Don’t you think character matters?

As you’ve sensed, I think personality is a very important factor. There may be various reasons behind why people feel that “good-looking people have better personalities” or that “unattractive people are harsher.” Let’s take a closer look at appearance and the impressions people make. Good-looking people—including women with attractive features—may have grown up in affluent families and received a high level of education, including lessons in social etiquette. That may be why they come across as having a good personality. 1. Healthy lifestyle habits People from wealthy families tend to have easier access to healthy things, such as good food and sports. Their parents’ healthy habits may also be passed down to their children, possibly contributing to their attractive appearance. 2. More educational opportunities Affluent families often provide their children with a wide range of educational opportunities. Learning manners and how to interact with others can make someone appear to have a better personality. 3. Investing in beauty and health When people have money, they can more easily afford things that improve their appearance, such as orthodontic treatment, salons, and gyms. That may be one reason they’re considered attractive. 4. Genetic factors If both parents have attractive features, and the family’s healthy lifestyle is passed down to the next generation, that may also play a role. It’s only natural. 5. People’s impressions People may also assume that a good-looking person from a wealthy family has a good personality. That may simply be a natural impression people tend to form. Of course, there are many exceptions, so being attractive or coming from a wealthy family doesn’t necessarily mean someone has a good personality. A person’s inner character is too deep to be judged by appearance alone. I believe the best way to get to know someone is to take the time to truly engage with them.

I think that tendency applies to both men and women. I’m not handsome, so I tend to be selective about women based on their looks. I’m not interested in unattractive women. That’s probably because I’m clearly an ugly guy myself. I also feel that unattractive men and women tend to be kinder. Or maybe it’s because they have to be kind to get by and otherwise people wouldn’t give them the time of day.