Why your definition of beauty might be a colonial leftover
In short: Aboriginal writer and former model Sasha Sarago explores how we can move beyond Eurocentric standards to find a more authentic sense of self. This talk challenges you to redefine beauty as a way of being rather than a physical checklist.
Sarago argues that beauty is not merely a product of genetics or the physical body you inhabit; instead, it is a fundamental way of being. She advocates for the decolonization of beauty, which involves dismantling the monolithic Eurocentric archetypes that have dominated global standards for centuries.
By shifting the focus away from these external ideals, the talk encourages a move toward an essential and authentic understanding of self. This perspective suggests that true beauty belongs to everyone and is rooted in personal authenticity rather than societal conformity.
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