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What does it mean?
Beauty can overcome arrogance but self-pity makes plain people seem uglier.
In plain terms
Beauties are better than plain people who feel sorry for themselves.
What can you take from it?
Avoid self-pity to remain attractive.

Where it applies

  • social choice
  • dating
  • self image

Putting it to work

  • cultivate confidence
  • avoid pity

Questions to consider

  • What traits matter most?
  • Do you pity yourself?

Another view

Beauty does not always transcend smugness.

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