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When your attraction conflicts with social approval

I'm attracted to women who don't fit conventional beauty standards but I'm embarrassed to introduce them to my shallow friends.

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Authentic desire is being suppressed by anticipated social judgment and status concerns.

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Desirability and beauty standards across cultures?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.