Attractiveness as a function of time

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The discussion centers on the relationship between exposure time and perceived attractiveness, particularly in workplace settings. Participants share experiences of how initial impressions of physical flaws can diminish over time as familiarity and positive interactions increase, leading to a heightened perception of attractiveness. This phenomenon is noted to work similarly for both genders, with personality traits such as kindness and charm playing significant roles in altering perceptions.Conversely, the discussion also explores whether negative interactions can lead to a decrease in perceived attractiveness. Many contributors affirm that as they get to know someone and discover undesirable personality traits, their initial attraction can wane. This decline in perceived attractiveness is often more pronounced and conscious, as negative traits overshadow physical appeal. The conversation highlights the complex interplay between physical attractiveness and personality, suggesting that while initial impressions matter, deeper connections or conflicts can significantly alter perceptions over time.
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I think 'attractive' people are called that (attractive) for that reason---it's not that they repel 'negative' people----


I've dated a few 'attractive' women, but some were a little too self-centered for me to deal with in the medium and long term--like they 'deserve' to be treated better because they considered themselves to be 'more attractive' ---


but what I think you're saying, I think, is that some people 'root' for/desire 'attractive' people if they still don't live up to our expectations of that 'attractive' status that seems be tied to them---but if they were 'less attractive'--we may not.
 
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I've met women who I thought were totally plain and kind of boring at first, but, in time, grew to love. I've also met women so beautiful on the outside (but so ugly on the inside) that I truly wished I could look past their personalities long enough to get them in bed. Alas, it turns out I actually have to like my sexual partners. Pity, that.

- Warren
 
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chroot said:
I've met women who I thought were totally plain and kind of boring at first, but, in time, grew to love. I've also met women so beautiful on the outside (but so ugly on the inside) that I truly wished I could look past their personalities long enough to get them in bed. Alas, it turns out I actually have to like my sexual partners. Pity, that.

- Warren

:smile: It's too bad our brain has to interfere with such things, isn't it? (Then again, I wouldn't have much of a research career ahead of me if the brain wasn't involved...darn catch 22!)
 

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