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I'm terrified of going under the knife. Because of the pain, the complications - not to mention the fact that it's utterly unauthentic. 'If my t*ts aren't feeling big one day, too bad. I'll get a good bra. 'I like my body and I work out as hard as I can to make it as perfect as possible. But at the end of the day there's always people who criticise your weight, your hairstyle and what you're wearing. I just get on with it.'

Rihanna#18

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About this quote

What does it mean?
Rihanna rejects plastic surgery due to pain and inauthenticity, accepting natural criticism.
In plain terms
She avoids surgery because it feels fake and risky, choosing to accept criticism instead.
What can you take from it?
Authenticity outweighs perfection.

Where it applies

  • body image decisions
  • public scrutiny

Putting it to work

  • choosing natural
  • coping with criticism

Questions to consider

  • How do you define authenticity for yourself?

Another view

Not everyone has the same access to resources or standards.

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