what's good looking and what's not good looking.... when in reality its just a persons view.
there is no sliver platter that states what's good looking and what's not.... you can see a picture of a girl naked looking like a sex goddess... but why does she look good? ... because she caters for the needs and insecurities that men in this society are made to crave.... thus view it as beauty... which is why normally when you get your meat it does not taste as good as it used to... and that beauty no longer works...
I think looking good as a case of just looking like what you are.
At the end of the day of course its good to look good!... why would it not be?
the question is who decides what's good looking and what is not?
we have been trained to view what's good looking and what's not good looking.... when in reality its just a persons view.
there is no sliver platter that states what's good looking and what's not.... you can see a picture of a girl naked looking like a sex goddess... but why does she look good? ... because she caters for the needs and insecurities that men in this society are made to crave.... thus view it as beauty... which is why normally when you get your meat it does not taste as good as it used to... and that beauty no longer works...
I think looking good as a case of just looking like what you are.
Agreed
aventurine
08-10-2007, 10:59 AM
At the end of the day of course its good to look good!... why would it not be?
the question is who decides what's good looking and what is not?
we have been trained to view what's good looking and what's not good looking.... when in reality its just a persons view.
Very well put!
I don't see too much of a problem in doing certain things to enhance your natural good looks (ie. nice, correct-fitting clothes, decent haircut etc..) so long as it doesn't become over the top or obsessive. The key is to keep it low-key and natural looking. People who have had lots of plastic surgery or smother themselves in fake tan, for example, make me cringe & it's so obvious.
I certainly don't have a stereotype of the kind of person I find attractive/beautiful - I have an appreciation for many different people with different appearances. Which is as it should be too.
eternal_spirit
08-10-2007, 11:04 AM
Okay fine.. I admit.. looking mighty fine is very important in life.
WHEN YOU'RE SUCKED INTO THE SYSTEM AND ACTUALLY CARE WHAT PEOPLE THINK.
I admit though I always wear something that I think is appropriately outstanding.
=oD
...........
Doubt you'd go with you're girl if she was a moose.
thirdwave
08-10-2007, 11:07 AM
Very well put!
I don't see too much of a problem in doing certain things to enhance your natural good looks (ie. nice, correct-fitting clothes, decent haircut etc..) so long as it doesn't become over the top or obsessive. The key is to keep it low-key and natural looking. People who have had lots of plastic surgery or smother themselves in fake tan, for example, make me cringe & it's so obvious.
I certainly don't have a stereotype of the kind of person I find attractive/beautiful - I have an appreciation for many different people with different appearances. Which is as it should be too.
totaly
i mean, if you got to start slicing your face apart to make your self feel better, chances are you got a confidence issue! :)
that being said I half understand people involved in show biz doing it to further their careers... but again people only do this to conform to what's expected... when the reality shows that sometimes people with a big nose... or with small breasts... actually do the job!.. because they believed in them sefls and not the system.
eternal_spirit
08-10-2007, 11:09 AM
totaly
i mean, if you got to start slicing your face apart to make your self feel better, chances are you got a confidence issue! :)
that being said I half understand people involved in show biz doing it to further their careers... but again people only do this to conform to what's expected... when the reality shows that sometimes people with a big nose... or with small breasts... actually do the job!.. because they believed in them sefls and not the system.
..............
Plastic surgery is gross, I like small breasts and big noses are okay too.
synergy777
08-10-2007, 12:05 PM
looks is everything, image is king. look i shave, wear a nice suit, nice watch, shirt, cuff links, expensive clothes, people can feck off, because they can't afford it, people treat me differently. if i dress how i would like, eg baggy jeans, cap, hoodie/tracksuit top, have stubble, a grungy/hip hop mix, people look down on me. its actually " a pavlovian reponse ", the media has programmed it into them. ask yourself how many great people, eg artists, scientists, revolutionaries wore armani, prada ?
