Quote by Hedy Lamarr

My mother always called me an ugly weed, so I never was aware of anything until I was older. Plain girls should have someone telling them they are beautiful. Sometimes this works miracles.

My mother always called me an ugly weed, so I never was awar

Summary

This quote emphasizes the power of positive affirmation and the effect it can have on one's self-perception. It suggests that the lack of praise or reassurance can cause individuals to develop a distorted view of themselves, as in the case of the speaker who never realized their own beauty due to their mother's negative comments. By highlighting the importance of someone acknowledging and appreciating the beauty in others, it implies that such encouragement can help individuals recognize their self-worth and potentially bring about transformative changes in their lives.

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Beauty

By Hedy Lamarr

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