We must not forget the importance of how one looks. If one is sloppy, it often shows the worldview of an individual. Of course there are extreme errors like being hyper-focused on outward appearance. But, we must not forget about the importance of taking care of one's appearance and not being a stain to society by looking like a slob. Taking care of our bodies and appearances inherently honors God. It does not have to be a vice. Not that you said that in the article, but an important reminder.

You like "looksmaxxing" when your model male is the one being noticed.

looksmaxxing fills a mentorship gap, that's the real diagnosis here. young guys don't need a jawline, they need direction and reps talking to women. fix: get a wingman, hit approach volume, build calibration through real convos not surgery consults. wrote a thread breaking down why looksmaxxing is a trap dressed up as self improvement, worth a read. what's actually missing in your discipleship circles, guidance or accountability?