TWEAKMENT
Are You Ashamed Of Getting Older?
Alice Hart-Davis discusses the societal double standards around self-care, particularly in relation to cosmetic treatments. She emphasizes that there should be no shame in looking after one’s appearance as part of a broader approach to self-care.
Key Points
Double Standards in Self-Care:
Physical Fitness: Exercising to stay mobile and eating healthily are widely accepted and praised.
Appearance: Paying attention to one’s looks, however, often attracts judgment and assumptions of vanity or self-hate.
Alice’s Perspective:
No Shame: She feels no shame in looking after her appearance as she ages, just as she feels no shame in exercising or eating healthily.
Holistic Approach: Looking after one’s appearance is part of overall self-care, encompassing health, well-being, and confidence.
Acceptance and Respect:
Personal Choices: Whether it’s using night creams, getting facials, wearing makeup, or undergoing cosmetic procedures, all forms of self-care should be respected.
Conclusion
Alice Hart-Davis advocates for a holistic approach to self-care that includes looking after one’s appearance without shame. Embracing self-care in all its forms is a positive and empowering choice.
