Consequences of Perfection
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Throughout history, human beings have yearned for perfection. The idea of being faultless is portrayed and wanted throughout society. Today's culture is obsessed with perfection and failure seems to never be an option. Experiences tell us that mistakes are apart of life, but this doesn't seem to stop people from wanting to portray that flawless image. They believe that perfection will make them happy and in some circumstances, lead not only to acceptance by others but also self-acceptance. Many believe this is true, but perfection can have real consequences. Physical health, mental health, and relationships are all put into jeopardy. Although perfection seems to come with many numerous positive aspects, there are many, if not more consequences to be faced.
The idea of physical perfection seems to be a wish by many people. It seems that the image of perfection is used to sell products and make money...