Quote by Ruth Reichl

Throughout human history beauty has been seen as a gift from God, but Mom had another notion; she thought that beauty could be earned through self-knowledge. It may be a revolutionary idea, but it has offered me great comfort.

Throughout human history beauty has been seen as a gift from

Summary

This quote suggests that beauty has traditionally been considered a natural gift, attributed to God. However, the speaker's mother presents a different perspective, arguing that beauty can be acquired through gaining self-awareness and understanding. This alternative belief challenges the conventional notion and provides solace to the speaker. It implies that true beauty lies within an individual's personal growth and self-discovery rather than being solely dependent on external factors.

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Beauty Self Knowledge

By Ruth Reichl

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