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Simaran Kaur: Self image is quite strongly linked to one’s confidence

Our society has set certain standards when it comes to one's appearance. And, falling short at any of these, make living a difficult rid...


Our society has set certain standards when it comes to one's appearance. And, falling short at any of these, make living a difficult ride for many. Many, therefore, are very conscious about how they look and their weight, which affects their confidence in one way or the other. There have been many talks, awareness programmes even movies, shows, and series on body shaming. All these have helped but it feels like there is still a long way to go. Agar Tum Na Hote actor Simaran Kaur shares her viewpoint.

“I concur with the fact that one's self-image is quite strongly linked to one's confidence. We should always feel good about ourselves, looks and weight does not matter. It is how you are as a person that matters. But sometimes how people feel about how they look transpires into how they feel about themselves. I believe all try to look their best to impress people around them and it can have some dire consequences. I have heard about people crash dieting to lose weight so that they can reach their perceived beauty goals. However, I believe in being healthy and looks come after health. We should not let our appearance or weight affect our mental or physical health,” she says.

With so many shows, series, and movies on body shaming, many are now aware of the bad effects of it and have also helped in reducing it. The actor agrees.

“I guess it has made people more sensitive and general behaviour has really improved. We have become nicer and less meanwhile conducting ourselves in public. We have become more empathetic, which is a great step forward,” she adds.

There is more pressure on celebrities to look good. “I think as public figures celebs are a role model and inspiration to millions. It’s important for celebs to live up to the expectation of their fans and the job demands extra effort, but I really believe it is worth it,” she says.

On whether we will ever come to a point where body structure, weight, and physical appearance won’t be the first thing that comes to our mind when we meet someone, Simaran explains her take.

“I am a very positive person and believe we humans are capable of evolving to be even nicer versions of ourselves. I hope one day we will think about a person’s deeds and nature before one’s looks,” she says.

 

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