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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]The responses are divided between:

1. Wise people who know that appearances count and who can find ways to manage societal expectations as well as teen angst about same, so their daughters are aware what portion of intelligence, kindness and looks may contribute to their future success.

2. Insecure, foolish, women triggered by the fact others may or may not be prettier, and who strenuously insist that girls should be raised to be blind to appearances and only look at the beauty within. WELL, GOOD LUCK WITH THAT.

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OP here. Thanks, PP, I love this! I am sure that no woman who puts in the effort to look good would be in the category no. 2 that you described.

It is hypocritical to claim that "only inner beauty counts". Physical beauty matters, and is a huge advantage.

Teenage girls talk a lot about clothes/makeup/appearance. My daughter is actually one of the few who does not. However, she does want to look pretty. This is understandable, and nothing to restrain.

So, to the other PPs: please do write me that I am raising my daughter to be superficial. She is a straight A student at the best private school in the area.[/quote]

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