Fuck Pretty Privilege: My Unfiltered Perspective

Listen up, if you've been around other humans past the age of 25, you damn well know looks can be deceiving. It never fails to baffle me how people talk to me and then drop the bomb, "You're not how I thought you'd be." Seriously? That got me thinking about the whole damn concept of pretty privilege, and let me tell you, it's some real bullshit. So, brace yourself for my unfiltered perspective on this hot mess. And hey, if you're someone who identifies as pretty, regardless of gender, I know you'll feel me on some of the wild experiences I'm about to lay out.

Childhood:

Let me take you back to growing up pretty, where you're dealing with all sorts of uncomfortable crap. Like attracting unwanted attention from creepy pedophiles and older family members who can't seem to keep their grinning faces away from you, asking you to sit on their laps. And let's not forget about the kids, oh yeah, they pick on you like it's their national sport. You know that old saying, "When they like you, they pick on you." Confusing as hell, right? Strangers praising your beauty while your own family and friends can't make up their damn minds, calling you ugly or tossing around nicknames that imply you're some kind of unattractive mess.

Being Spoiled:

I'm gonna shoot it straight - I never enjoyed being coddled or treated like some fragile doll just because of my looks. It's weird as hell when people shower you with non-stop compliments and gifts, like they expect you to just hold your hand out and say, "Give me, give me." Newsflash, folks, I worked my ass off for everything I've achieved. I never crawled into bed with someone to reach the top, no sir! Don't you dare assume pretty people like me only succeed because of our looks. We come from all sorts of backgrounds, and we ain't afraid to get down and dirty to make things happen.

Assumptions about Intelligence:

Now here's the kicker - pretty privilege comes with a side of mind-blowing assumptions. People automatically think beauty and brains don't mix. They start over-explaining stuff to you or change their tone in a conversation, thinking you're just a pretty face. It's beyond frustrating and disheartening to be underestimated based on appearances. But let me tell you, the satisfaction of seeing someone's face when they realize there's more to us pretty folks than meets the eye - oh, it's priceless. We were born with brains, too, in case you missed the memo.

Center of Attention:

Hey, news flash - I'm not some attention-seeking diva who lives for the spotlight. It's not about being scared; it's just my preference to enjoy my solitude. And here's another revelation for you - there are pretty introverts out there, too, who find comfort in their own damn company.

So there you have it - pretty privilege isn't all it's cracked up to be. We face our fair share of challenges and misconceptions. The experiences I've shared here shed some light on the realities we pretty folks face, defying the stereotypes associated with our looks. It's time to break free from these assumptions and recognize that beauty and brains, introversion and pretty, can coexist in perfect harmony. Let's embrace a world where our worth isn't determined solely by our external appearance.

Note: This blog post aims to present a perspective and personal experiences. It does not seek to invalidate the experiences or challenges faced by individuals who do not identify with pretty privilege.