I notice myself doing this a lot, whether it is on the subway or at a restaurant or in a class at school. It is unfair to judge anyone's intelligence based on the way they look, because these two things have nothing to do with each other.
Women seem to be on the receiving end of most stereotypes about looks and intelligence.
Men are often judged by their work, whereas women are more often judged by their appearance. We should stress to the women and girls in our lives that what they do is more important than what they look like, because this is the only way for them to achieve real self-esteem. However, we should also realize that it is not wrong to pay attention to our appearance, and that women who do are not automatically less intelligent than those who do not, and vice versa. This national celebration is intended to celebrate women and girls based on who they are on the inside and hold discussions about appearance and intelligence. New Moon wants to promote healthy body images and talk about what makes girls and women truly beautiful.