In “The Seductive Truth about Beauty” by Carlin Flora, she describes how others influence the way we perceive ourselves through our attractiveness. In the world we live in, the most attractive usually get special treatment so people see less of each other. People always compare themselves to others on a daily basis because that's how our brains program. Most of the time, our appearance does not depend on how others would see us, but on how we speak or express which changes our appearance. Overall, how people actually feel is the true meaning of beauty, no matter what others think. In the media and in everyday life, we notice that some people receive special treatment because of their appearance, which undermines the way we perceive ourselves. This plays with the mind which shows us all our imperfections because we do not belong to the category of perfect shape. “We are not even close to the mark when it comes to judging our own appearance” (Flora-442). According to Flora, we are the ones who judge ourselves more harshly than others. Everyone is beautiful and unique in one way or another, but in the mirror we see someone totally different. Usually, friends and family see marks or imperfections as characteristics of each person, making them unique. The first step to changing your perspective is to see yourself as beautiful. Stop comparing to others, everyone is unique but if we see or think that we are not beautiful then that is the image we will paint. In a way, it has to do with trust, the trust that people have in each other. It doesn't have to be physical, but there are other ways to make people beautiful. Flora explains that it's a mental problem that every person has, whether we like it or not. "Our brains have a built-in heat or heat meter that never stops collecting data" (Flora...... middle of paper ...... time because the relationship with these people has strengthened over over time (Flora -445). People can change their appearance naturally or genetically, but their personality will determine whether they are beautiful or not. Ultimately, people will compare themselves to others because that's how we are. are now, they shouldn't let that interfere with the definition of beauty; have the courage to be unique, stand out, no matter what others think Carlin explains that sometimes, being physically beautiful has its benefits, but. it's not the only way people will remember someone. People shouldn't be afraid of their appearance and judgment because someone else sees the beauty in them. Flora, Carlin. “The Alluring Truth About Beauty” Models for a Purpose: A Rhetorical Reader. Ed. Barbara Fine Clouse, 3rd ed. 447. Print.