Written by Julieth Agbo• September 18, 2025• 2:53 pm• Growing Up, Trending

Do You Think Every Human is Beautiful?

Self-discovery is one of the major ways to truly realize our self-worth and beauty.

We live in a world where extreme value is placed on looks and less on virtues.

I conducted a research last year to determine what get people attracted to themselves especially the opposite sex, 70% of the people gladly said that it’s facial look that first gets them ATTRACTED. I also noticed that being attracted to a person does not mean they can actually cultivate great relationship with the person rather it is the first thing which drives them to make a move. On the other hand, 30% maintained that they do not care about a person’s facial look and what gets them rather attracted and connected is when they hear such person speak, act and display some sense of judgement.

According to Merriam-Webster’s dictionary, it describes beauty as the quality or aggregate of qualities in a person or thing that gives pleasure to the senses or pleasurably exalts the mind or spirit. Right from when I was growing up, I have always heard people say that no Man is ugly rather it is their money and acquired wealth that truly makes them handsome. So men both extremely ugly and handsome pursue wealth to ‘acquire their beautiful’.

I also discovered that in today’s world, Women have chosen their own path and said NO, they aren’t ugly either. Since a lot of people believe in facial looks, they do the following as long as they have the money;

Purchase bleaching cream (now organic supplement) to change their complexion
Regularly makeup to enhance the look of their faces
Perform surgery to increase their butts and breast or just purchase padded bras or padded tights or leggings
Work out, wear tummy belts and purchase myriads of weight loss product to look like Models

What then truly makes one beautiful?

The definitions given by Meriam-Webster’s truly illustrate that beauty is in the eyes of the beholder since what gives pleasure to my senses or pleasurably exalts my spirit or mind is different from what gives the next person pleasure. I sincerely love the confusion thrown by women in today’s world, you see them in pictures looking extremely gorgeous and breathtaking but would feel like running away when you suddenly meet some of them in person or early in the mornings.

I think Every Human Being is Beautiful

This is not to dispute the fact that some people are naturally endowed and are extremely attractive. This does not also change the fact that some people are really facially ugly nor to change the fact that imbeciles and mad people exist rather it is to let you know that it is the internal conditioning of a person that makes them beautiful.

I have seen a lot of people meet someone for the first time and regularly reiterate that this person looks ugly but when they suddenly see the person assume a renowned position or make an achievement, they simply start seeing a different shade of beauty in the person. The person would become suddenly attractive. I have also seen facial looks fade continuously. Since the true beauty is the inner part of a person, it is ideal for us to pay attention to that inner beauty which cannot fade. There are two ways to achieve true beauty which are self discovery and continous personal development.

Elements that define true beauty

Values: The business dictionary defines value as important and lasting beliefs or ideals shared by the members of a culture about what is good, bad, desirable, or undesirable. Values have a major influence on a person’s behavior and attitude and serve as broad guidelines in all situations. People’s values are influenced by a lot of factors, like the environment they grew up in, their family background, the schools they attended, their experience, their culture, and their religion. Values can be learned (takes time) and can be genetically transferred. A person’s value is a strong element of their beauty, which can attract people of similar values to them. This is where most strong friendships are built on – VALUES.
Talent: Talent is a natural ability to be good at something without being taught. A talented footballer plays so well the first time he enters a foot ball pitch even without a formal training. A talented dancer makes moves like an expert even when he has not practiced for up to a year. When people discover their talent and potential, it can bring out the beauty in them and attract life-changing opportunities for them. So talent, when nurtured is a valid elements that describes the beauty in a person.

Skill: Skill according to Merriam Webster is a learned power of doing something competently; a developed aptitude or ability. Our skills are what make us stand out and execute tasks more competently than others. A talented footballer can choose to improve his competency in the field by acquiring a skill in dribbling. Most competent professionals in varying fields are not born with their skills; they acquired the skills, and through practice, they became extremely good at them. It is a great element of beauty and attracts a lot of great people to you.
Purpose: Every human being has a unique purpose in life. A purpose can be understood as what one is born to do, achieve, or change. This purpose is best realized by combining our values, talents, and skills, the three elements that shape who we are and position us to fulfill our God-given potential. Living in alignment with one’s purpose not only allows a person to stand out but also attracts individuals who can positively influence their life, as well as those whose lives they can impact. A fulfilled purpose enhances not only personal growth but also one’s inner beauty and confidence.

Ellen Wright wrote on quora Mother Theresa was not beautiful in any sense of conventional beauty but she was beautiful in her selfless service to the lepers and poor of india. Mahatma Gandhi was a skinny, bald headed guy who was bug eyed and worn glasses hardly handsome in any way yet he led millions on the path of nonviolent resistance and won independence for his country. Nelson Mandela was a tall,lanky man with skin tags on a blotched . He spent so many years in prison and came out to lead his countrymen to conquer apartheid in South Africa. Beauty is far more than an unblemished face or body that a society deems perfect. Those are looks and they fade like summer flower. Whereas Beauty last sometimes for centuries.

The truth is that we can set our priorities straight, especially for young people who have yet to discover their true potential. Rather than spending excessive time chasing outward beauty which inevitably fades it is far more valuable to focus on developing your values, talents, skills, and purpose. Through self-discovery and continuous personal growth, you can cultivate a lasting impact and build a life of substance and fulfillment.

Always remember this. Your looks do not define you.