its utter bullshit, but thats life. i grew up in the 90's, with kurt cobain and 2pac, so this new era of youth are, well they ain't got no real music/movements, its all manufactured/pop idol shit. they still living off my generation, lol old school is the old, because it lasts, stands the test of time, like wine, gets better with age, it don't fade. fashion fades, style remains, class is permanent, form temporary, etc.
however if you know they are programmed, use it to your advantage, play/beat them at their own game. i personally like guaging peoples reaction to different stimuli, so sometimes i dress smart sometimes like a tramp, its awesome. i even drive a normal car when i could drive a japanese import, the way people treat you is so different.
they are programmed, uncultured, consumers. ask them about art, history. poetry, politics, anything of substance, they giva a vacant look. ask them whats new in the mall/magazines, they will talk for ages, ooh browns the new black (clothes), this celebs fucking this celeb, yada fucking yada. us indians say brown/tan is the new white, everyone wants to be it, lol ( this is a joke, peeps)
phoebe
08-10-2007, 12:13 PM
I agree it's not important.
However...
Purposefully wearing expensive clothes,
Obsessing about hair, makeup, looks, physique etc
In order to 'prove' yourself = Ego.
Purposefully wearing raggy clothes,
Making yourself look scruffy, unkempt
Or mutilating yourself to purposefully
Detract from 'conventional beauty'
In order to 'prove' yourself = Ego.
bigus_dickus
08-10-2007, 12:23 PM
part of the humans role on this world is to decide what is good and what is evil. we decide and express what is good or not and what looks good or not, what is beauty, what is ugliness. this is not standard, it changes at will. you can change it by deciding something different and expressing it, then your dimension shifts.
whitenight639
08-10-2007, 12:33 PM
looks is everything, image is king. look i shave, wear a nice suit, nice watch, shirt, cuff links, expensive clothes, people can feck off, because they can't afford it, people treat me differently. if i dress how i would like, eg baggy jeans, cap, hoodie/tracksuit top, have stubble, a grungy/hip hop mix, people look down on me. its actually " a pavlovian reponse ", the media has programmed it into them. ask yourself how many great people, eg artists, scientists, revolutionaries wore armani, prada ?
its utter bullshit, but thats life. i grew up in the 90's, with kurt cobain and 2pac, so this new era of youth are, well they ain't got no real music/movements, its all manufactured/pop idol shit. they still living off my generation, lol old school is the old, because it lasts, stands the test of time, like wine, gets better with age, it don't fade. fashion fades, style remains, class is permanent, form temporary, etc.
however if you know they are programmed, use it to your advantage, play/beat them at their own game. i personally like guaging peoples reaction to different stimuli, so sometimes i dress smart sometimes like a tramp, its awesome. i even drive a normal car when i could drive a japanese import, the way people treat you is so different.
they are programmed, uncultured, consumers. ask them about art, history. poetry, politics, anything of substance, they giva a vacant look. ask them whats new in the mall/magazines, they will talk for ages, ooh browns the new black (clothes), this celebs fucking this celeb, yada fucking yada. us indians say brown/tan is the new white, everyone wants to be it, lol ( this is a joke, peeps)
you always put it well synergy, If we can use LOA and attract nice things and look good why shouldnt we? we have a right to show it off, were living in this capitalist society after all and flaunting ones nice clothes/ car etc in public may put questions in the mids of people that dont have what i/ we have and they may educate themselfs on the history of money, bankers and politics, LOA etc etc (im slightly off topic in that im talking about possesions rather than natural looks)
really like this tho.. "old school is the old, because it lasts, stands the test of time, like wine, gets better with age, it don't fade. fashion fades, style remains, class is permanent, form temporary, etc." :)
karma19
08-10-2007, 06:32 PM
..............
Plastic surgery is gross, I like small breasts and big noses are okay too.
