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Apr 2024
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179. Pretty Privilege and Confidence wit...

Emily Jaenson
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Curious about pretty privilege? This episode discusses a research article in Forbes on the topic.

At its core, pretty privilege bestows upon individuals a range of social, professional and personal advantages based solely on their physical attractiveness.

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Research on pretty privilege underscores the need to recognize and value the diversity of human experiences beyond physical appearances.


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