Don't Hate Me Because I'm Beautiful
After all the buzz about Samantha Brick's article about how she is persecuted by other women (while men adore her) because she's so beautiful that it's a bit of a curse. Since it reminds me a lot of what someone's Mary-Sue character would say (especially in the urban fantasy genre), I decided to check it out. Despite her having a bit too much of a forehead, she's attractive though I wouldn't say beautiful. Not to mention she comes off as arrogant, self-absorbed and probably not an enjoyable person to be around.
As a I read a few more of her articles, I began to see the bigger picture. Growing up as an overweight ugly duckling who only got positive attention from her peers when she became prettier as a teen, I can see where that would convince someone that looks are what matter in life. We've all had our vain moments and I'm very proud of my youthful appearance. And the persona I use for my fanfic mocks is a vainer, hornier and more messed-up version of myself. But with Ms. Brick, it's the only thing she focuses on in the articles I read.
Given that she used her looks to get ahead in the media business would only cement this idea. Since her career failed after a while (if I remember correctly) and her first husband was a selfish man-child, that would be a huge blow to her self-esteem. Now throw in a new husband who despite the fact he's no Adonis, is obsessed with her looks that not only will leave her if she gains a little weight (bloating from periods is no excuse), but is demanding enough with he chooses what she wears. So when I looked back at the first article, I wonder if this arrogance is a defense mechanism for having such a demanding life and not being able to see things outside herself.
I also looked at the pics in her Big is Beautiful article and I think the bigger women in the pictures are very pretty.
As a I read a few more of her articles, I began to see the bigger picture. Growing up as an overweight ugly duckling who only got positive attention from her peers when she became prettier as a teen, I can see where that would convince someone that looks are what matter in life. We've all had our vain moments and I'm very proud of my youthful appearance. And the persona I use for my fanfic mocks is a vainer, hornier and more messed-up version of myself. But with Ms. Brick, it's the only thing she focuses on in the articles I read.
Given that she used her looks to get ahead in the media business would only cement this idea. Since her career failed after a while (if I remember correctly) and her first husband was a selfish man-child, that would be a huge blow to her self-esteem. Now throw in a new husband who despite the fact he's no Adonis, is obsessed with her looks that not only will leave her if she gains a little weight (bloating from periods is no excuse), but is demanding enough with he chooses what she wears. So when I looked back at the first article, I wonder if this arrogance is a defense mechanism for having such a demanding life and not being able to see things outside herself.
I also looked at the pics in her Big is Beautiful article and I think the bigger women in the pictures are very pretty.