That is sooooooooo good to know!!! When do you want to meet. lol:)
razed1
08-10-2007, 07:13 PM
this thread is the result of trying to understanding the EGO of a person and its role
its the ego that cares about appearence and vanity
use it as a litmus test to see how far we have to to go still on our journey towards an egoless consciousness
joss classey
08-10-2007, 07:17 PM
i often dress worse in order to make a challenge
lydia78
08-10-2007, 07:17 PM
looks is everything, image is king. look i shave, wear a nice suit, nice watch, shirt, cuff links, expensive clothes, people can feck off, because they can't afford it, people treat me differently. if i dress how i would like, eg baggy jeans, cap, hoodie/tracksuit top, have stubble, a grungy/hip hop mix, people look down on me. its actually " a pavlovian reponse ", the media has programmed it into them. ask yourself how many great people, eg artists, scientists, revolutionaries wore armani, prada ?
its utter bullshit, but thats life. i grew up in the 90's, with kurt cobain and 2pac, so this new era of youth are, well they ain't got no real music/movements, its all manufactured/pop idol shit. they still living off my generation, lol old school is the old, because it lasts, stands the test of time, like wine, gets better with age, it don't fade. fashion fades, style remains, class is permanent, form temporary, etc.
however if you know they are programmed, use it to your advantage, play/beat them at their own game. i personally like guaging peoples reaction to different stimuli, so sometimes i dress smart sometimes like a tramp, its awesome. i even drive a normal car when i could drive a japanese import, the way people treat you is so different.
they are programmed, uncultured, consumers. ask them about art, history. poetry, politics, anything of substance, they giva a vacant look. ask them whats new in the mall/magazines, they will talk for ages, ooh browns the new black (clothes), this celebs fucking this celeb, yada fucking yada. us indians say brown/tan is the new white, everyone wants to be it, lol ( this is a joke, peeps)
Good straight talking from the 05/1978 brand..LOL!
fine vintage syn!!
celtic isis
29-10-2007, 03:48 PM
At the end of the day of course its good to look good!... why would it not be?
the question is who decides what's good looking and what is not?
we have been trained to view what's good looking and what's not good looking.... when in reality its just a persons view.
there is no sliver platter that states what's good looking and what's not.... you can see a picture of a girl naked looking like a sex goddess... but why does she look good? ... because she caters for the needs and insecurities that men in this society are made to crave.... thus view it as beauty... which is why normally when you get your meat it does not taste as good as it used to... and that beauty no longer works...
I think looking good as a case of just looking like what you are.
Beautiful post thirdwave :) that's it exactly.
celtic isis
29-10-2007, 03:50 PM
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Doubt you'd go with you're girl if she was a moose.
tee hee hee hee hee :o:D
celtic isis
29-10-2007, 03:50 PM
I challenge this idea to its core. Beauty is very important. And is a necessary attribute of consciousness.
Beauty is every where apparent in line, harmony and proportion, function and form. Be aware of Symmetry.
What is excellent is pleasing to the eye and to the soul. Beauty is the essence of life.
Surely all the pleasing forms life takes from the surprising animals, powerful trees and vibrant landscapes - is no accident.
beauty is not just "looking good", it implies value of the highest order.
this post too fine naked fellow :)
there's awebsite here that highlights this :)
www.thetrueillusion.com darn it it's not there anymore, no it was a brilliant site! help auron!!!
adimon
29-10-2007, 08:14 PM
My 2p on beauty, aesthetics, attraction etc..
Your sense of smell is the principle force that determines whether you find a person attractive. Your brain is able to pick up on whether the person has compatible genes (i.e. different ones) and relays to you it's findings. Obviously it's not the only force, but it's the main one.
Another factor which is unaffected by modern values is cleanliness and hygiene. Slightly less subconscious than smell, but we choose partners on whether they are clean (and therefore healthy). Again there are exceptions. Some women see baldness as a sign of virility, but I doubt few view acne in the same way, despite both being related to the same hormones.
Lastly, the sociological changes of the last 150years have created a more permissive and competitive environment, with people having more sexual partners than ever, and most relationships are of the non-committed type. Therefore, people go to greater lengths to make themselves more attractive, seem younger, etc..
And my opinion...? Let people do whatever the fuck they wanna do.
If a person dresses or presents themselves in a certain way, they will live with the reactions they receive.
