Since when can a person's worth to society be reflected in a mirror?

Since when can a person's worth to society be reflected in a mirror?
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answer:I agree that this phenomenon exists. I suspect it is something fairly innate, not just culture. I know there are cultures where bigness is a sign of status and wealth. So I could be wrong. But I do think that the norm is not to be fat, and so if you do not match the norm, you are likely to be discriminated against. I think a person’s worth has always been seen in the mirror. If you have eyes to see it. I always thought I was ugly and no one would like me. Especially women. I turned out to not be seeing myself very clearly, probably due to depression and/or low self esteem. But looks matter. They always have. I think they always will. We use looks as a way of guessing how suitable a mate a person is. It’s built into us, I believe, and it won’t ever evolve out of us.
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