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Why people often overestimate their attractiveness

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Most people genuinely rate themselves as significantly more attractive than they actually are. This inflated self-image is incredibly useful for boosting everyday confidence, helping ordinary looking individuals confidently strut through life without being crippled by the harsh reality of their extremely average reflections.

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