Summary In this episode of Babe Philosophy, Meli and Liv explore the complex question of whether looks matter in society. They discuss individual perspectives on attractiveness, the role of energy and self-care in how we present ourselves, and the importance of authenticity versus external validation. The conversation delves into the journey of self-acceptance and the impact of self-love on attraction, while also addressing societal beauty standards and the dichotomy of beauty and intelligence. Ultimately, they emphasize that true beauty comes from making choices that align with one's authentic self and the power of self-care in enhancing attractiveness. Keywords looks, beauty, self-acceptance, authenticity, self-love, attraction, societal standards, personal experiences, body positivity, self-care Takeaways Looks matter if that person says they matter. Self-perception influences how we present ourselves to the world. Energy and self-care significantly impact attractiveness. Authenticity is more important than conforming to societal standards. Self-love is essential for feeling beautiful and attracting others. The journey to self-acceptance is complex and personal. People can sense when someone is being authentic versus seeking validation. True beauty is an expression of one's authentic self. Making choices for oneself enhances attractiveness. The way we care for ourselves reflects in our physical appearance. Sound Bites "Do looks actually matter?" "Looks matter if that person says they matter." "It's more of an energetic thing." Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:35 The Question of Whether Looks Matter 02:51 The Subjectivity of Attractiveness 04:06 Authenticity and Self-Care in Appearance 07:39 Dressing for Love vs Dressing from Love 28:15 The Power of Authenticity and Self-Expression in Looks 37:08 Choosing What Feels Right for You 40:27 The Complexities of the Body Positivity Movement 43:24 True Beauty Comes from Authentic Choices 48:34 Acceptance and Non-Judgment in Body Positivity 51:14 Outro (Show notes and captions are AI-assisted. All other content is human-made, original, and proprietary. The fact that we need to make this distinction is WILD!)