The most important thing to me is intelligence, whether in acquaintances, friends or lovers. I'll admit one of my weaknesses is my intolerance of stupid people, but it just pisses me off more than anything. It's how I know God doesn't exist.
I'll finish with a few quotes.
"I have a message to deliver to the cute people of the world... if you're cute, or maybe you're beautiful... there's MORE OF US UGLY MOTHERF*CKERS OUT THERE THAN YOU ARE!! So watch out."
Frank Zappa
"Some scientist say that the major building block of the universe is hydrogen because it's the most plentiful element but my theory is the universe is made of stupidity because it is MORE plentiful than hydrogen."
Frank Zappa
And my personal favourite:
"Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Get it out with Optrex."
Spike Milligan
alleendewaarheid
29-10-2007, 08:15 PM
what you look like is completely unimportant..
in the higher realms they find us "more appealing" when we're a bit larger..haha
i understand it now..but when i heard it initially i didn't..
alice34
29-10-2007, 08:46 PM
A video to consider:
Drunk Driving: Jacqueline Saburido - Video
eternal_spirit
29-10-2007, 08:50 PM
Looks are everything to some. Ugly people still have high sex drives too. It's a fact of life and is human nature, that beauty, looks are to be admired. deal with it. :)
eternal_spirit
29-10-2007, 08:53 PM
Must admit.... I'm thick as pig shit and twice as ugly, so I'm on a doubley doomed life plan.
eternal_spirit
29-10-2007, 08:58 PM
I've also been told that many women wouldn't go out with me, because I'm too good looking and they couldn't put up with the jealousy and paranoier of being with such a great looking guy as myself LOL.
I think she said that to boost my shrunken ego. I've had my confidence knocked out of me by women.
celtic isis
31-10-2007, 04:02 PM
I've also been told that many women wouldn't go out with me, because I'm too good looking and they couldn't put up with the jealousy and paranoier of being with such a great looking guy as myself LOL.
I think she said that to boost my shrunken ego. I've had my confidence knocked out of me by women.
lolz you've certainly got the best sense of humour on here my friend :D that's for sure!
celtic isis
31-10-2007, 04:05 PM
Must admit.... I'm thick as pig shit and twice as ugly, so I'm on a doubley doomed life plan.
LMAO! you're not ugly my friend! if i was a bit older :o lol i'd go on a date with you for sure eternal :)
what intelligent, inspirational, witty, friendly, true, warm company i'd find :) i'm not just BSing you either! i mean it :)
eternal_spirit
31-10-2007, 04:28 PM
LMAO! you're not ugly my friend! if i was a bit older :o lol i'd go on a date with you for sure eternal :)
what intelligent, inspirational, witty, friendly, true, warm company i'd find :) i'm not just BSing you either! i mean it :)
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mmmmmm Much love to you Celtic :) You know how I feel about you :o
I've dropped a few hints ;) Sweet, witty, intelligent, flooming gorgous :D
celtic isis
31-10-2007, 05:03 PM
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mmmmmm Much love to you Celtic :) You know how I feel about you :o
I've dropped a few hints ;) Sweet, witty, intelligent, flooming gorgous :D
:o
aww you're full of sweetness eternal spirit :)
hehe flooming :D
herebynightfall
14-07-2008, 11:45 PM
Bumped out of the Thread Cemetary.;)
cleft_asunder
14-07-2008, 11:49 PM
Okay fine.. I admit.. looking mighty fine is very important in life.
WHEN YOU'RE SUCKED INTO THE SYSTEM AND ACTUALLY CARE WHAT PEOPLE THINK.
I admit though I always wear something that I think is appropriately outstanding.
=oD
I was going to post how you're full of shit, but I'm glad I didn't have to. Because you're the last person on this forum that would say looking good doesn't matter.
Poser. ^_^ God, you make it obvious. At least you can be humble in your egotism like Terrance McKenna.
cleft_asunder
15-07-2008, 12:08 AM
Bumped out of the Thread Cemetary.;)
You're so damned full of yourself, in a not-so-bad sort of way. (thank goodness) :rolleyes: