In a culture that normalizes medical means for non-medical problems, where do we draw the line in the pursuit of beauty?
In This Episode
We explore the ethics of cosmetic procedures—from “baby Botox” and fillers to plastic surgery—and what they communicate about our bodies, our worth, and our deepest desires. Through the story of “Katie” and reflections from Theology of the Body, we ask:
Does altering a healthy body help us love ourselves…or teach us to reject the gift we’ve been given?
Is cosmetic “enhancement” actually making women more confident, or more insecure?
How do we distinguish healing therapies from enhancements driven by cultural pressure?
What does aging reveal about love, humility, and what lasts forever?
Mentioned & Linked in This Episode
Essay: Reject and Inject: The Ethics of Cosmetic Procedures
Concepts from Theology of the Body (St. John Paul II)
Reflections inspired by the life of Servant of God Chiara Corbella Petrillo
Cultural trends: “Sephora kids,” filters, and beauty consumerism
Resources from Samantha
Brave New Us podcast back catalog
Essays on biotechnology, beauty culture, and being human at choosinghuman.org
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