Self-care is the non-negotiable. That's the thing that you have to do. And beauty is the thing that can be the benefit of the self-care. Beauty is not the point. Beauty is just a cute side-effect from self-care.
Jonathan Van NessRead
I grew up in a town of 30,000 people, and 'Queer Eye' was a beacon of light.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects how media can provide hope and acceptance to individuals in smaller communities.
In this quote, Jonathan Van Ness expresses how the show 'Queer Eye' served as an important source of inspiration and acceptance for him while growing up in a small town. It highlights the impact of representation and support from media in fostering a sense of belonging and understanding in communities that may not always be open or accepting.
Themes
AcceptanceMediaRepresentationCommunityHope
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech about diversity at a community event.
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