True Beauty

So I was trying to write a scholarship essay. I thought the topic was defining real beauty, but once I got writing I kinda got off the real topic of who is the most beautiful woman to me. So it didn't turn out so good for the essay contest, but it makes for a good blog entry. Unfortunately there's not cash with blogging.

TRUE BEAUTY

Today there is a great deal of focus on the outside characteristics of a woman. We elevate our pop stars and celebrity models in our culture. Young girls, teenagers, and young women look at magazines often times and wish they looked as pretty as the girls on the covers. I think our society also pushes women to look like the girls in the commercials and magazines. Society want women’s faces to be flawless, be thin , have the perfect tan, and own the perfect wardrobe. True beauty is not, however, what can be seen on the outside.
True beauty is more than just appearance. It involves several aspects that will set you apart from other people. It includes a devotion to truth and what you believe. A woman with true beauty does not compromise to be like everyone else. She will have compassion for those less fortunate. She will always desire to be kind, but also have a strong drive to succeed in life. A woman with true beauty values the family and friendships that surround her. She does not base her self-worth on the opinions of others, but instead carries confidence within herself, which is evident by the smile of confidence that can be seen on her face in most situations. A woman with true beauty does try to look nice and will try to stay up-to-date in the fashion trends, but she will do so with a style that expresses her personality instead of only what is trendy at the moment. Furthermore, she does so to improve herself and to look her best at all times, not to impress the world.
Solomon is thought by many to be the wisest man that ever lived. In his collection of proverbs, he includes a description of a virtuous woman. Many of the characteristics that are included in this description apply to my description of a virtuous woman as well. One thing that is emphasized here is her desire to work both in the home for her family and also to earn money. She puts in long hours to ensure that her family’s needs are met and that there is enough cash flowing into the household. Another thing that is included is the fact that she plans ahead. A woman with true beauty is not often caught unaware because she pays attention to her surroundings and plans for the future. Solomon says that a virtuous woman is adorned with honor and is respected and praised by those who know her well. This ties in very well with a woman of true beauty.
Appreciating true beauty comes when someone appreciates the beauty that is found on the outside, but in the end is concerned with the person’s inner characteristics. Too many times, I believe society pushes away people that may not be that glamorous on the outside and never really get to know the amazing person that lies underneath the person’s shell. If, as a society, we paid more attention to the inside characteristics of women and people in general, we would most likely elevate the less corrupt people to high positions. This could revolutionize our business, our politics, our family lives, our nation, and indirectly the world.
True beauty is not sought after by women nearly enough these days. Instead, women seek after the shallow characteristics that can only be seen on the outside. The real beauty, however, comes after finding the gem that is rarely found underneath a woman’s exterior.