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She delves into the psychology behind aesthetic modification—cosmetic surgeries, filters, and digital enhancements—highlighting how societal standards of beauty and perfection are driven by deep-seated fears of mortality and insignificance. The obsession with flawlessness is a defense mechanism to combat the anxiety of death and the fleeting nature of life.
The Dark Side of Media and Cultural Shifts
Whitney critiques modern media culture, noting how outrage and outrage-driven algorithms keep society polarized and distracted. She remarks on the hysteria surrounding historical figures like Marilyn Monroe or Picasso, illustrating how contemporary culture often attempts to cancel or erase the past due to evolving standards.