The Media shapes the society in ways more than you ever imagined.
Define "sexy".
The intricate nuances of boy-girl sexual attraction has long been present since the day Adam set his eyes on Eve. However, have you ever thought, what is it in Eve that appeared pleasent to Adam? What is "pleasant"?
As the sex-y battle unfolds, you will find yourself tangled in a tug-of-war over the debacle: Is this Sexy or not? The media has been an integral part of our lives; whethere you like it or not. It has a strong influence on our ideology, behaviour and actions that served to mould the society into what it is today.
The mere notion of characterizing people as "weird" or "sexy" - the definition of these words is ultimately media-crafted. Ever thought your own definition of the words you use?
The use of words are accepted without resistence as the norm of society. Let's take a look at some fine examples:
When ladies wear tight skinny jeans, they are considered "hot" and earns many stares from goggling men and envious women. But when men wear tight jeans, they will earn stares, sure, but mostly from people who either classify them as gay or think they are "gross", as many of my friends plainly put it.
When ladies adorn themselves with earrings and accessories, they earn praises from fellow friends or colleagues saying they look "pretty" and "gorgeous". However, when men decorate themselves with earrings with holes unimaginably big and chains hanging down from their neck, there are divided opinions. Some innocent teens will think they look "cool". Others just think they "act cool"- and along with that remark comes the sentiment of disgust.
When ladies wear spaghetti strips and mini skirts, the men will literally drool as their eyes are loving the feast. When men wear sleeveless top with short pants, again comes divided opinions - one of preferance that guys put on proper shirts, or one that accepts them for their own taste. Someone once told me, "If that guy is muscular, I don't mind. But if that guy is fat and short, it'll look so ugly. He'd be better off putting on a shirt with sleeves."
How about women who go bikini waxing? They are often deemed as acceptable and thought as girls who care about their own appearance and body. Fabulous. But how about men going for bikini waxing? Ever wondered why some guys look great while sun tanning? It's no I'm-born-like-that theory. They take care of themselves, just like girls do. However, why does the same action by men earn scrunched up faces and disgusted looks from people who hear of it? My friend once asked me what I thought of him if he went for waxing. I told him that the decision ultimately lies with him, but it would definitely be an experience. These people know how the world thinks of them, but they just want to experience it out of curiosity. Is that wrong?
Essentially, the light under which we see people and attach them to a character largely boils down to an individual's ideology. The reason why people can relate to the same term used is due to a similar media influence that results in a homogenious society.
But what if, just what if, we redefine beauty and the characteristics it embodies?
Today, learn to look at everything in a different angle - and be prepared for your world to be turned topsy-turvy!
Before you comment, look inside the person - Real Beauty is found from within.
Redefine "sexy".
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