When we focus on others’ looks, not only are we perpetuating a culture of objectification, we are also being divided against each other. We aren’t really seeing each other—our friends, sisters, daughters, colleagues, even strangers—as full, complete people irrespective of physical appearance. We often feel like we’re competing with other women—including our loved ones—for resources like love, beauty, and validation, even though these things aren’t actually limited.
