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“It was then that I came to an important realization:as long as someone is beautiful,thin,wealthy,fun-loving or talented,we are happy to accept him or her at face value.We are not ever taught to look for-or care about-what lies beneath the surface.” quote by Na'ima B. Robert
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““It was then that I came to an important realization:as long as someone is beautiful,thin,wealthy,fun-loving or talented,we are happy to accept him or her at face value.We are not ever taught to look for-or care about-what lies beneath the surface.””

Na'ima B. Robert

About This Quote

Source Essay: The Hidden Depths of Beauty, 2020

People often judge based on superficial traits, ignoring inner qualities.

In simple terms: We value surface over substance.

Key Takeaway

Look beyond appearances.

Themes

appearance bias values

Mood

reflective concerned

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • dating
  • hiring
  • friendship
  • media consumption

Key Concepts

superficiality inner worth social conditioning

Questions to Reflect On

  • What inner qualities do you value most?
  • How can you challenge surface judgments?
A Different Perspective

Superficial judgments can be hard to change.

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