In recent times it seems more prevalent than ever that 'perfection' is obtainable. The article I have chosen to post is from People magazine. The article is a follow up article to the release of the Heidi Montag plastic surgery obsession. The magazine interviewed Montag about the recent changes in appearance. She revealed that she had undergone 10 procedures in one day. The first article quoted Montag saying she was "more than obsessed with plastic surgery." Less than pleased with the dramatic change in appearance were Spencer Pratt (husband) and Heidi's mother. Pratt was quoted saying "the day I saw Heidi after the surgery was the worst day of my life."
This specific article talks about Heidi retracting her previous statement of being obsessed with plastic surgery. Heidi talks about how all she wants is to be perfect inside and out. The way she saw herself was not perfect. She also goes on to discuss the need for her to have these surgeries for her career.
I personally do not understand the need to undergo 10 procedures on one day in order to continue being a reality star. I understand the there are many societal pressures pushing her into having an desire for an altered self-image. However, to strive for perfection is nothing but an endless battle. Why to you think the need for this is so strong? Why do you think that 'perfection' is recently seen as a conquerable trait?
The thought of desiring perfection is scary to me. I think that we are all made unique for a reason. I understand small modifications, like the use of makeup. But where do we draw the line? How much is too much?
This all definitely applies to figure 2.2 in the book. It deals with the social aspect of motivation and emotion. And this article in particular deals with questioning what an accepted level of intensity is. As well as that the cause for Montag's behavior is. Could it be that she is always in the spotlight?
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