Beauty -Through a Different Lens: The Mursi and Suri Lip Plate Tradition🎭

What is beautiful?

For the Mursi and Suri tribes of Ethiopia(african tribe), beauty isn't about trends or what's in a magazine—it's a clay plate.

This centuries-old tradition involves stretching the lower lip to wear a distinctive lip plate. Far from a simple accessory, the reasons behind this practice are deeply woven into their culture. While a widely circulated theory suggests it began as a way to make women less desirable to slave traders, this has been largely dismissed by modern anthropologists.

Instead, the lip plate is a powerful expression of a woman's social status, identity, and personal worth. The size of the plate is often linked to the dowry paid in cattle for a marriage, with a larger plate signifying a 1greater value. It's also a rite of passage, marking a girl's transition into womanhood and her eligibility for marriage👰‍♀.

The Mursi and Suri lip plate tradition challenges us to look beyond our own perceptions and see beauty as it's defined by another culture—a beauty rooted in community, history, and profound personal significance. It's a living art🎭 form that tells a story of tradition, beauty, and belonging.

Comments

From ignorance to "Oh crap!" In 60 seconds

"Ah, the golden days of blissful ignorance! Back when 'because Mom said so' was just a suggestion, deadlines were mythical creatures, and my parent's wise advice went in one ear and did a celebratory conga line out the other. Good times! Now, suddenly, all that 'wasted' time I was so busy not valuing, has mysteriously vanished. It's like my personal time bank ⏳️🏦 got robbed by the Responsibility Bandit! Now I'm over here dramatically weeping into my empty schedule, realizing that apparently, time isn't just a suggestion either. Who knew?! 🤔Turns out, that ticking clock🕑 wasn't just a fancy wall decoration after all. Live and learn, I guess... mostly learn the hard way, with a side of existential dread and a newfound appreciation for the concept of 'yesterday'."

Hey scaly friend👋

Imagine you're chilling in your backyard, minding your own business, when suddenly, a snake 🐍 slithers up and gives you a nasty bite. What do you do? Do you A) Run screaming or B) Sit down, calmly examine the snake's fangs, and try to figure out its motivations? I'm going with option A, thanks. Similarly, let's apply this logic to life. When life throws you a curveball, like a bad breakup💔, a job loss, or a particularly stubborn zit, do you dwell on why it happened? Or do you focus on finding a solution, like a new job, a better relationship, or a really good concealer? I think it’s much more productive to be like the person who runs away from the snake🏃‍♂️. You know, the one who values self-preservation over existential pondering. Because let's face it, who has time to analyze a snake's motivations when there's a first-aid kit to be found?

Mr.Bean and his teddy

Mr. Bean and his teddy🐻 share a unique and unbreakable bond, one that goes beyond words. Even though Teddy cannot speak, Mr. Bean expresses his love and affection through his actions, treating the stuffed toy as his closest companion. He understands that forming attachments to living beings comes with the risk of loss and disappointment, but Teddy is different—he will always be there. No matter how worn out or torn the toy becomes, Mr. Bean can always stitch it back together, ensuring it remains by his side for as long as he lives. To him, Teddy is more than just a toy; it is a constant source of comfort, a reliable friend who never lets him down. Unlike relationships with people, which can be unpredictable and fleeting, Teddy provides a sense of stability and unwavering companionship, making their bond truly special.

Elegant echoes

Search This Blog