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What does it mean?
Heinlein claims breastfeeding does not reduce a woman's physical appeal but adds to it by suggesting experience and joy.
In plain terms
Breastfeeding makes a woman look more attractive by showing she is happy and experienced.
What can you take from it?
Embrace natural processes as enhancing beauty.

Where it applies

  • discussions on breastfeeding
  • body positivity debates

Putting it to work

  • reframe body changes
  • celebrate functional beauty

Questions to consider

  • How do life experiences shape beauty?
  • Is utility part of appeal?

Another view

It relies on subjective cultural standards of attractiveness.

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