Eternal Sadness
In this scenario, which mirrors contemporary society, it’s not just about the competition of outer beauty, but about the toxic upbringing of children in a system that elevates beauty as a standard of value. Innocent, untainted children are turned into objects of desire and performance, their dignity and individuality subordinated to the dazzling mass of perfection and expectations. In this world, where appearance and external perfection are among the highest currencies, a child’s self-esteem becomes dependent on external judgments.
Society has set its standards for beauty so high that it already imposes normative structures in childhood. The pressure to please, to shine, and to radiate can shape a child’s life, as if the significance of their existence lies solely in their outer appearance and the praise of strangers.
This image is disturbing because it shows how easily we can slip into a society that no longer sees children as independent individuals, but as a projection surface for ideas of beauty and success. Behind the glitter and the polished surface lies a deep emptiness, which is especially hard for young minds to fully grasp. The burden of these ideals of perfection can weigh heavily on a child’s soul, far beyond the moment when the last score appears on the judge’s board.
