Social media is abuzz with a privilege many may not think about: being hot. On , /u/SpecialFragrant6696 sparked the discussion with a that said, "What are things attractive people do that 'unattractive' people wouldnt even think of?" More than 2,000 comments poured in, painting a picture of how "pretty privilege" manifests in everyday life. spoke with Erika Bent, a licensed marriage and family therapist and the founder of Cypress Wellness Collective, about why conversations concerning beauty and society are still so difficult to have.
Bent described "pretty privilege" as a term that "encapsulates the societal advantages that individuals deemed attractive by conventional standards often experience." She said that these privileges can manifest in several ways, from simply receiving more positive attention to being treated favorably in professional settings. One of the most upvoted comments on the Reddit post came from /u/hairymao, who wrote that attractive people often find more freedom in their fashion choices.
"If you're pretty/handsome, people are more receptive to new fashion choices," the user wrote, highlighting the societal allowance given to attractive people to experiment with their appearance without the fear of judgment or ridicule. Another user, /u/Golden_Girll, offered this example: "Get good tips as a waitress/waiter without really trying." The comment was echoed by /u/ATD369, who shared a story of working alongside an attractive co-worker who, despite consistentl.