Impossible Beauty Standards | EP21
11/17/23 • 52 min
In Episode 21, Anita and Ai talk about IMPOSSIBLE BEAUTY STANDARDs.
Anita has anxiety about makeup during Halloween and is forced to examine the root of this discomfort. Together they peel back the cultural influence and the Impossible Beauty Standards that started her negative reaction to makeup.
As Korean Beauty is Trending, Ai and Anita recognize and examine how they grew up with impossible Asian beauty standards! Even growing up American, Asian beauty standards were inescapable. You learn about the different aspects that are considered attractive and how they measure up. They share interesting stories about confusing beauty standards when growing up in culturally mixed communities.
Learn about their reactions to these beauty standards and how growing up Gen X in the 80’s helped them get over these impossible beauty standards!
In this episode:
- 00:04 Who Are We
- 04:02 Makeup Stresses Me Out
- 07:35 Korean Beauty Is Trending
- 08:22 Growing Up With Impossible Korean Beauty Standards
- 09:49 A Small Head Is Most Desirable
- 10:13 The V-shaped Face Is Perfect
- 12:14 Perfect Eyebrows
- 13:35 Perfect Skin is Glassy, Milky & Clear
- 17:48 Getting Bullied
- 19:05 Korean Cultural Standards for Beauty
- 20:55 Skin Lightening
- 23:45 Confusing Beauty Standards
- 27:03 The Asian Light Skin Obsession
- 30:35 Greetings Include Comments On Your Appearance
- 32:41 Growing Up GenX Saved Me
- 34:18 Impossible Beauty Standards Everywhere
- 38:13 80s Style Helped Me Get Over Impossible Beauty Standards
- 44:00 Balancing Self Acceptance and Self Respect
- 47:37 Beauty In The Social Media Generation
LINK TO THE ARTICLE discussed in this episode - https://kbeauty.shop/en-gb/blog/korean-beauty-standards
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This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered legal or professional advice or services. This podcast is not meant to replace professional medical advice. This podcast (including hosts and guests) are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast. This podcast is for private non-commercial use. Any guests do not necessarily reflect any agency or organization or company.
In Episode 21, Anita and Ai talk about IMPOSSIBLE BEAUTY STANDARDs.
Anita has anxiety about makeup during Halloween and is forced to examine the root of this discomfort. Together they peel back the cultural influence and the Impossible Beauty Standards that started her negative reaction to makeup.
As Korean Beauty is Trending, Ai and Anita recognize and examine how they grew up with impossible Asian beauty standards! Even growing up American, Asian beauty standards were inescapable. You learn about the different aspects that are considered attractive and how they measure up. They share interesting stories about confusing beauty standards when growing up in culturally mixed communities.
Learn about their reactions to these beauty standards and how growing up Gen X in the 80’s helped them get over these impossible beauty standards!
In this episode:
- 00:04 Who Are We
- 04:02 Makeup Stresses Me Out
- 07:35 Korean Beauty Is Trending
- 08:22 Growing Up With Impossible Korean Beauty Standards
- 09:49 A Small Head Is Most Desirable
- 10:13 The V-shaped Face Is Perfect
- 12:14 Perfect Eyebrows
- 13:35 Perfect Skin is Glassy, Milky & Clear
- 17:48 Getting Bullied
- 19:05 Korean Cultural Standards for Beauty
- 20:55 Skin Lightening
- 23:45 Confusing Beauty Standards
- 27:03 The Asian Light Skin Obsession
- 30:35 Greetings Include Comments On Your Appearance
- 32:41 Growing Up GenX Saved Me
- 34:18 Impossible Beauty Standards Everywhere
- 38:13 80s Style Helped Me Get Over Impossible Beauty Standards
- 44:00 Balancing Self Acceptance and Self Respect
- 47:37 Beauty In The Social Media Generation
LINK TO THE ARTICLE discussed in this episode - https://kbeauty.shop/en-gb/blog/korean-beauty-standards
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-->> Link to all things GenerAsianX [Email, Social sites and more]:
****DISCLAIMER****
This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered legal or professional advice or services. This podcast is not meant to replace professional medical advice. This podcast (including hosts and guests) are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast. This podcast is for private non-commercial use. Any guests do not necessarily reflect any agency or organization or company.
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Halloween Around The World & Our Top Picks Of Must-See Halloween Flicks | EP 20
Halloween is just around the corner!
Join Anita and Ai as they discuss the origins of Halloween and different traditions around the world. They share stories about their Halloween experiences through the years, and the difference between family Halloween vs. adult Halloween celebrations. Hear about how the Celtic roots of Halloween's traditions came to the US, and how they have changed into how we celebrate Halloween today! Also stay tuned in as they recommend some of their top picks for Halloween movies and TV shows to catch for Halloween week!
In this episode:
- 00:19 Aileen and Anita Look forward to Halloween
- 02:14 Crusty Store Bought Costumes
- 04:30 Halloween Block Party & Costume Frenzy with young kids
- 07:42 Halloween is American!
- 08:04 Halloween Traditions That Came From Ancient.Celtic Beliefs.
- 11:19 Halloween In The Philippines.
- 13:35 How Aileen Became a Power Tricker Treater!
- 15:47 Halloween Celebrations in Korea & Japan.
- 18:02 Halloween reminds me of the 80s!
- 21:20 Day or Dead or El Dia De Los Muertos is NOT Mexican Halloween!
- 26:01 All Saints Day, All Souls Day, and Day of Witches (Dia De La Bruja) in SPAIN?!?
- 27:31 Halloween For Everyone: Sexy Halloween, Scary Halloween and Sweet Halloween.
- 32:26 Countries That Ban Halloween!
- 34:05 Aileen’s Halloween Party!
- 38:56 Top 10 Movie or TV Recommendations for Halloween.
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****DISCLAIMER****
This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered legal or professional advice or services. This podcast is not meant to replace professional medical advice. This podcast (including hosts and guests) are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast. This podcast is for private non-commercial use. Any guests do not necessarily reflect any agency or organization or company.
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Ever wonder why you sometimes fall short of achieving your new year's resolutions? or any goal, for that matter? In this episode, we share some insight on why that is and offer a solution so you can achieve your goals for 2024 and beyond. See ya on the inside!
AUDIO CHAPTERS:
- 00:20 Greetings for 2024 & Happy New Years!
- 03:55 Why New Year’s Resolutions are important
- 06:15 Looking at success and happy moments of the past year
- 12:04 Figuring out bad habits or goals you failed to achieve
- 16:12 Hierarchy of Values Worksheet (Dr. Martini): How to set powerful goals tied to your highest values
- 18:20 Aileen and Anita describe their results and reactions to the findings
- 30:37 Our Resolutions and Goals for the Year
- 48:02 Gratitude, contact us and future topics
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****DISCLAIMER****
This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered legal or professional advice or services. This podcast is not meant to replace professional medical advice. This podcast (including hosts and guests) are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast. This podcast is for private non-commercial use. Any guests do not necessarily reflect any agency or organization or company.
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