I have always thought that the reason why so many criminals look like criminals is because they 'think themselves' into being nasty-looking and thuggish so they can impress their friends. They like the idea of being seen as 'hard and evil'.
I have also often thought that girls who think themselves to be attractive, beautiful even, eventually grow-up to become so.
A person with a happy disposition will always look more attractive than someone who is permanently miserable. And it shows.
I think the same can be said about 'wealth'. An ambitious person who dresses, and thinks, like a successful person, will probably eventually become wealthier than his or her peers who think of themselves as stuck in poverty.
The mind is a wonderful thing, and one's attitude towards how one sees oneself, can have a huge impact.
Perhaps it's all a question of 'confidence'. Belief in oneself is vital in life.
So, when I dress like a slob . . . ?
ReplyDeleteYou're allowed to dress as a slob as long as you carry a Harrods shopping bag, and wear a Gucci headscarf.
DeleteI think, therefore I am.
ReplyDeleteI wouldn't go to Asda in my P J s and dressing gown.
Nor would I.
DeleteThe power of positivity is real.
ReplyDeleteI do believe it is a choice.
I believe so too. it's all related to 'ambition'.
Delete"Physiognomy" is about reading someone's inner life from their appearance - especially their facial appearance. Often our suppositions are spot on but just sometimes a grumpy looking person can be very cheerful on the inside and a smiley, laughing person can prove to be anxious and gloomy on the inside.
ReplyDeleteI think your examples are rare. Usually I find grumpy looking people are 'grumpy', and smiley people are pleasant to be with. However, there may be the occasional exception.
DeletePerhaps Coco Chanel got it right when she said "...at 50, you have the face you deserve" 😉
ReplyDeleteShe was 'spot-on'.
DeleteCro, I want to leave a message with you and for John, that if I am ever not commenting ...know I am on the road traveling with my new man and will not have time to keep up with the blogs. Take care...I love you and keep yourself and Lady M. safe and happy. Life is full of adventures and I plan to have some new ones. ;)
ReplyDeleteAll the best to you Gemma in your new adventure. We shall look forward to news on your return.
DeleteI believe this will be a lifetime adventure dearest. Thank you so much for your good wishes. It means a lot to me from you. I doubt I will be back online.
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